{"product_id":"9784805316740","title":"A Beginner's Guide to Kintsugi","description":"Author: Michihiro Hori\u003cbr\u003eISBN: 9784805316740\u003cbr\u003ePublisher: Berkeley Books\u003cbr\u003eYear first published: 01 May 2022\u003cbr\u003ePages: 96\u003cbr\u003eFormat: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOld, broken objects can become more beautiful than ever!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe thought of throwing away a cherished dish or mug can be heartbreaking. If you\u0026amp;#x27;ve ever wanted to repair a treasured piece rather than tossing it in the trash - but didn\u0026amp;#x27;t know how - the traditional Japanese art of \u003ci\u003eKintsugi\u003c\/i\u003e (\u0026amp;#x27;gold repair\u0026amp;#x27;) offers the perfect solution!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Beginner\u0026amp;#x27;s Guide to Kintsugi\u003c\/i\u003e teaches you the traditional Japanese techniques of pottery and glass repair based on the ancient \u003ci\u003eWabi Sabi\u003c\/i\u003e idea that imperfections are beautiful, and visible repairs are part of the \u0026amp;#x27;life story\u0026amp;#x27; of an object.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAuthor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWith this book, you\u0026amp;#x27;ll learn how to:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforce cracks, rebuild shattered areas, and apply the time-honoured staple technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFix broken handles so they are fully functional again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafely work with lacquer and metallic powders to achieve beautiful, visible repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWork with a variety of repair materials from gold leaf to washi paper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRepair pottery and glass using traditional techniques for stunning results\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs you take the time to prepare your materials and work closely with the pieces, you\u0026amp;#x27;ll find yourself becoming attuned to the mindful philosophy at the heart of \u003ci\u003eKintsugi\u003c\/i\u003e and the \u003ci\u003eWabi Sabi\u003c\/i\u003e principle of appreciating old and imperfect objects. Most of all, the meditative process of \u003ci\u003eKintsugi\u003c\/i\u003e will help you look at broken objects in a new way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ships in 10 to 15 days","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46688066338974,"sku":"ADS-9784805316740","price":34.78,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0400\/9043\/5742\/files\/9784805316740.jpg?v=1775631737","url":"https:\/\/classicbargains.com.au\/products\/9784805316740","provider":"Classic Bargains Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}