This tea leaf-printed plate is handmade by Thuy. She begins by shaping the plate, then allows the clay to dry before carefully pressing tea leaves onto the surface. Once the leaves are removed, she refines the shape and applies the glaze. Every piece created by Thuy is meticulously crafted step by step, ensuring that no two items are the same, resulting in unique, one-of-a-kind creations that reflect her attention to detail and personal touch. Cracks and Ash Marks During Firing: Ash from the wood in the kiln is a special factor in traditional ceramics making. The wood ash can leave marks or create unique effects on the product. When the wood burns in the kiln, the ash and small particles rise into the hot air and may fall onto the product, creating ash spots on the surface. These marks can create a natural effect, but they may also be considered a flaw if you want a clean, uniform surface. However, in many cases, this is a characteristic feature that gives traditional ceramics their own "style," bringing natural beauty. Artistic Effects: If you love the natural beauty, we may choose to retain these ash marks as part of the design, creating ceramic products that bear the signature of the wood kiln firing process. However, when all these ash marks are cleaned, it may leave behind natural scratches, which is an unavoidable part of the handcrafted ceramic process. Measurement: L21 cm W20 cm H2 cm Care Instruction: While our products are dishwasher and microwave safe, we highly recommend hand-washing to maintain the delicate of products. Disclaimer: You will receive a similar product to the one shown on our website. However, all our food-safe items are meticulously handcrafted. Each piece is hand-painted by skilled artisans, so there may be slight differences in colour, shape, size, or weight. These variations are a natural part of handmade products, making each one-of-a-kind with no two exactly alike. Country of Origin: Phu Lang, Viet Nam.
