Patience and a good eye are required when mixing — and a toothpick can be used as the glue application tool. The first task is to put the ceramic in hot, distilled water — about 60 degrees Celsius — because this warms up the old glue so that it softens and becomes easier to remove. You must then carefully pull the broken pieces apart and strip off the old glue. Enjoy kintsugiThe Japanese art of ‘kintsugi’ (pronounced ‘kindsugee’) involves a broken old pot, plate or cup being transformed into a work of art. But YouTube channels such as Traditional Kintsugi Tutorial provide an enjoyable way to learn more about celebrating broken old pots.

Source: Daily Mail September 19, 2023 22:04 UTC