Shark fin tea infuser
|A shark fin tracks slowly toward you, staining the water behind it a deep reddish brown. No, this isn’t the latest Jaws remake; it’s just your morning cup of tea, as brought to you by Argentinean designer Pablo Matteodo.
Just put your tealeaves into the bottom compartment, attach the dorsal fin, and pop the whole thing in your teacup. Then watch the water turn dark as the sharky tea infuser works its magic. This nifty contraption unfortunately isn’t being produced for sale just yet, but it’s certain to be snapped up once it hits the shelves. In the meantime, keep your eye on Mr. Matteodo. We’re guessing more big things are on the way.
Tagged: Argentinean designer, funny shark product, Pablo Matteodo
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Tricia Lackey said | 26 January, 2012
HOW DO I GET ONE?!?!?!?!?!