Kintsugi Earring Making
Saturday 4th July 10:15 - 11:45am
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Service Description
Saturday 4th July 10:15 - 11:45am A maximum of 12 participants In recent years, Kintsugi has gained worldwide recognition - but what does it truly represent? Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art of repairing broken, chipped, or cracked ceramics. Using urushi (natural Japanese lacquer) as an adhesive, the fragments are carefully rejoined, and the seams are delicately finished with powdered gold, silver, or platinum. Rather than concealing damage, Kintsugi highlights it - transforming cracks into luminous pathways and allowing imperfections to become part of the object’s new “landscape.” This practice reflects the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi - an appreciation for impermanence and imperfection - as well as a deep respect and attachment to cherished belongings. In today’s world, Kintsugi also resonates as a sustainable practice, encouraging us to treasure and extend the life of what we own instead of discarding it. Traditional Kintsugi requires natural lacquer, a material that demands careful handling and extended drying time. The process is meticulous and can take weeks or even months to complete. Additionally, urushi may cause skin irritation for some individuals. In this workshop, we introduce a simplified and accessible approach to Kintsugi. Instead of natural lacquer, we use epoxy adhesive for bonding and finish the seams with brass or silver powder to achieve a lacquer-like effect. This method eliminates concerns about skin sensitivity and allows beginners to experience the essence of Kintsugi safely and comfortably. Participants will work with sea pottery and sea glass to create one-of-a-kind earrings or clip-ons. All materials are included, and you’ll make one or two pair of earrings to take home. The organic textures of sea pottery and the translucent beauty of sea glass are gently enhanced with golden accents, coming together to form a uniquely expressive and poetic “landscape.” Join Kanae in discovering how broken pieces can be transformed into something even more beautiful than before!
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Cancellation Policy
All workshop bookings at Sage and Salt Studio are non-refundable. If you need to cancel your place more than 90 days before the workshop date, we are happy to transfer your booking to another workshop of your choice (subject to availability). If you cancel within 90 days of the workshop, we cannot transfer your booking. However, you are very welcome to send someone else in your place. This must be arranged by you, and we kindly ask that you let us know the name of the person attending. In the case of a fully booked workshop with a waiting list, we will do our best to resell your place. If we are able to do so, we can transfer your booking to another workshop of your choice. We hope you understand that our tutors and team put a lot of work into preparing for workshops and, once booked, your place is held just for you.
Contact Details
4 Swan Street, Petersfield, UK
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