Commission a Kintsugi Repair

I offer traditional and non-traditional Kintsugi repairs for ceramic objects of all kinds, whether it’s an heirloom, a favorite dish, or a piece of ceramic art you want to bring back to life.

Every commission is approached with attention to detail and respect for what the piece represents. If you’re interested in restoring a broken object or creating something new, I’d be happy to discuss your project.

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“Jane opened the wrapping last night on our 50th anniversary. She very much appreciated the work, the object of the work, and the sentiment. Thank you.”

– Paul, vase repair

Close-up of a ceramic bowl with a crack repaired with traditional kintsugi adorned with gold.
Close-up of a blue and gold decorative vase with Greek key pattern, resting on a dark wooden surface. There are breaks repaired with traditional kintsugi around the lip of the vase.

Traditional Kintsugi

I offer traditional Kintsugi repairs using natural lacquer and powdered metals. This process follows time-honored methods and results in a food-safe repair once fully cured.

Key considerations:

  • Hand wash only with mild detergent

  • Not microwave or dishwasher safe

  • Should not be exposed to extreme heat (i.e. Oven temps)

  • Timeline: approximately 3+ months depending on humidity/season

  • Available finishes: gold, silver, black lacquer, red lacquer

  • Pricing note: Traditional gold repair is the most premium option. Quotes are calculated based on the length of break lines and surface area of missing sections.

The process is the same for all repairs. Learn more about how it works.

Close-up of a ceramic sake vase pictures looking down the circular opening, showing cracks and a dark interior.
Close-up of a ceramic bowl with a repaired silver crack running through the interior blue glazing against a black background.
Broken ceramic bowl with chipped edges, placed on a reflective black surface.
A ceramic bowl with visible cracks and a crackle glaze pattern, set against a black background.

Prep

Repair

A ceramic bowl with a light glaze, featuring visible gold cracks known as kintsugi, set against a black background.

Adorn

Google Review

“I broke my favorite mug, a gift with numerous memories. I reached out to Kira whose expert repair using the Japanese mending method, Kintsugi has transformed the object into something new and unique, a celebration of its history. Kira has an attention to detail and craft that are truly impressive and I highly recommend her services.”

A ceramic mug with earthy tones and a crack with gold filling, featuring a textured and glazed surface, placed against a black background.
A dark, cracked ceramic vase with a sprig of white flowers and green leaves, placed on a wooden surface against a gray background.

Non-Traditional Kintsugi Repair

I also offer non-traditional Kintsugi repairs using modern materials like epoxy and metal leaf. This approach is ideal for decorative objects or pieces that don’t need food safety.

Key considerations:

  • Not food-safe

  • For display purposes

  • Timeline: approximately 1 month (often sooner)

  • Available finishes: gold, silver (other metal leaf options available on request)

  • Pricing note: Non-traditional silver repair is the most budget-friendly option. Quotes are calculated based on the length of break lines and surface area of missing sections.

The process is the same for all repairs. Learn more about how it works.

A hand with gold paint dripped on it holding a white ceramic object with gold veining.
Two ceramic vases with a crackle finish resting on a rustic wooden surface, with a piece of driftwood in front, against a dark background.

How Commissions Work

No matter which repair method you choose, the process follows the same steps:

  1. Inquiry with photos and general measurements of the piece

  2. Preliminary quote & timeline

  3. Approval → delivery of object (shipping or in-person in London)

  4. Final quote after in-person inspection

  5. 50% deposit

  6. Repair work begins

  7. Completion and return

I primarily communicate by email. I’ll send photos of the finished repair unless you’d like progress updates along the way.

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