Mackellar Girls' Reunion Tea Towel
At Expressions, we often say our tea towel fundraisers are more than just a project, they’re timeless keepsakes. That couldn’t be more true for Claire and Nicola, who coordinated their Expressions Tea Towels fundraiser at Mackellar Girls’ High School back in 1999.
Fast forward over 20 years, and Claire recently reunited with a group of her high school girlfriends, this time with their own daughters in tow. To celebrate, she had a bunch of their original tea towels re-printed, sparking a wave of beautiful memories and big smiles.
A Heartfelt Blast from the Past
Gathered in a sunny Sydney park, the women unfolded the tea towels from their 1999 school fundraiser, each one covered in hand-drawn self-portraits from their teenage selves. The group spent the afternoon pointing out their drawings and sharing stories while their daughters curiously searched for their mums’ younger faces.
Some of these girls have now started creating their own tea towel keepsakes through school, beginning a new generation of meaningful mementos. It’s a beautiful example of how our fundraisers create a thread of connection between classmates, generations, and schools across Australia.
Why Tea Towels Make the Perfect Fundraiser
This heartwarming Mackellar reunion reminds us of why Expressions has been a trusted name in fundraising for schools for over 25 years. Our tea towel printing service turns children’s artwork into a treasured keepsake, making them ideal fundraiser ideas for schools, playgroups, and community groups.
✔️ Zero upfront costs
✔️ High profits for your cause
✔️ Fun, creative, and personal for students
✔️ Loved by families and teachers alike
Whether you’re looking for school fundraising ideas, something unique for Year 6 leavers, or a special community memento, Expressions has you covered.
A Keepsake Worth Reprinting
We’ve seen many schools revisit their tea towel fundraiser years down the track, whether it’s to celebrate anniversaries, reunions, or just to relive a favourite school memory. These aren’t just products. They’re stories, friendships, and milestones woven into cotton.
Start Your Own Fundraising Tradition
If this story has you feeling inspired, it’s easy to get started with your own tea towel fundraiser. Whether you're planning a school event, anniversary, or a creative fundraising idea in Australia, we’re here to help.
Have a Tea Towel Tale?
We’d love to hear about your old Expressions tea towels, whether they’re from 5 or 25 years ago. Share your story with us and be part of our growing gallery of school memories!
FAQs
How long do Expressions Tea Towels last?
Our premium cotton tea towels are screen-printed to last. Many customers still use their original towels from over 20 years ago!
Can I reprint a past design?
Yes! We can help you retrieve your previous layout and arrange a reprint, even years later.
Is there a minimum order for reprints?
A minimum of 40 apply for screen printed reorders, perfect for reunions and gifts. We can also digitally print 1 unit. Please note for designs with 250+ drawings there is a minimum order of 100 units.
What makes tea towels a great fundraiser?
They’re affordable, practical, and packed with sentimental value. Families love seeing their child’s art in print.
Can we use the fundraiser outside of schools?
Absolutely. We work with early learning centres, community groups, charities, and personal events too.