Our Story
The extraordinary humble cuppa
Hello there, I'm Kim Bird, the heart behind Teabellies. Like you, I adore a good cup of tea. There is something extraordinary and magical about the simple pleasure of a cuppa.
Whether you thirst for a traditional English Breakfast, long for oolong, mellow with matcha, or hanker for herbal, tea is a cornerstone of our lives. A cup of tea reinvigorates us when we need a lift, brings people together, comforts us in difficult times, and presses pause on a hectic day. That's the power of this popular beverage. But have you ever stopped to really think about the humble cuppa?
Teabellies: Refining the perfect tea moment
Start with a tea's aroma and taste and how it makes you feel. Then there's how you drink it – the shape, design and colour of your teacup or mug, the material it's made from and the way it is served. All can affect your moment with your cup of tea. It's these subtleties that have driven me to embark on a journey to make sure your moments of tea indulgence are as good as they can be.
A treasure trove of craftsmanship
Generic and mass-produced teacups and mugs are devoid of any soul. These are just too ordinary. Teabellies was born when my hunt for the extraordinary began in the world of artisan-made ceramics. Here, I found not just teacups and mugs but affordable works of art, each lovingly handcrafted by passionate individuals keeping pottery traditions alive.
With the artisans, pottery studios and homeware designers I have found, I can bring you a selection of beautifully designed and handcrafted teaware.
Each piece has been chosen carefully to ensure that every cup of tea becomes a visual delight and every sip a moment of peace and pure bliss - a chance to savour the simple things in life.
I also specialise in curating the larger-sized teacups and mugs that are so hard to find.
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Buy better with Teabellies
Teabellies stands for more than beautiful teaware. It champions a philosophy of conscious consumption – a commitment that enables you to buy better.
I take great care to source products from artisans and like-minded companies who share a vision for a world that fosters craftsmanship and cares for people and the planet. When you buy from Teabellies, you're not just getting something beautifully crafted. You're investing in a brighter future.
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Just your cup of tea
Whether you are looking for a special piece for yourself, a statement item for your home, or the perfect gift, I hope you find something that brings a huge amount of pleasure.
Choose from the thoughtfully curated collection of studio pottery. For those who love tea accessories, there is a selection of distinctive teapots, milk jugs, sugar bowls, honey pots, spoons, organic linen tea towels, and cold tea brew bottles (my favourite teaware accessory). I hope I can also tantalise your taste buds with quality teas and surprising blends you never knew you'd love!
Enjoy browsing. And you never know, these beautiful ceramic pieces may even inspire you to take up pottery as a hobby, just like me!
Warmly
Kim x