Premium Stainless Steel Tea Chai Kettle - 1L & 1.5L - Sea Blue
Transform your tea ritual with this enchanting hand-painted lavender kettle. Adorned with delicate floral motifs in soothing lavender hues and accented with vibrant truck art-inspired details, this kettle brings the calm beauty of lavender fields to your stovetop.
Each kettle is individually hand-painted by me, combining the bold, joyful aesthetic of South Asian truck art with the gentle, calming tones of lavender. This isn't just a kettle - it's functional art that brews your perfect cup while bringing serenity and color to your kitchen.
Hand-Painted Artistry:
- Soft lavender purple base with complementary floral accents
- Hand-painted botanical motifs in traditional truck art style
- Each flower petal individually painted by hand
- Vibrant color pops that celebrate South Asian decorative traditions
- One-of-a-kind variations due to handcrafted nature
- Food-safe sealed finish for lasting beauty
Premium Functionality - Works on Gas Stovetop and Induction Cooktop
Technical Specifications:
- Capacity: 1 Liter (33.8 oz) - makes 4 cups of tea, 1.5 Liter (50.7oz) - makes 6 cups of tea
- Material: Premium 18/8 food-grade stainless steel
- Compatibility: ALL stovetops including induction
- Handle: Ergonomic heat-resistant handle with comfortable grip
- Spout: Precision pour spout for controlled serving
- Lid: Tight-fitting lid to lock in heat and speed boiling
- Base: Flat, stable base with magnetic stainless steel for induction
- Dimensions: Approximately 7-8" tall x 6" wide (with handle and spout)
- Weight: Durable stainless steel construction (~1.5 lbs)
- Finish: Hand-painted exterior with heat-resistant, food-safe coating
Perfect Size for Modern Living:
1 Liter is the ideal size for:
- 4 cups of tea (perfect for 2-4 people)
- 2 large mugs of coffee
- Boiling water for instant ramen, oatmeal, or hot chocolate
- Small batch cooking needs
1.5 Liter is the ideal size for:
- 6 cups of tea (perfect for 4-6 people)
- 2 large mugs of coffee
- Boiling water for instant ramen, oatmeal, or hot chocolate
- Small batch cooking needs
Truck Art Tradition Meets Lavender Serenity: Pakistani and Indian truck art transforms ordinary vehicles into moving celebrations of color and pattern. Artisans paint intricate florals, bold designs, and joyful motifs as expressions of pride and beauty. Dastkaari brings this street art tradition into homes through this unexpected lavender colorway - combining traditional exuberance with modern sophistication.
Daily Use & Care:
- First Use: Wash with warm soapy water, rinse thoroughly. Add hot water with a green cardamom pod overnight.
- Gentle Care: Use regular dish soap and soft sponge on painted exterior
- Interior: Standard stainless steel - safe for normal scrubbing
- Drying: Dry thoroughly after washing to prevent water spots
- Dishwasher Safe - Recommended Hand washing preserves the artwork for years, but this can be washed in the dishwasher
- Storage: Store with lid slightly open to prevent moisture buildup
Safety & Usage:
- Heat-resistant handle stays cool longer, but use pot holder when very hot
- Never heat empty kettle
- Front stove: low heat ONLY. Back Stove: upto Medium heat
- Supervise while on stovetop
- Keep handle away from direct flame on gas stoves
- Appropriate for boiling water, making tea, heating milk (watch carefully)
What Makes This Kettle Extraordinary: Unlike mass-produced kettles from big-box stores:
- ✨ Hand-painted takes 20-30 hours per kettle - Since I work on these part time they take approximately 3 to 4 weeks to complete
- ✨ Premium 18/8 stainless steel (not cheap metal that bends after a few uses)
- ✨ True induction compatibility
- ✨ One-of-a-kind artwork with natural variations
- ✨ Celebrates cultural heritage through functional art
- ✨ Transforms your kitchen into an art gallery
Why Dastkaari?: Every piece is hand-painted by Me. At Daskaari our vision it to bring traditional South Asian and Middle Eastern and Mughal decorative arts to functional kitchenware. My mission: prove that everyday objects deserve to be beautiful, and that handmade craft belongs in modern homes.
Limited Small-Batch Production: Each kettle requires 10-12 hours of hand-painting, sometimes more depending on the design intricacy. Production is intentionally small-batch to:
- Maintain quality and attention to detail
- Preserve artisan craft traditions
- Ensure each piece receives proper care
- Support sustainable making practices

