Australiana Artwork Tea Towels: Strathmore Primary’s Creative Keepsake
When Strathmore Primary School’s art teacher Sandra hit the road on a holiday, she never expected to return with a brilliant school fundraising idea. But a chance encounter with an artist’s Australiana-themed tea towels in a local gallery sparked a new creative vision for her classroom, and a beautiful collaboration with Expressions Fundraising Australia.
From Road Trip to Classroom Art
Inspired by Melbourne artist Chantel de Latour, Sandra designed a drawing unit for her Year 5/6 students. The brief? Choose a classic Aussie food and recreate it in watercolour. The result? An explosion of colour and culture, from Vegemite and Bubble O’Bills to Milo, meat pies and Tim Tams. The students nailed it!
Turning Artwork into Tea Towel Keepsakes
To bring their art to life, Sandra turned to Expressions. She said, “Your website was the easiest to navigate, and your pricing and local service made the process seamless.”
Every piece of artwork was posted to the Expressions team, who carefully scanned and returned each original. The vibrant final product? Tea towel keepsakes that each family could order at cost price. Some even bought multiples!
A Creative Twist on Traditional Fundraising
Although this project wasn’t initially run as a fundraiser, its popularity may have changed Sandra’s mind for next year. “I wanted students to see that art can live beyond paper – on everyday items we use and love,” she explained. “That’s why these tea towel keepsakes meant so much.”
The final tea towel design even featured a special one for Sandra, a gorgeous collage with every student’s illustration included. That’s what we call a true class act!
Why Schools Love Expressions Tea Towels
- Fun, creative, and educational for students
- Eco-friendly and practical gifts families cherish
- Affordable, high-quality printing made in Australia
- Perfect for school keepsakes, Christmas gifts, or fundraising for schools
Whether you're raising money or just looking for a heartwarming art project, Expressions Tea Towels offer a fundraiser Australia schools trust.
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FAQs
What is a tea towel fundraiser?
A tea towel fundraiser is a creative school fundraising idea where students create artwork that is printed on high-quality tea towels and sold to families and supporters.
How do I organise a tea towel fundraiser in Australia?
Simply visit the Expressions website and order your FREE coordinator’s kit to get started. Our team supports you through the design, printing and delivery process.
Can each child design their own tea towel?
Yes! You can choose individual artwork tea towels where each student has their personal design, or opt for a group/class collage layout.
How much money can we raise?
That depends on how many items you sell! Many schools raise hundreds to thousands of dollars with tea towel fundraisers. Check our profit guide for more details.
What makes Expressions different?
With over 25 years of experience, Expressions offers trusted quality, personal service, flexible design options, and an easy online process for schools across Australia.