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Eco-Friendly and Effortless: School Tea Towel Fundraisers That Actually Work
Looking for a fundraising idea that won’t eat up your weekends or blow your budget? Say hello to school tea towel fundraisers, the feel-good, eco-friendly way to raise funds and create lasting memories. At Expressions Fundraising, we've helped thousands of Aussie schools bring their unique tea towel designs to life with zero stress and maximum impact.
Why Tea Towels Make Sense for School Fundraising
Unlike sausage sizzles or chocolate drives, custom printed tea towels are more than just a fundraiser, they’re a limited edition keepsake. Made from premium organic cotton or an organic linen blend, these high-quality tea towels are practical, sustainable and personal.
- Memorable: Each towel showcases student drawings, self portraits, or creative class projects
- Useful: Everyone uses tea towels parents, grandparents, even the school kitchen
- Eco-Friendly: Made with organic cotton or cotton/linen blend, using water-based and eco-friendly inks
- Simple: A minimum of 40 units per design, no upfront cost and easy coordination through Expressions.
Sustainability Meets Sentimentality
What sets Expressions apart is our commitment to the environment. Our custom tea towels are printed using eco-friendly inks, including screen printing ink that meets Oeki-Tex 100 and Soil Association standards. Plus, our GOTS-certified organic cotton ensures your fundraising products are kind to the planet and gentle on young hands.
Certified Sustainable Materials
- GOTS-certified organic cotton
- Eco-friendly digital and screen printing options
- Water-based inks with Pantone Matching System for vibrant colours
Creative Ideas to Make Your Design Pop
From group designs to full colour digital print options, there’s no shortage of ways to get creative. Whether it’s self portraits, hand prints, your school song lyrics, or a drawing of your school building, your design can reflect the true spirit of your school community.
Popular design themes:
- Milestone years and graduations
- School colours and logos
- Art projects tied to local charities
- School murals and songs
- Mother's Day or Christmas keepsakes
Perfect for More Than Just Schools
- Catering businesses and cooking schools using branded tea towels
- Community groups or Sports clubs commemorating events
- Family reunions or special anniversaries
How It Works
- Get everyone drawing
- Start taking orders
- Choose your layout and design options
- Submit your artwork (post in to us or upload)
- We create the design for you
- Check over & make any changes
- Send out mock up to parents for more orders
- Submit final approval & order numbers
- We print & ship
We even supply marketing materials and order forms to make communication easy. Our team reviews each submission to meet artwork specifications, ensuring your tea towels are print-perfect.
Real Schools, Real Results
From tiny playgroups to large primary schools, we’ve seen what works. One of our favourite success stories? A group that used their 2021 tea towels as a Christmas gift, a stocking filler and a fundraising gift all in one. Talk about smart planning!
Ready to Raise Funds the Feel-Good Way?
Organise your tea towel fundraiser today with Expressions. It's simple, sustainable and seriously effective. Get started now and see why so many schools come back year after year.
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FAQs
What is the minimum order for a tea towel fundraiser?
There’s a minimum order of 40 units per design, making it perfect for small class groups or large primary school projects. Please note for designs with 250+ drawings there is a minimum order of 100 units.
Are your products made with organic materials?
Yes, we use GOTS-certified organic cotton and eco-friendly inks.
How do I submit artwork?
You can use our drawing templates, upload digital photos, or post in for us to scan (most popular option)
Can tea towels be used as gifts?
Absolutely! They make ideal Mother's Day, Christmas gifts, and family keepsakes.
How long does the process take?
It depends on your group size, but once artwork is received, production usually takes up to 4 weeks. We recommend early planning for the end of year in our peak print period (Oct-Nov)