Teaware Loss (Viewer discretion is advised)

[Tadpole]

My condolences -- at least it's replaceable!

Thanks MarshalN. And now I know what the guts look like inside this type of ceramic ware. Still feeling like a doofus, half a day later. I keep telling myself this mishap is a reminder to be fully present when making tea.

[Chip]

Too bad Tadpole. But now you will have 3!

[TubbyCow]

Do you remember the poster in Feedback I think who made claims about exploding borosilicate glass? Nobody believed her as I recall.

Whoa, I hadn't seen that, actually. Makes me sad that no one believed her, but I guess I may not have myself had I not watched it happen.

I don't think I'm particularly careless with my teaware (I have bone china cups aplenty that remain unscathed), but borosilicate glass cups have never managed to last for me. They sure are pretty, though!

[TIM]

They were happy.... its all my fault

[David R.]

On Mago blog, there is a link to a japanese craftsman who repairs teaware using different techniques. Here's the address and the link to examples of repair on chinese teaware.

As I have a broken teapot which I like a lot, I sent it to him. As he only speaks japanese, I asked Mago to help me with the transaction and he kindly did. He came up with an estimate based on pictures I sent. To give you an idea, the repair of the broken spout of my teapot costs 4500 yens. I also had a chip on the lid, which costs 3000 yens. I chose lustreless gold for both, but I don't know if it is a finish layer or the whole repair is done with it.

There seems to have a 3 months waiting list, and I really don't know if he is concerned by the japanese crisis right now.

I'll be sure to post before-and-after pictures when I receive it. So far, I really don't know when it will be.

Finally, I've heard quite recently about a man who studied in Japan and who makes such repairs using gold. I could look into it if some are interested.

[TIM]

On Mago blog, there is a link to a japanese craftsman who repairs teaware using different techniques. Here's the address and the link to examples of repair on chinese teaware.

As I have a broken teapot which I like a lot, I sent it to him. As he only speaks japanese, I asked Mago to help me with the transaction and he kindly did. He came up with an estimate based on pictures I sent. To give you an idea, the repair of the broken spout of my teapot costs 4500 yens. I also had a chip on the lid, which costs 3000 yens. I chose lustreless gold for both, but I don't know if it is a finish layer or the whole repair is done with it.

There seems to have a 3 months waiting list, and I really don't know if he is concerned by the japanese crisis right now.

I'll be sure to post before-and-after pictures when I receive it. So far, I really don't know when it will be.

Finally, I've heard quite recently about a man who studied in Japan and who makes such repairs using gold. I could look into it if some are interested.

Thank You David R. Thank You Very Much for this great info.
I had a repair done once, and it took me 3 years to see the little one back.... The departing is a true torture.

http://themandarinstea.blogspot.com/200 ... uliet.html

[Chip]

Bummer Tim. Sometimes it would be better if a pot was smashed beyond repair. One could bury it in the garden and move on.

The smaller breaks leave us hanging on and on. It took me several years to finally repair the one kyusu ... I just could not get rid of it, but was really unsure about the method of repair.

As much as I liked it, I could simply have purchases another for 56 USD (still could).

[David R.]

You're welcome Tim. I was going to wait until its return to talk about it, but this thread hurts so much I had to do something !

Seriously, Mago works with the guy and trust him completely. That is all I needed to know to send it.

[tea-awed]

Oh woe is me. I just broke my small gaiwan(90ml) and they are so hard to find in this part of the world. It was only special coz I've had it so long and it served me so well. Luckily I still have a pot the same size

[TIM]

Thank You for the supports guys Lucky enough, Master American Style is to the rescue!

[chicagopotter]

There seems to have a 3 months waiting list, and I really don't know if he is concerned by the japanese crisis right now.

I've recently had a bit of experience with kintsugi repair. See here: http://www.teachat.com/viewtopic.php?f= ... 50#p188856.

From my understanding there are are 2 different types of repair: traditional lacquer or synthetic lacquer. Don't want to put words into the artisans mouth, but I'm guessing that it is not a 3 month waiting list to have the work done, but that he is going to use the traditional lacquer method which takes 3 months to cure. (Maybe it is 3 months till the repair can be strated, what do I know?) The synthetic lacquer method only takes 1 month to cure, but yields a result that is much less permanent or durable. The way it was explained to me is that the traditional method is much more complicated and drying must be undertaken in a highly controlled humid atmosphere. The results, however, purportedly can last for centuries. Traditional repair is also much more costly than synthetic.

[David R.]

You're absolutely right. I have supposed that the 3 months delay was a waiting list but it may not be the case at all (sometime, with Mago's english, (wild) guess is your only option )

I saw your repair and it is really beautiful ! I hope my pot comes out as cool once fixed as your yuzamashi ! I will post pictures.

[TIM]

They were happy.... its all my fault

She is back! Back! BACK! Thanks To Mr. American Style, the miracle worker TJ from TeaChat!

[David R.]

All is well that ends well !

[Chip]

CAAAAAAAAATTTTTTT!!!!!!!

Hagi SO #1 Sea Cucumber Guinomi. The very first Hagi SO. There were only 10 in this run made. This is also the our first Hagi break. I think I turned whiter than a ghost, even though I knew it would happen sooner or later.

Anyway, cats 3 - Teaware 0 ... so to speak. This is the 3rd broken piece of teaware thanks to a cat.

I am considering a repair ... either in house and never use it again, or sending it out. Cash value is not that high, but it being the first Hagi SO, it has more sentimental value.

I keep telling myself it is only a cup, it is only a cup, it is only a cup ... has not worked yet.