Starry Night Print Tea Cozy

It works quite well—reviewers consistently mention it keeps their tea warm for extended periods, with some noting it maintains temperature far longer than expected. The thick, padded insulation is key here. One person did say it didn't keep their tea warm, but that's an outlier; the overwhelming majority found the heat retention impressive.

It fits medium to tall teapots quite well, and reviewers mention using it successfully on different sized pots. The drawstring closure gives you some flexibility with sizing. That said, it's not a stretchy fit—it's more of a cover you place over the pot and cinch closed. If you have a very small or unusually large teapot, you might want to check dimensions carefully.

The colors are described as vibrant and attractive, and people love the appearance. However, one reviewer noted the actual product isn't cross-stitched like it appears in some listing photos—it's a printed design. Still looks good, just manages expectations about the construction method.

This is the main complaint. Several reviewers mention the ribbon is too thin and weak—it can be difficult to pull tight and doesn't always stay tied securely. It's functional, but not the most robust closure mechanism. If you're frequently taking the cozy on and off, this might get annoying.

The construction itself is solid—reviewers specifically praise the secure seams and stitching, and describe it as well-made. The padding is thick and the fabric holds up. The only durability concern is that thin ribbon, but the cozy itself appears to be quality construction.

No, it doesn't include a cork insert or lid cover, which one reviewer wished it had for enhanced heat retention through the spout and lid. It's just the padded fabric cozy with the drawstring. Still insulates well on its own, but if you're looking for maximum heat retention, you might want to pair it with a separate lid cover.