Daily Gift Ideas

Great Tea-Rex Mug: For the Tea Lover With a Great Sense of Humor!

September 16, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

This Tea-Rex Mug (Amazon link) from Artisan Owl is just a little too cute. I love the size (I’m one of those who wants the biggest mug of coffee or tea possible), the adorable dinosaur drinking its tea, and the fun pun.

I also love the fact that it makes me think of my 2-1/2 year old grandbaby who is OBSESSED with dinosaurs! When he sees me drinking from this, he is going to get the biggest kick out of it… any chance I have to be a “cool MiMi,” you’d better believe I’m taking it!

From Artisan Owl:

Our mugs are printed using high-definition graphics, detailed color contrast, and completed with a high gloss finish. Our double-sided design allows both right-handed and left-handed caffeine drinkers to show off this vibrant mug to family, friends, and coworkers. Additionally, our mugs are dishwasher and microwave safe, which allows you to enjoy them over and over.

See Tea-Rex Mug (Amazon link) for a closer look.

There Are Always Miracles… Love How this Gorgeous Tea Mug Thinks!

August 15, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

Who in their right mind would post back to back Elephant mug posts? I mean… there’s a such thing as redundancy, right?!

Fair. But there’s also such a thing as elephants being too magnificent to NOT post about! Especially when the elephant mug in question is as gorgeous as this one and has such an incredibly inspirational quote on its… well… on its trunk.

This stunning White Ceramic Tea Mug (Amazon link) is shaped like a beautiful elephant – don’t you love the gold details – and comes in its own little gift box, making it perfect for gift giving.

I have always been obsessed with quotes about miracles (in miracles, themselves, for that matter!). My favorite quote has long been, “Somewhere right now a miracle is happening,” but now the quote on this tea mug ties with it, “There are always miracles…”

Love that!

See White Ceramic Tea Mug (Amazon link) for more pictures and a closer look.

I probably won’t have an elephant mug post for a few weeks. Well, maybe..

Adorable Elephant Tea Mug

August 13, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

There are cute tea mugs, then there are CUTE tea mugs – this Elephant Tea Mug (Amazon Link) takes it to yet another level of cuteness.

This beauty is available on Amazon for less than $15 and I am completely in love. This would make a perfect gift for the tea lover in your life – or, you could always follow my lead and simply grab one for yourself!

I love the thought of warming my hands on her big belly. I also love that the over-sized mug has s a clever opening where you can stash your tea bag when you’re through with it. I do the vast majority of tea drinking in our den and invariably have to trek all the way to the kitchen to toss my bag or I leave it on a small saucer on my end table. Pretty unsightly, but on some nights it beats walking all the way to the kitchen.

Heck, on some nights, once I’m in my chair moving to do anything is out of the question!

This adorable mug holds a full 15 ounces. Made of heat-resistant ceramic. Machine washable (love that, too).

See Elephant Tea Mug (Amazon Link) for a closer look.

Rabbit Teapot – Just in Time for Easter!

March 5, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

How beautiful is this little Rabbit Teapot?! I was rounding up some Easter dishes and towels for an Easter-Related post on my Food Blog when I saw this beauty.

I told her I’d be right back, so for her not to go hopping off – I knew I had to show my fellow tea lovers this teapot.

I go “ALL OUT” for Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, Fourth of July, Halloween, St. Patrick’s Day, New Year’s Day, birthdays, anniversaries… first days (.. of baseball… of college football season… of NFL season), etc.

I decorate according to the holiday, season, special day, or favorite team.

I suppose, truth be told, the kid in me never saw fit to grow up. I’m guessing, at this point, she never will!

When you click the link above (or the adorable image – both are Amazon links), you can see a much larger view of this beauty.

Absolutely Gorgeous 22 Piece Porcelain Ceramic Tea Set With Storage Rack

February 20, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

I hate that the thumbnail I have to use is so small, you can’t see just how gorgeous this 22-Piece Porcelain Ceramic Tea Set (Amazon link) is. (When you click through the link or image, you can see just why I love this set so much – it is just stunning). I love that it comes with its own storage rack for display because there’s no way anyone would want to put these beautiful pieces away in a cupboard.

A Good choice for Family – Made of premium quality Bone China Porcelain and approved by FDA, lead free, safe and healthy. Besides, a stainless steel bracket boasts easy storage and space saving to keep your table neat and tidy.
A Chic Decor – Delicate dark green and bright glaze, exquisite colored glaze as well as pure hand pattern creates a high-grade and inviting atmosphere, making it a unique addition to any tea party or your cabinet.
An Ideal Gift Idea – Gorgeous 21-piece tea set is packed with an exquisite gift box, which makes it always be the best gift for you friends, family, tea or coffee enthusiasts, whether there is wedding, birthday, family reunion or any other party.
Enjoy the Afternoon Tea – Pattern sending out the peaceful breath everywhere, which can help you relax you tired physical and mind by enjoying the afternoon tea with your friends.
What You Get – 1 teapot, 1 sugar bowl, 1 creamer, 6 teacups, 6 saucers, 6 teaspoons and 1 stainless steel bracket.

The 22-Piece Porcelain Ceramic Tea Set (Amazon link) is available in two colors – the one shown is called “green” (it looks more turquoise to me in the pictures) and the other color is a beautiful pink. I’m crazy about both!

Jake & Leo Stylish Goose-Neck Pour Over Kettle for Tea or Coffee

February 11, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

This Jake & Leo Pour Over Kettle (Amazon link) -for tea or coffee – is crazy handsome. I love the goose-neck, dimpled body, and.. as for the handle.. it seals the deal beautifully.

What’s to Love?

The “Dimple” design isn’t just modern looking, it’s also a very hot and stylish look right now. I’m seeing dimple patterns turning up everywhere and I’m wild about it. The Jake & Leo ‘Dimple’ Pour Over Kettle is quite “on trend” as the kids say.

I love a goose-neck spout when making coffee and tea. In fact, I have gotten so infatuated with them (and spoiled to their effectiveness) that I am like a fish out of water when I have to use anything else! The precision of a goose-neck kettle ruins all other kettles for you.

This kettle is suitable for all stove types. Our stove top is ceramic and not all pans or kettles are suitable. I LOVE that this beauty is.

Last but not least…. it’s beautiful!

Take a closer look at the Jake & Leo Pour Over Kettle (Amazon link) and see if you’re as smitten as I am.

Beautiful Iced Tea Glasses: Time to Get Ready for Warm Weather!

February 3, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

It’s been gorgeous here in Kentucky the past few days and, as I do every year around this time, my thoughts have turned entirely to flower beds, grilling out, homemade ice cream, and long walks. I’d say the thoughts have turned to iced tea but, let’s be honest here, my thoughts never leave iced tea.

As the weather heats up, however, I do drink even more of the magical elixir. A lot more. As in so many glasses a day I couldn’t even begin to count them all! Due to being a stereotypical clutz, I find that I need more iced tea glasses, ass most of ours have been broken. Have you ever noticed that you hardly ever (IF ever) drop a plastic cup? It’s always the glass ones that are the acrobats!

I’ve found some Libbey Gibraltar Iced Tea Glasses (Amazon link) I’m wild about. They come in a set of 12, which would see even me through an entire “iced tea season.”

The one pictured is the 22 oz glass, though 12 and 16 oz are available… for the amateur tea drinkers in our lives! Just leave the 22 oz glasses to us pros, am I right?

So long as I don’t break them all.

See Libbey Gibraltar Iced Tea Glasses (Amazon link) for more information. These are gorgeous!

Gorgeous Cast Iron Te Cups and Saucers

January 22, 2020 by Joi Leave a Comment

I love things that are unexpected, whimsical, and off-beat – yet stylish, beautiful, and unmistakable. These beautiful Cast Iron Tea Cups (Amazon affiliate link) check ALL of these boxes and then some!

These Japanese style cast iron tea cup & saucer set heat evenly and retain heat well, and hold up to 2-3 ounce.

Made from sturdy iron, the black interior enamel coating of each cup prevents rusting, and also keeps the taste of the tea pure and allow for easy cleaning.

There are two styles available: The Modern Wave (pictured) and Retro Dot (equally beautiful).

The Modern Wave comes in Midnight Black, Navy Blue (shown above), Pink, and Turquoise Blue. The Retro Dot comes in Blue, Pink, Light Green, and Beige. They are all exquisitely beautiful.

Ridiculously Beautiful Rockurwok White Pearl Teapot

December 14, 2019 by Joi Leave a Comment

The Rockurwok White Pearl Teapot, pictured here, is nothing short of gorgeous. I love the snow white color and am crazy about the brown accents.

High quality. 304 stainless steel, durable and not easy to get rust, heats fast, corrosion resistant. Coated with high-temperature paint, do not fade and easy to clean. This kettle whistles when water boils, to prevent from boiling over.
Thickened bottom. The bottom of this tea kettle consists of 3 layers, totally 0.2” thick. It is able to withstand higher temperatures, heats fast and evenly, more durable than other kettles
Slip & heat resistant handle. Both lid handle and C-type holding handle are anti-skid, heat-resistance and comfortable design. And the grip-open design makes it more convenient to open the spout, avoiding heating damage from steam. You can handle it with one hand, the spout can stay open until you close it by your thumb pressing it. Non-slip and safe to pour water.
Apply to various stovetops. Applicable for induction cooker, electric furnace, gas and natural gas stovetops.

See Rockurwok White Pearl Teapot for a closer look. What a beauty!

Everything Zen Teapot: Beautiful Gift Idea for Tea Lovers

December 6, 2019 by Joi Leave a Comment

Everything Zen Teapot with Bamboo Trivet

I’ve been looking high, low, in, out, and right, left for the most beautiful and unique Christmas gift ideas for tea lovers and tea drinkers and the beauty above actually came to me! I was sent an Everything Zen Teapot (with its beautiful bamboo trivet) in exchange for telling my tea blog readers about it.

I love mine so much I couldn’t wait to let you know abut it – I’m certain this will make an ideal gift for any tea lover in your life… including yourself!

I love that this is a quick, convenient way to infuse whole leaf tea – but there’s more to love than that. A lot of infusers are clunky and… if we’re being honest.. anything but pretty and relaxing, whereas “pretty and relaxing” are right in the Everything Zen Teapot‘s wheelhouse!

Needless to say, it’s wonderful looks (and relaxing, zen-like vibe) would be for naught if it didn’t make a perfect little pot of tea. I’m thrilled to say that it does its job beautifully. I have made every kind of loose leaf tea in the world with this little beauty and it’s fabulous each and every time.

The one I used when photographing my Everything Zen Teapot was a Strawberry Loose Leaf tea from Adagio… a personal obsession!

Everything Zen Teapot Features

Elegant design. Makes two mug size servings perfect for one or two people. Our teapot is handmade and brings a little bit of Zen to your home. We can all use more of that these days.
The generously sized tea infuser is food-grade stainless steel with a custom fit bamboo coaster.
Microwave and dishwasher safe.
The Perfect Tea Pot is also the perfect gift! It’s not always easy to find unique gifts, and here you have one!
Glass teapots are the ultimate way to brew tea, and it’s so relaxing to see the tea while it is steeping, all those flavors, essences, and colors blending into the water.

About Everything Zen

Everything Zen was founded by two Southern California friends with the vision of creating high-end, visually stunning products that make your life a little easier. The city of Los Angeles often feels like a whirlwind and it is easy to get swept away. We chose our flagship product to be a teapot to celebrate the ancient use of tea for its many health benefits, as well as for the quality of encouraging us to take pause in our busy lives. At Everything Zen we aren’t trying to stop the winds, but rather to offer some of the essentials that we have found helpful to find sanctuary within the eye of the storm. So that in those times when we all find ourselves in the chaos, we can stop, take a breath, clear our minds, have some tea and make everything just a bit more Zen.

The Everything Zen Loose Teapot with Bamboo Trivet (I’m crazy about the design on this lovely trivet) is everything you’d want in a loose leaf teapot and then some. I’m crazy about mine and guarantee you anyone on your list will be just as crazy about their’s.

Crazy Tea Chick Idea: Giving a bag of loose leaf tea (Adagio’s Strawberry or Blood Orange Loose Leaf Tea are just two of the many choices) along with this teapot makes your gift extra special. This way, they can enjoy their new favorite teapot right away… and maybe even share a mug with you!

Read more about the beautiful Everything Zen Teapot on Amazon.