Unique Silver Tea Infusers
Are you a collector of tea accessories with a particular passion for tea ball infusers? Can’t seem to locate the shape or design you want? No problem…you can have a one-of-a-kind sterling silver tea infuser made just for you. And there won’t be another like it in the world!
Kevin Ard, an American artisan is one of the few in the world who exclusively makes tea accessories. He designs and crafts infusers out of sterling silver or gold depending on the client’s preference, sometimes using both metals for a piece. The infuser can even be adorned with jewels! Ard’s unique tea infuser designs are hand-crafted works of art which are beautiful, functional and precise.
Above Left: A commissioned tomato design, 1.75 inch diameter, additional holes in the bottom.
A project begins with discussions with a client to get an idea of the shape and design the client envisions. Armed with this information and inspiration, Kevin begins drawing. He presents several drawings to a client for final selection of the design.
Once a design has been finalized, Ard begins the tedious process of making the components. Each component of the finished piece is handcrafted with the exception of the chain. He uses a process to ensure the infuser is strong, durable and will last for many, many years. He particularly enjoys knowing that his clients use his designs. These one-of-a-kind infusers are sure to become treasured family heirlooms and passed on to future generations.
Left: A silver and gold case adorned with gold tea leaves and genuine blue topazstones. The cap twists off to reveal a modern tea infuser (see additional image below). The leaf design is repeated on the infuser’s smaller lid which is securely stored inside the case. 1″ diameter, 3″ in length.
Kevin Ard’s silver infusers make a great cup of tea which he personally tests before passing the infuser on to his client. Ard’s tea infuser designs range in price and begin at around $900. He never reproduces a design.
Below: The silver and gold tea leaves case with infuser.
Below: Sterling silver tea infuser with raised gold dots and carnelian cabochon stones; the swirl pattern offsets the clean lines and smooth design of this piece. Approx 1.25″ in diameter and 3″ in length
More information about the artist and how to order a silver tea infuser or other tea accessories may be found at KevinArd.com
Designs and images are owned and copyrighted by Kevin Ard.
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Very Lovely pieces. As a retired Jeweler it is always a pleasure to see well made highly functional ART. Thank you
Wow! I think its great and I know for sure lots of tea lovers would love to have this kind of tea infuser. In fact, tea infuser is just what every tea-lover needs. Tea infusers come in a variety of styles, but all follow the same simple principle. A tea infuser allows you to enjoy loose leaf tea by housing the tea, and allowing the flavor to steep into your water during brewing. So grab one and enjoy!
I was wondering if there is a site i could go to and upload a picture to get more information about an item?
Hi Teresa,
Try TeaInfusers.info. You can upload your image there and find more information.
Good luck!