School Tea Towel Design Ideas & Templates (Australia)
Looking for a fun and eco-friendly way to raise funds for your school or childcare centre? Whether you're planning a school art project or seeking a creative fundraising idea for students, school tea towel designs tick every box. At Expressions, we've spent over 25 years helping Australian schools turn kids' artwork into cherished keepsakes with our premium organic GOTS certified tea towels.
Why School Tea Towels Make the Perfect Fundraising Keepsake
Tea towel fundraisers are a win-win: they capture childhood memories and make meaningful gifts for family and friends. Loved by parents and grandparents alike, these keepsakes turn school fundraising projects into treasured mementos that last a lifetime.
- Cost-effective and eco-friendly
- Simple to coordinate with minimum effort
- Popular for Mother's Day, school anniversaries, and end-of-year gifts
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Creative Tea Towel Artwork Ideas for Students
Need inspiration? Here are some of our most popular artwork themes:
- Self-Portrait Projects: Great for primary school or early learning centres.
- Themed Designs: Mother's Day (heart or flower drawings), or animal drawings for zoo or local wildlife fundraisers.
- Handprints or Signatures: Simple yet timeless, ideal for young children who can’t draw yet and a fun spin on signatures works well for Year 6 leavers.
- School Logos or Class Lists: Perfect for large groups.
Our downloadable drawing templates make it super easy for every student to join in. Or order a FREE coordinator’s kit which includes pre cut paper & pens saving your volunteers time and money.
Download Student Drawing Template
Design Templates & Artwork Specifications
We offer layout options for both group and individual designs. Whether you’re into full colour digital print or classic screen print, we’ve got it covered:
- Large range of borders, texts and layout options
- Choose from 13 standard colours or send us your pantone (PMS) colour (add $25 mixing fee)
- Follow our artwork specifications for best results
Our Printing Process: Quality That Lasts
We use only premium materials, choose between 100% organic cotton tea towels or organic cotton/linen blend for a textured finish. Both options are sustainably sourced and available in classic white or natural tones.
- Digital printing and screen printing available
- Bright colours using water-based or PMS colour-matched inks - all eco-friendly
- All fabric options certified by GOTS
Tea Towel Fundraising Made Easy with Expressions
Running a fundraiser doesn’t need to be complicated. We’ve designed our process to be hassle-free from start to finish:
- No upfront costs
- Free promotional materials
- Step-by-step Coordinator’s Guide
- Online Store option for ordering
- Bonus Keepsake Ideas: Aprons, Tote Bags & More
Bonus Keepsake Ideas: Aprons, Tote Bags & More
Beyond tea towels, we also offer:
- GOTS certified organic cotton aprons
- GOTS certified organic cotton tote bags
- Sporting and club fundraisers
All products are printed right here in Australia using high-quality inks and materials.
Real-Life Inspiration from Schools Like Yours
From large city schools to tiny remote playgroups, hundreds of Aussie schools have created magic with our tea towels. Whether for community fundraising events, class groups, or school leavers, these projects create meaningful connections through shared creativity.
Ready to Design Your School Tea Towel?
Start your Expressions Tea Towel project today!
- Order your FREE coordinator’s kit (it has instructions, pre cut paper, pens & marketing materials)
- Set your timeline and key dates
- Upload your artwork via our website or post back to us (we recommend posting)
We'll guide you from sketch to finished product all with a friendly, experienced team who gets fundraising in Australia.
FAQs – School Tea Towel Design & Fundraisers
What size are the drawing template cards?
- Hand print size - A5 A5 21 x 14.8 cm, 1/2 of an A4 sheet
- Up to 75 pictures - A6 14.8 x 10.5 cm, 1/4 of an A4 sheet
- Up to 150 Pictures - A7 10.5 x 7.4 cm, 1/8 of an A4 sheet
- Over 150 Pictures - A8 7.4 x 5.2 cm, 1/16 of an A4 sheet
We send these out in your FREE coordinator’s kit or you can cut your own paper to the above specifications.
Can students use coloured markers or paint?
Yes! Just follow our artwork specifications for best print results. The brighter the better for full colour designs.
Is there a minimum order quantity?
Yes, the minimum order is 40 tea towels per design. Please note for designs with 250+ drawings there is a minimum order of 100 units.
How long does tea towel printing take?
We recommend allowing 2–3 weeks from final artwork approval to delivery (depending on time of year)
Make your school fundraiser unforgettable with Expressions Tea Towels, Australia's trusted name in tea towel printing for schools!