Welcome to the Grand Opening of The Steeping Teapot, an online store filled with vintage china and other tea time treasures. This store is owned by Beth Shields, the author of Teas The Season, a blog devoted to celebrating the art and enjoyment of tea.
The Steeping Teapot is arranged so you can browse and enjoy walking through our virtual aisles, looking for just that right piece of china or tea time accessory. Sit back, relax and take your time.
What’s In the Shop
Click on the title and you can check out the many items for sale. Whether looking for china, maybe some tea or just tea time accessories – we have something for you. The inventory is always changing as new items get added so keep us a favorite! Let’s take a look stroll through the store.
Tea In A Box
I am especially excited about this new offering…..Tea In A Box. This gift is a great way to introduce someone special or even yourself, to the fun of drinking tea and steeping your own cup.
Tea In A Box comes with a teacup and saucer, a teaspoon, a teaspoon infuser, a little treat of Scottish shortbread, a linen napkin, and some loose leaf tea from our English Tea Store collection. All contained in a special gift box, Tea In A Box comes ready to instruct and pamper all at the same time. And if you want something even more special, replace the teacup and saucer with one of the vintage teacups in The Steeping Teapot collection. Either way, you can’t go wrong. And of course…..as always, guidance and instructions along the way are included.
A perfect gift as a single or even as a group gift. Check out Tea In A Box….a special tea time treasure.
So come on in and look around. If you have questions, feel free to contact me at beth@thesteepingteapot.com and will answer any questions you have.
Its been a long journey but we’re finally open and excited. The Steeping Teapot gives you the chance to browse away to your heart’s content.
Take your time….we’re always open and shipping is free!
56 Comments
Christina Siwik
What an awesome accomplishment. You have many great offerings.
Beth
Hi Christina – Thanks so much for our comment. And you know how it is to get something kick-started and off that starting block. Now for a cup of tea to calm my nerves!
Barbara
CONGRATULATIONS on your new SHOPPING SITE!
It looks gorgeous. You have obviously chosen quality items. I look forward to visiting the
Steeping Teapot often!
CPNGRATULATIONS AND GOOD LUCK!!!
Beth
Hi Barbara – Thanks so much. Really appreciate the support you have given and delighted to help with a purchase!
Sydney Delong
Congratulations on your grand opening! I love everything you have to offer- a perfect one stop shop for tea lovers!
Beth
Hi Sydney – Thanks so much for your comment. Its been a journey for sure (learned more about computer programming than I could have imagined). But its been fun.
Maggie | Leavemetodream.com
Congratulations! Your new adventure looks so exciting!
Beth
Hi Maggie – Thanks for much for your comment. Yes, its been exciting and a little nerve-wracking as well. Looking forward to watching this develop. Its been fun.
Tiffany Smith
Congrats on opening your shop! I love the tea box- can we say Christmas gifts?
Beth
Hi Tiffany – Thanks so much for the congratulations. Yes, you can absolutely say Christmas Gifts….Wedding parties….office team. But yes. Its been fun and exciting to see how it has grown. First day…..my sister was my first sales! hahaha. Thanks again.
Debbie
Congratulations Beth!! I know this is such a huge accomplishment!! Your hard work has paid off with this beautiful online store that just expands your already classy site! What a wonderful place to shop for all things tea!
Beth
Hi Debbie – Thanks so much for your comment – that’s very sweet and encouraging. It was an adventure in learning for sure (and more investigation on how to program than I would have ever thought) but its worked and I am nervous and excited. Appreciate your words. Thanks.
Megan
Woohoo! congrats Beth! Many people are really going to find some beautiful gems in your new store 🙂
Beth
Hi Megan – Thanks so much for your comment. Its been fun and interesting putting this together. Appreciate it.
Kristin
Congratulations! I can definitely see your new venture doing very well. You offer beautiful things.
Beth
Hi Kristin – Thanks so much for the encouraging words. Its been fun putting it together and hope that people enjoy it!
Holly
So excited for you! This is amazing and I’m excited to have a new place to shop!
Beth
Hi Holly – Thanks so much for your comment. I would be delighted if you took a stroll through the aisles!
Bonnie
Congratulations on setting up an online store! The tea box gift idea is great!
Beth
Hi Bonnie – Thanks so much for your comment and glad that you enjoyed the Tea In A Box.
Elaina Mogren
I so love this! Congratulations on this accomplishment. I have a beautiful tea pot I found at a Goodwill years ago but I’ve been afraid to use it 🤣 I assume for the vintage tea pots you can’t put directly on the stove? The store looks amazing.
Beth
Hi Elaina – Thanks so much for your comments. Yes, its been a journey and yet fun. Congratulations on your teapot as well. So don’t be afraid to use your teapot – don’t pack it away – feel free to use it. If the teapot is vintage (and I will assume yes, but would have to see a picture for sure) no – it doesn’t go on the stove and doesn’t go in the microwave. I actually wrote a couple blogs about Caring for your Vintage China and Choose The Best Teapot. I have included them here. Hope this helps and thanks again. How To Care For Your Vintage China and How To Choose the Best Teapot
Sandi Barrett
Contrats! You must be over the moon. I know I will be sending Tea In A Box to friends, what a great way to just say I’m thinking of you.
Beth
Hi Sandi – Thanks so much. Yes, very excited and anxious in a good way. Will look forward to hearing from you. Appreciate your comments.
Chelsea
Wow wow wow!! Congratulations!! You know, every time I read one of your posts, I always wonder where does she get these cool teapots and cups?? So fun that you’re now selling them!! I love the site too. It’s organized so well! Good luck!
Beth
Hi Chelsea – Thanks so much for your comments and glad that you enjoyed the site. Yes, its been fun and alot of work. Well I don’t have as many as some folks I know (and might be related to haha). But its a great way to share with people and get them to enjoy the fun and benefits of tea. Thanks!
Georgette
I absolutely love this new concept of virtual isles! And antiques to boot!
Beth
Hi Georgette – Thanks so much for your comment. Well certainly one of the few benefits of being at home….I was feeling the need to smell the antique shop dust and this was a way to share it with others.
Ayesha Siddiqui
This is amazing, congratulations! I love the various items that you’re offering. I’ve been following your journey for a while, really excited and happy for you!
Beth
Hi Ayesha – Thank you so much for your comments. Made me smile this morning. Its been a journey for sure but a good one. Lots of lessons, blessings, and fun. Appreciate the thoughts.
Tricia Snow
Your teapots are just so beautiful. I need to start looking for a couple for guests.
Beth
Hi Tricia – Thanks so much for your comment. Let me know and I can tell you how they function. I have poured from them all!
Sabrina DeWalt
How exciting! Wishing you much success in your new endeavor.
Beth
Hi Sabrina – Thank you for your comment and well wishes. It been a fun and learning journey for sure. Appreciate it.
Barbara
These are great gift ideas! I’m so excited for you! Congratulations!
Beth
Hi Barbara – Thank you so much for your comment. Yes, fun for sure. And even better when you see the look on your friends or family when they are gifted.
Justine
Congratulations on setting up your new online shop! How exciting!
Beth
Hi Justine – Thanks so much for your comment. Yes, it is exciting and a little pensive as well. But all good for sure. Like your name says…Life In Steeping Stones right? Thanks again.
Marianne
Congratulations Beth!! How exciting! Your store looks amazing and I’m sure I will have tons of fun browsing through your offerings! What an amazing accomplishment!
Beth
Hi Marianne – Thanks so much for your comment. Really appreciate it. Well I hope you do enjoy browsing…keep your robe and sleepers on….we won’t mind while you shop! hahah
Alyssa
Congrats on the store!! This is so cute!!
Beth
Hi Alyssa – Thanks and appreciate the comment.
Kate
Congrats! Tea in a box is such a cute idea!
Beth
Hi Kate – Thanks so much for your comment. And appreciate your feedback on the box.
Suzan | It’s My Sustainable Life
Congratulations on the store! Well done!!1
Beth
Hi Suzan – Thank you so much for your comment. Its been a journey(and I am still learning) but it has been fun. Appreciate it.
Danielle Ardizzone
Wow, so gorgeous! Best of luck!
Beth
Hi Danielle – Thanks so much for your comment and well wishes!
Melissa Jones
What beautiful pieces!!
Beth
Hi Melissa – Thanks for your comment and glad that you enjoyed the site.
Maya
Congratulations! So happy for you. Love what you have to offer.
Beth
Hi Maya – Thanks so much for your comment and very glad that you enjoy what the store is about.
Cindy Moore
Beth how amazing! I love your online store and see SO MANY things I want to order. I’ve saved this post as a pin so I can come back and make a purchase!
Beth
Hi Cindy – Thank you so much for your comments. That means a lot to me. And I will look forward to
“seeing” you at the shop. So glad you enjoyed the contents.
Keirsten
Love this. So many beautiful & cute cups & dishes. Great gift ideas too.
Beth
Hi Keirsten – Thanks for your comment. Yes its been fun collecting and buying for the shop. Glad that you enjoyed the site.