If you've purchased an advanced Kintsugi kit with me and have been sent a filing kit.
This is one extra optional step you can take to prepare before our class using the files I have sent you!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kintsugi?
Kintsugi, also known as "golden joinery," is a traditional Japanese art form in which broken pottery is mended using a lacquer mixed with gold, silver, or platinum. The idea behind kintsugi is that the broken pieces are not hidden or discarded, but rather celebrated and incorporated into the piece, making it more beautiful and unique. It is said to symbolize the beauty of imperfection and the impermanence of life. The art form has been used to mend everything from ceramics and pottery to metal and glass. It's also a metaphor for accepting and embracing the scars and imperfections of life.
What method of Kintsugi do you teach?
A modern form of Kintsugi using Cashew lacquer instead of Traditional Japan Lacquer. You can learn more about the different styles here
I will be teaching the traditional method as well by request so please enquire with me and sign up to my mailing list if you are interested.
Are the kits you use food safe?
The lacquer and putty used in these kits are non toxic however the lacquer is not officially FDA approved. I still use my cups and plates for food and drinks (although I avoid hot drinks).
The super glue that is used at the very beginning to bond the pieces together is not food safe, therefore I am careful to use this very minimally in a way that the glue will be completely covered by the putty and the lacquer.
Traditional Japan Lacquer is FDA approved, however this method does take much longer and will require multiple classes. Please reach out to me if you are interested in learning this method.
Can my Kintsugi'd pieces handle the dishwasher or microwave?
I would not recommend putting them in the oven, the dishwasher or the microwave.
Do you sell the kits on their own?
Currently because I do not have easy access to this lacquer, the kits and lacquer are only available to workshop attendees and alumni.
Do you do private workshops?
Yes! Please feel free to enquire about those in my contact form.
How many items can you mend with this kit?
This Kintsugi Kit should have enough putty, lacquer and brass powder to mend at least 5 small ceramic pieces.
How to break a ceramic for Kintsugi
If you can not find something broken at home for Kintsugi and you absolutely must have to break something yourself. I have some best practices and tips on how to do that.
Please know that none of this is guaranteed and that breaking something, especially breaking something precious to you is not recommended.
The ideal break for the first Kintsugi session is something broken in to no more than 4 pieces and something that is a dinner plate or smaller in size.
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