Review on Princess Monaco Teapot Blooming by Teabloom by William Turner

I bought this teapot because it was the only glass teapot with a handle attached with metal strips that I could find. My mum had what I would say a heavy duty kettle of this design which has been used multiple times a day for over 30 years! I've been using it once or twice a day for a few weeks since I got it and so far so good; does not drip when filling. The glass for this kettle seems very flimsy, so I always place it on a silicone mat, hot oven mitts, or folded kitchen towel and gradually preheat, starting with room temperature water and bringing it to a boil. before brewing tea. I deducted 1 star because the drawing/design is anything but graceful or graceful - more like folk art or something a child would draw; others may like it. However, I highly doubt that a Princess of Monaco over the age of 8 would be interested. However, it's less bright than it looks on the website; What looks black in the photo is actually silver. If the kettle holds up I can paint over the design on the handle and lid and leave the design insert as it is. Aside from the paintwork, the biggest functional improvement would be to add a small lip to the inside edge of the lid to allow the pot to be poured out with one hand without the lid falling off - that would be a great technique!