Teasmade, Yes Please

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A teasmade was the height of sophistication when I was growing up. The Sparkes had a teasmade, it was like visiting the Avengers when I went around. OMG, how futuristic.

So, please buy me a teasmade.
Swan Compact Teasmade

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