Good morning, tea lovers! Grab your favorite mug and settle in for a gentle chat about the things we sip on every day. When I first started crafting tea bags, I wanted to make something that would last, something that could be used over and over again, without sacrificing the peace of mind that comes from making a small, thoughtful choice.
That is why I created Sprouted Dreams—because I wanted to embrace a lifestyle where every cup of tea is a small, intentional act of care.

Here is the thing we need to talk about: the world of tea bags has evolved, but I am tired of the plastic particles that leak into our cups. It started with a conversation, maybe one you had too, where we realized that what we drink matters far more than we thought.

The Plastic Problem in Your Cup

Have you ever wondered what those little tea bags are actually made from? You might think they are paper, but many
are not. A significant number of commercial tea bags contain nylon, which is essentially a plastic material. When
you steep these bags in hot water—95 degrees Celsius to be precise—that heat helps release hundreds of billions of
microscopic and even nano-sized plastic particles into your liquid.

The McGill University study found something startling: one nylon tea bag can release over eleven billion
microplastics and three billion nanoplastics when steeped at these temperatures. That is billions of tiny plastic
bits getting into what your body considers safe and nourishing. These particles are not visible to the human eye,
but they are small enough to slip through our digestive systems and potentially accumulate over time.

How Micro and Nanoplastics Affect Us

This is the part most people wonder about. When these ultra-small particles enter your body, they do not simply
disappear. Scientists are still figuring out everything, but we know these particles can:

* Disrupt gut health and the delicate microbiome that supports our digestion
* Potentially cross into tissues and organs if they are large enough or in enough quantity
* Interfere with hormone systems in the body
* Cause chronic inflammation over time

We are drinking these particles every time we brew our favorite blends, and it is happening quietly, day after
day.

The bigger question is what we can do to take back control.

My Solution: 100% Cotton

That is why I created Sprouted Dreams. I wanted to make something that would last, something that could be reused
many times without sacrificing peace of mind. My tea bags are made from 100% organic cotton, hand-crafted with
care right here in my cottage. Even the thread is organic and chosen for strength, and its ability to hold the
teabag in boiling water or in an iced pitcher.

These bags are reusable, washable, and completely free from harmful materials. They are reversible, so you can
rinse them, flip them, and reuse them time and again. No more single-use plastic, no more heat-sealed plastic, and
no more microplastics. Just pure, clean infusion that lets the flavors flow freely while cutting out the waste.

A Cozy, Earth-Friendly Choice

Whether you are steeping on a woodstove or a modern burner, these bags turn your tea time into a cozy, earth-friendly ritual. I have used them, I have tested them, and I have made sure they are built to last. They are
the perfect companion for loose-leaf teas, herbs, or even soups and stews. Plus they develop a beautiful patina over time. The stews and brews you use these cotton bags for give them a distinct aged color over time. A treasure from time in your kitchen!

I have seen how important it is to make choices that truly matter. I have seen how small acts of care can create big differences. Every time you choose plastic-free, you are giving your body a gift and giving this planet a
break.

Whether you are looking to reduce your environmental footprint or simply find a new way to enjoy your favorite brew, we can explore this plastic-free path together.

From my cottage to yours,

Abigail