Burlap Tea Bag Jars – Easy DIY Tea Holder Project

These burlap tea bag jars are the perfect way to store my special tea bags.  Their romantic look seems to be just waiting for me to reach in and start a new memory!

This DIY project is easy to put together with a few basic supplies and a couple of hours of time.

Burlap is very durable and versatile. I’ve used it to make wreaths, Easter egg decor, and wine bottle covers!

Today, it’s time to make some tea bag holders. Keep reading to learn how to make them.

Supplies for these burlap tea bag holders

To make this project, you’ll need the following supplies:

• 2 empty aluminum cans, cleaned thoroughly
• 1 length of plain burlap ribbon 2 1/2″ wide
• 1 length of chevron burlap ribbon 2 1/2″ wide
• 2 pieces of burlap material, about 4″ square.
• 1 wooden spool (cut this in half and use half for each tea bag jar)
• 1 can of burgundy spray paint with a matte finish
• 1 length of 3/4″ wide burgundy burlap ribbon
• 1 length of lace burlap ribbon 1 1/2″ wide
• 1 burlap burgundy colored bow
• 1 length of jute twine
• Hot glue gun and glue sticks
• some of your favorite teabags

Directions for making the burlap tea bag holders

Start by spraying the cans and lids, both inside and out.  The lids are sharp now, but will be covered in fabric later.

Allow the paint to dry completely.

Lightly attach the 3/4″ wide burgundy ribbon to the middle of the 1 1/2″ wide burlap lace ribbon with hot glue. Then attach this piece to the middle of the wide plain burlap ribbon.

Measure around your cans to see the length that you will need for the burlap ribbons. Cut them to size and wrap one can with the burgundy and lace ribbon for decoration.

Glue the burlap in place at the back of the can with hot glue.

Add the burgundy bow in the front center of the jar with a dab of glue.

Wrap the jar with a chevron ribbon on it with a length of jute twine long enough to go around the jar and tie in a small bow on the front.

Use a few tiny dabs of glue to keep it in place nicely.The burlap tea bag jars are now ready to fill with some tea bags.

To make the jar lids, paint the wooden spool and then cut it in half.  Cover the aluminum lid with the pieces of 4″ burlap material, fold it under on the back, and hot glue it in place.

Cut two pieces of the lace burlap ribbon the size of the can top and hot glue them in place on top of the covered lids, then hot glue the burgundy 1/2 wooden spool in place on each of the lids.

These DIY tea bag jars look so cute on the counter. They have a French country rustic look to them.  Now it’s time for a cup of tea and a biscuit!.

Be sure to also check out my Sheet Music Farmhouse Tea Coasters.