A tea set is an indispensable attribute of any tea drinking. The service is useful both for creating coziness in the house and pleasant
pastime, and for meeting guests.
Instructions
Step 1
Choice of material Each material has its pros and cons. Of course, they differ from each other in terms of price. Ceramic sets are cheaper than porcelain tea sets. However, ceramic dishes are more fragile and heavier. Usually people buy ceramic tea sets for their everyday tea, although they are a great gift for any occasion. Porcelain tea sets are quite expensive, although they are light and surprisingly durable. Porcelain tableware is refinement, solemnity, luxury and grace, therefore such a service will delight you, your friends and family. Metal services are durable, but not very popular, they will be appreciated by lovers of modernity. Glass tea sets are popular, because such tableware is not scary to be used every day, it is durable and practical. Choose the material of the tea set depending on your preferences and the purpose of the set.
Step 2
Color, shape, number of items If you are doing any themed tea party, for example, dedicated to China, the tea set should be appropriate for the event. If after dinner you intend to drink tea with your guests, then to relax the atmosphere, the tea set can be made in bright colors. You can choose a set to match the color of the kitchen. Of course, you need to choose a kit design according to your taste. You can opt for a one-color service made in one color scheme. You can easily pick up a multi-colored set. There are also special kits for children. Kids will be happy with cups and saucers with bright interesting pictures. Many people love graceful thin cups, others - larger bowls. Some people like baroque sets, others prefer austerity and simplicity. If you choose a tea set for everyday tea drinking, then the number of items should correspond to the number of family members. That is, for each cup and saucer and a spoon (if any). If you are expecting guests for a tea party, then, of course, the number of items should be larger than in the first case.
Step 3
Test Choose a service based on your tea preference. Thin, graceful tea sets retain heat worse, so white and flower teas are drunk from them. Thick-walled sets retain heat better and are more suitable for strong tea. How do you know if a thin dial is in front of you or not? The test will help. Place one cups in the palm of your hand and bring them together so that they make a sound when they touch. Do not hold the cups, or your hand will absorb most of the sound and it will sound differently. A thin tea set produces a high melodic sound, while a thick walled tea set produces a lower sound.
