About Us
Steep Right Up, LLC is a family-owned & operated business. We offer a wide selection of loose leaf teas that have been procured from around the world. In addition to the many pre-blended teas, we also offer a custom blending service to our clients.
About That Crazy Tea Lady:
Melodie (AKA The Crazy Tea Lady) is a wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She is an entrepreneur with a creative spirit. She enjoys a good cup of coffee or tea and is always willing to share. Melodie is the founding owner of Steep Right Up, LLC. She is a Certified Professional Clinical Aromatherapist and an Herbalist for nearly 30 years and has brought her experience and knowledge of oils and herbs to the business of tea. Melodie has taken the time over the years to expand her knowledge of teas, herbs, and blending through reading, taking classes, and personal experience through trial & error. She takes her time creating her blends and loves the challenge of creating custom blends for her customers and for a cause.
When The Tea Lady is not working on her business, she is spending time with her family. She has a husband, 4 boys (all grown), several fur babies and feather babies (she's also That Crazy Chicken Lady), and so far 6 grandchildren. She also enjoys reading, crocheting, and a variety of other crafts.. She is a Licensed Nail Technician, Licensed Manicurist Instructor, private educator, and mentor in the beauty industry. All of which go perfectly with a nice cup of tea.
Meet Lisa
Lisa is Melodie's right hand in the store. She does a little bit of everything from serving our store guests to blending our teas in the Tea Lab and everything in between. Currently Lisa is in the store Tuesdays & Thursdays and during special events.
A note from Lisa:
Hi ya'll! My name is Lisa. I was born and raised in New York. I have 4 amazing children on their way to adulthood. It's been quite a journey so far. God led me to NC to make a better life for my children and to marry the love of my life. I am also a chicken mama and quite obsessed with the idea of getting so many more. We came to a small church one morning and loved it from the moment we walked in. There we became a part of a foundations class that our one and only Melodie was teaching. She is a one of a kind with so many God given talents. We all got to know each other and she invited me to work for her in her Grand Tea Shop. Of course, I accepted, and I've loved every step of the way. Not only do I love tea, but after researching and continuing to study, the benefits outweigh anything else it could offer to me personally. I have loved working for Melodie. I've learned so much from her. I encourage everyone to take a journey through her tea shop. It might surprise you!
Steep Right Up is one big happy family that not only includes Melodie & Lisa, but all of our guests are family to us. And we absolutely love being a part of our Downtown Garner Community. We invite you to stop in and "tickle your tastebuds with one of our brews!"
Mission Statement: At Steep Right Up, our mission is to share our passion for premium loose-leaf teas, herbs, and foods with our community, fostering a deeper appreciation for the art and traditions of tea while also discovering personal ways to enjoy it. We are dedicated to creating a welcoming, safe space where everyone feels valued, comfortable, and at home. We encourage our guests to unplug, connect, and build genuine relationships over a cup of tea, away from the distractions of the digital world. Through education, hospitality, and meaningful interactions, we aim to brighten your day and build lasting connections—one cup, one sip, and one shared moment at a time.
Contact
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984-301-8643