Ceramic Tea Infuser with Lid – Handmade 2-Piece Pottery Strainer Set
One handcrafted tea infuser and lid companion set.
Dimensions
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Infuser Height: Approx. 3.5 inches tall (with lid/saucer)
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Diameter: Circa 3.75 inches across the top rim, 2″ at base
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Tray: Wider than the infuser base, it is designed to catch residual water after steeping
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Lid: Functions both as a cover to keep your tea warm and as a drip tray for the infuser after use
Color options
- Creamy white
- Green and creamy shite
- Blue and creamy white
- Pansy purple and creamy white
- Coral pink and creamy white
This design is comfortably sized to fit in our large travel mugs. Please take note of the dimensions if you would like it to fit in different mug.
Materials
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High-fire stoneware clay, durable and long-lasting
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Custom mixed glazes featuring a variety of color options
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Kiln-fired to vitrification for a smooth, sealed, and food-safe surface
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Microwave and dishwasher safe, though handwashing is preferred for longevity
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No metals or harmful chemicals—just clay, glaze, and craftsmanship
- Food safe, lead and cadmium free
Shipping Details
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Orders ship in 1-3Â business days
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All pottery is carefully padded and boxed using recyclable packing materials
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We offer free US shipping
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Tracking information included with every order
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Priority shipping is offered as an upgrade during checkout.
This handmade ceramic tea infuser is a beautiful, functional companion for slow mornings and cozy evenings. Thoughtfully designed as a two-piece set—including the cup-shaped infuser, matching drip tray/saucer—it’s made for tea lovers who savor the ritual of steeping loose-leaf blends with care and elegance.
Glazed in a soothing combination of creamy white and choice of green, purple, blue, pink, or white. Each element is handcrafted and glazed in our pottery studio in Jaroso, Colorado, where utility and beauty are always steeped together. Whether it’s a thoughtful gift or a new essential for your own daily tea ritual, this infuser set adds mindfulness and charm to every cup.
 Gift Wrapping Available
Every tea infuser has the option of gift wrapping, (with a small fee) perfect for:
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Birthdays and holidays
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Housewarming gifts for tea lovers
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Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or retirement gifts
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Graduation or thank-you gestures
We’ll happily include a handwritten card with your custom message gratis upon request.
Suggestions for Product Use
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Add loose-leaf tea to the ceramic infuser cup and pour hot water over the top
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Let steep for 3–5 minutes under the lid to maintain warmth
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Once ready, remove the infuser and place it into the matching drip tray
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Enjoy your tea directly in your favorite mug or pour into another vessel
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Great for both herbal infusions and traditional teas
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The lid also doubles as a rest for the infuser, a coaster for your mug, or snack/cookie dish
Perfect for home offices, gift baskets, or a small luxury to start and end your day.
Our Process: Clay, Glaze & Firing
Each piece begins with stoneware clay, mixed and prepared by hand in our small studio. The infuser and lid are hand cast and hand-trimmed for a smooth, balanced form. The holes in the infuser cup are individually pierced when the clay reaches the perfect leather-hard consistency, creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing pattern that filters even fine teas.
After an initial bisque firing, the infuser is glazed in a studio-formulated palette. We offer a variety of color options, that match our mugs. If you would like a color that is not offered. please contact us. We can only use our own glazes that we have in our shop.
Handmade in Jaroso, Colorado
Each ceramic tea infuser is made by hand at Sarah Welch Pottery, a small family-run studio nestled in the high desert of the San Luis Valley. What began over 25 years ago as a one-woman operation has grown into a beloved and nationally known pottery business, guided by the same orginal values of intentional craft, lasting design, and heartfelt service.
Sarah Welch, a ceramic artist with a degree in fine art and a deep connection to form and texture, brings a sense of calm and presence to her work. Alongside her family and a small team of skilled assitants, she continues to make pottery that’s meant to be used every day—and loved for a lifetime.
You can explore more of our pieces or shop directly from our Etsy storefront.
Disclaimer: Each Piece is Unique
Because every infuser is handmade, subtle variations in glaze color, shape, or hole placement will naturally occur. These slight differences are part of the charm and authenticity of studio pottery. When you order from us, you’re receiving a one-of-a-kind piece, made with care and intention from start to finish.
