Michihiro Hori A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi (Hardback)

Description: Further DetailsTitle: A Beginner's Guide to KintsugiCondition: NewSubtitle: The Japanese Art of Repairing Pottery and GlassISBN-10: 4805316748EAN: 9784805316740ISBN: 9784805316740Publisher: Tuttle PublishingFormat: HardbackRelease Date: 04/26/2022Description: **Named a "Best of Ceramic Books" by Book Riot**Old, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever!The thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you've ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash—but didn't know how—the traditional Japanese art of Kintsugi ("gold repair") offers the perfect solution!A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi teaches you the traditional Japanese techniques of pottery and glass repair based on the ancient Wabi Sabi idea that imperfections are beautiful, and visible repairs are part of the "life story" of an object.Author Michihiro Hori provides simple, safe, and inexpensive methods that you can do at home using tools and materials that are readily available online. Hori guides you through the entire process—from assembling and mixing the materials to reconstructing replacements for hopelessly shattered shards.With this book, you'll learn how to:Reinforce cracks, rebuild shattered areas, and apply the time-honored staple techniqueFix broken handles so they are fully functional againSafely work with lacquer and metallic powders to achieve beautiful, visible repairsWork with a variety of repair materials from gold leaf to washi paperRepair pottery and glass using traditional techniques for stunning resultsAs you take the time to prepare your materials and work closely with the pieces, you'll find yourself becoming attuned to the mindful philosophy at the heart of Kintsugi and the Wabi Sabi principle of appreciating old and imperfect objects. Most of all, the meditative process of Kintsugi will help you look at broken objects in a new way.Language: EnglishCountry/Region of Manufacture: USItem Height: 254mmItem Length: 191mmItem Weight: 652gGenre: Sports & HobbiesAuthor: Michihiro HoriRelease Year: 2022 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

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