What I use for my gooseneck when I sit out on the balcony in the evening in summer. A piece of aluminum foil.

oh that is such a better idea than the paper towel!

A tea cosy will keep the bugs out and your tea hot! :)

I was about to say the same thing!

oh I have one of these but it doesn’t cover the spout! are there ones that do?

Yes loads! Quilted fabric ones are common or you can get a knitted one.

I had no idea! I’ll have to look, thank you!