Picture the crisp snap of black and white checks on your stovetop, where a gentle whistle calls you to that first pour of oolong or a comforting mug of English breakfast, making mornings feel like a stylish escape. We adore MacKenzie-Childs' Courtly Check Enamel 3 Quart Tea Kettle with Bird for the way it turns heating water into pure delight. They've crafted it from heavy-gauge steel, hand-glazed and painted with their iconic checks that layer subtle depth, then edged it in bronzed stainless for that warm polish. The wood handle offers a steady, cool grip, while the lid's antique brass accents and sweet sparrow knob let you peek at the steam like spotting a bird at dawn.
It suits gas or electric burners on medium heat, with a 9-inch base and 9-inch height that fits neatly, holding 3 quarts for solo steeps or sharing rounds at the table.
Each handmade one carries its own quiet charm, softening beautifully over time, and it clears U.S. safety standards with ease, including California's Proposition 65. Set it simmering and let the ritual unfold.
Heavy-gauge steel underbody with hand-glazed, hand-painted Courtly Check enamel for even heating and timeless appeal
Wood handle and sparrow-shaped knob with antique brass for comfy, heat-safe pours every time
3-quart capacity to brew quiet comforts or keep gatherings warm and flowing
Bronzed stainless rim adds subtle elegance to your kitchen's daily rhythm
Hand-wash with mild soap to keep the checks crisp through seasons of use
Weight: 82.24 oz
Volume: 3 qt
Dimensions:
9" base dia
4.5" lid dia
9” tall (top of knob)
11.75" tall (top of handle)
Before using your kettle for the first time, remove all labels and wash thoroughly.
Use over medium flame on gas range, medium to high settings on electric ranges and low to medium settings on ceramic top ranges.
Never boil dry, as this could cause damage to both your kettle and cooktop.
Do not use on induction cooktops. Hand-wash with mild soap and dry immediately to preserve the finish.
Do not microwave.
Our enamelware exceeds both federal food safety regulations and California's Proposition 65, the strictest environmental safety standards in the U.S.
Handle enamelware with care and discontinue use for food service if it becomes chipped, cracked, or broken.
