27-11-2020 02:54 AM
27-11-2020 02:54 AM
I really cannot remember what made me think of this idea. I am sure I will remember at some stage. It was simply just some thoughts I was having. For many years, I have fixed broken things. China and ceramics mainly. It was on the odd occassion, and not really looking for something to fix, it just came along, it was broken and I really wanted to fix it. I have fixed some electricals too, nothing that needs rewiring at all. I never asked any money for it, I just did it.
I am very patient, I like to stick with something and find a solution to the problem/s, I do not give up too easily and I actually enjoy it alot. This is in regards to mending broken items/ electricals I am talking about.
I (think) I was just sitting having some time out and thinking about things. It was quite sudden that this idea started forming in my head. It was a strange experience, it was just kind of flowing, so I went with it.
I decided to put a note up in a local group I am on. I put my idea out there to see if there would be any interest in it?
I certainly was not ready for what came back! I had 39 people comment! It was insane. I had never had that before. I was quite overwhelmed with the response. I was thinking maybe one or two comments perhaps, but I got 39! I was so very much supported with the idea from everyone and everyone was so positive about it. I live in a small regional town and it certainly means a lot when you have the locals support you in a venture.
Anyway, moving along, it happened all so fast. Next thing I know, that night I am creating a place for the locals to go to, to come and see me regarding my idea.
I think right about now is the time I should tell you about my idea. I had the idea that I was going to start mending things. Broken items, small electricals and so on. This is the idea I put out in the group I am in. I do mainly focus on materials though, such as china and ceramics. I will do glass as well. It is my main focus I should say. A couple of months ago, I came across a book called Kintsugi. I actually want to buy it because I was enjoying reading it.
Kintsugi is the Japanese art that teaches that broken objects are not something to hide, but to display with pride.
It is an actualy art form that repairs broken objects, and then infuses the broken reapired parts with gold. (Not real gold)
Items that have been broken and are sentimental do not have to be thrown out and are most of time able to be mended.
27-11-2020 03:02 AM
27-11-2020 03:02 AM
How exciting @Powderfinger go you!!!!!
From little things big things grow ❣️
Waiting on pictures to open. I just want to say I'm proud of you for taking the leap of faith. X
27-11-2020 08:07 AM
27-11-2020 08:07 AM
Hi, thank you 🙂 Thanks for pointing out the leap.of faith. I didnt even think.of it. I need to be careful I do not self sabotage. Working on it. I'm.not always aware I'm being very hard on myself. I am aware of my self talk to myself. Trying to change that.
I'm also changing the people I have around me at times. Not always do they make me feel good, so I barely see them. I don't need people that are really negative towards me and dismiss things I say when trying to have a conversation in general. I know it's not about me, it's about them. So, I leave them to it.
Trusting my gut more. It always is right.
Now and then I'm thinking, what have I done? I'm thinking the photos will come through at some point.
Thank you for the hugs too. Xxoo
27-11-2020 08:25 AM
27-11-2020 08:25 AM
@Powderfinger That is so exciting.
I have always loved kintsugi art. Mosaic type maybe, not sure. I did try a mosaic last year. I enjoyed the process, but I need to work on it. It’s not as easy as it looks. Like everything I guess.
It sounds like you are reaching out to many others who are struggling. Who knows where to from here.
Briliant idea. Can’t see pics yet, but I’ll come back later.
All the very best. Thanks for sharing. ❣️❣️
@Anastasia 💕💕
27-11-2020 11:09 AM - edited 24-12-2020 08:39 AM
27-11-2020 11:09 AM - edited 24-12-2020 08:39 AM
That's fantastic, Powderfinger! I'm so glad for you! You might like to check out The Bower in Sydney: https://bower.org.au/ - you may be able to pinch ideas. 🙂
27-11-2020 11:20 AM
27-11-2020 11:20 AM
Thank you. Yes, all art is a work in progress. I've reached out yes. I'm looking forward to just working on the chairs only. I need to spend time by myself processing things. I haven't had that yet.
Thank you for your support. I'll get onto a team member about the pics.
27-11-2020 11:21 AM
27-11-2020 11:21 AM
27-11-2020 11:23 AM
27-11-2020 11:23 AM
Thank you for your support and being happy for me. I checked out Bower briefly. I absolutely love it. Thank you!!!!
27-11-2020 05:51 PM
27-11-2020 05:51 PM
I can see pics now @Powderfinger .
27-11-2020 07:50 PM
27-11-2020 07:50 PM
That's good. I've finished the job and customer has picked up. I'm feeling a bit low. I'll post some pics of the finished job later. X
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