The Dogwood is a common tree in my part of the world, even though its numbers are declining due to a fungus. It is a lovey, small tree, with pink or white blossoms, and red berries that birds flock to feast on. (I recall seeing a flock of robins get a little drunk on fermenting berries, some years ago.)

A springtime Magnolia (most likely a Sweetbay) in my own backyard inspired this teapot set.

Maples bring back fond memories of climbing trees - their branches make it easy for a little kid to get up above the ground. They also have beautiful autumn colors.

Sycamores are large trees, perhaps best known for their bark. It reminds me of camoflage lower down, and gets whiter toward the crown, giving them the look of ghosts from far away.

This decorative quilted teapot has stars stitched with subtly colored metallic threads, star fields of a sparkling velvet fabric, falling stars with sparkly tails, a crescent moon on the removable lid, and a spiral galaxy on the base. It is fully lined with a black and white star print fabric.