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Expressions School Tea Towel Fundraising September 2025 Newsletter
Spring has sprung, and so has the creativity! Welcome to our September 2025 newsletter, filled with fundraising tips, design inspo, and heartfelt thanks to our amazing schools, kinders, and clubs across Australia. If you're still planning your school tea towel fundraiser, it's not too late, our friendly team at Expressions is here to help you finish Term 3 strong and set you up for a successful Term 4.
Your Design, Your Way
Our brand-new customisable tea towel designs are live and looking stunning! With eco-friendly fabric, premium inks and fast turnaround, it’s never been easier to make personalised tea towel keepsakes that celebrate community spirit and creativity.
- Choose from our beautiful design templates or create your own
- Custom print colour options (yep, even Pantone matching!)
- Quick, Aussie-made production delivered in just 2-3 weeks
These are perfect businesses looking to create instant retail merchandise and special events like anniversaries, weddings or milestone birthdays.
Coordinator Kits Are Still Available
Running a tea towel fundraiser is easy with our FREE Coordinator Kit. It's packed with:
- Easy-to-follow instructions
- Sample tea towel
- Posters, pre-cut paper and pens
- A step-by-step checklist to keep your team on track
Don’t miss out — order yours today and save your volunteers loads of time.
Spotlight on Amazing Artwork
We LOVE seeing the creativity pouring in. From the thumbprint tea towels by Hornsby Softball to the stunning watercolour animal art from Samford Kindergarten, these school tea towel designs are next-level adorable. They’re a clear reminder that these keepsakes are treasured for years to come — often kept well beyond graduation.
Pics From Behind the Scenes
Ever wondered what goes into producing your tea towels? Here’s a sneak peek at the action behind the scenes! From the first screen-print swipe to the final fold, our local production team handles every item with care and pride. Stay tuned to our socials for more glimpses of the magic in action!
We See You, Volunteers!
A huge thank you to all our dedicated school coordinators. From helping kids create their artwork to wrangling orders and chasing up forms, your time and effort make all the difference. Because of you, children across Australia are proudly seeing their artwork come to life on Expressions Tea Towels, and schools are hitting their fundraising goals.
Important End-of-Year Dates
If you’re planning an Australia fundraising idea this term, here are your cut-offs for final orders:
Don’t miss these deadlines to ensure your tea towel Australia orders arrive in time for end-of-year gifts or fundraising events.
Survey Prize Draw — Your Feedback Matters!
Don't forget to complete your end-of-project survey for a chance to win a $50 Visa Gift Card! Your feedback helps us improve and continue supporting schools and groups with the best fundraiser ideas Australia has to offer. A big thank you to everyone who’s already submitted their responses, we appreciate you!
Let’s Raise More – Together!
Whether you're still brainstorming money raising ideas for schools or knee-deep in finalising artwork, now’s a great time to check out our helpful resources:
We're here to help with all your fundraiser ideas for schools and support your community every step of the way.
FAQs
How long does it take to receive our tea towels?
Once we receive your final artwork sign off and orders, your tea towels are screen printed and shipped within 2-3 weeks right across Australia!
Can we personalise the tea towels with our own design?
Absolutely! Let us do the work or submit your own layout with logos, text, or even custom colours.
Is there a minimum order?
The minimum of 40 units per design! We work with groups of all sizes, from small kinders to large primary schools. Please note for designs with 250+ drawings there is a minimum order of 100 units.
Are the tea towels eco-friendly?
Yes! We use certified organic fabrics and water-based inks. It’s a fundraiser that feels as good as it looks.
How can I get started?
Just head to our Get Started page and we’ll take it from there!