A cup of tea is one of life’s simplest pleasures — soothing, aromatic, and comforting. But what happens after you’ve brewed that perfect cup? Most people toss the tea bag straight into the trash, not realizing that those little pouches still hold a world of benefits.
From beauty and skincare to gardening and household cleaning, used tea bags are surprisingly useful and eco-friendly. Here’s how you can make your own tea bags and reuse them in clever ways.
☕ How to Make Homemade Tea Bags
Making your own tea bags is easy and allows you to customize your blends — perfect for those who love herbal infusions or want to control what goes into their cup.
Ingredients & Materials:
Loose-leaf tea or dried herbs (like chamomile, peppermint, green tea, or black tea)
Coffee filters or cheesecloth
Cotton thread or food-safe string
A stapler or small clips (optional)
Steps:
Cut your filter: Cut a coffee filter or piece of cheesecloth into a small rectangle (about 3x4 inches).
Add your tea: Place about one teaspoon of loose tea or dried herbs in the center.
Fold it up: Fold the sides in, then fold the top down to create a sealed pouch.
Secure it: Tie it with a piece of cotton string or staple gently to hold it in place.
Label it: If you’re making several blends, label each string with the tea type or brewing time.
Voilà! You’ve just created a reusable, eco-friendly tea bag.
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