Introduction
Use this guide to help fix your broken pottery using the Kintsugi technique. Kintsugi is a unique method of repairing ceramics by applying gold powder to adhere the broken pieces.
Before you begin, make sure to have all you material set out and a clear surface to work on. Make sure to be careful when using the epoxy because it can become sticky.
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Combine the resin and the hardener in a container creating the epoxy.
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Add 3 drops of each (resin and hardener).
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Use a craft stick to add the gold powder (Mica Powder) into the combination of resin and hardener.
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Use a pinch of the Mica Powder.
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Stir the combination (epoxy and Mica Powder) with a tooth pick.
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Make sure to not leave the combination (epoxy and Mica Powder) too long without stirring because it will begin to harden.
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Apply the combination (epoxy and Mica Powder) on one piece of the pottery.
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Make sure one of the broken pieces is fully covered with the combination before placing the pieces together.
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