Kintsugi is a century-old Japanese craft where broken ceramic objects are pieced back together using lacquer and gold dust based on the philosophy of Wabi-Sabi finding beauty in imperfection.
The process transforms much loved, worn items into a beautifully crafted, new piece of art. It is a chance to live a more sustainable way and to rescue objects which would otherwise be discarded.
In this relaxed, zero-waste workshop, you will learn the introductory technique of “Art Kintsugi” mending by following seven essential steps using modern accessible materials and bring home a piece of your own Kintsugi art.
Kintsugi, “Golden ceramic restoration” is a century-old Japanese art of repairing broken /cracked pottery using lacquer as glue to put fragments together.
The repaired item is then finished with the surface decoration of gold powder transforming it into a new piece of art when otherwise it would be thrown away.
Important note: this class is not recommended for pregnant women (due to some of the materials used).
Important Information:
Please arrive on time, or a little early to settle in.
Due to the nature of our workshop, we are won’t be able to let late arrivals in the class. Please consider traffic and parking time.
The workshop is approximately 3.5 hours but might go a bit longer. Please avoid making tight schedule to leave the class in rush.
A ceramic piece to repair has been prepared to suit the class. Please do not bring your own items to repair in the class. (If you have damaged item which you wish to repair, I am happy to have short consultation (by appointment will be appreciated)
We will be learning the introductory of fundamental method of Art Kintsugi using epoxy and lacquer as alternative to Urushi. The finishing surface will be gold metal (it is beautiful gold but not 24K gold!)
Perfect for beginners.
 
You will take home your own piece of completed work.
 
A reuse water bottle, we are a zero waste organisation so please take away any rubbish with you.
We encourage you to use a keep cup and avoid single-use waste.
Wear comfortable clothes that can get a little dusty, we have aprons available.
Please bring your spectacles if you normally use them.
This class is great for
individuals
and couples
as well as for
a date idea, team building activity, Christmas party or hens party.
This experience would also be a
unique
gift for her,
gift for mum or
gift for couples.