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Lacquer Jewelry
Ultra-light lacquer jewelry with a quiet metallic sheen
Horsehair Brush
Handmade brush with a lacquered handle for gentle dusting and blessings of good luck
Lacquer Paper
Handmade paper coated with natural lacquer, featuring a rich texture and a distinctive dark colour
Tableware
Traditional Chinese cup crafted using our signature lacquer technique, giving it the appearance of metal
BLOGS
Natural lacquer is a resinous sap secreted by lacquer trees, classified as a renewable natural resource. Similar to natural rubber, lacquer plays an essential role in both nature and human life due to its unique physical and chemical properties. Globally, trees capable of producing lacquer sap are primarily found in parts of Asia, North America and Central America, with China being one of the major native regions …
It is still early June, just the beginning of the lacquer-tapping season. Every household is busy with preparations before the work begins. I was fortunate enough to take part in the mountain-opening ritual, known as the first cut (fàng shuǐ). This involves a series of detailed tasks, such as sharpening the lacquer knife, hammering in lacquer nails, scraping the bark, and making the first incision to release the bitter water …
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The 6th Edition of Handmade Oxford, returns to Waterperry Gardens from Friday 12th June - Sunday 14th June 2026. Showcasing crafted creations from UK designer makers in all disciplines, we look forward to seeing you there!
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Now in its 19th year, HandmadeChelsea is one of the UK's longest-running craft shows and a highlightin the UK craft calendar ……
Craft, unmoored from its geographic anchor, becomes a site of translation between people in the tides of cultural convergence. Unanchored Crafting is delighted to collaborate with ……
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