How We Craft Our Lacquer Bracelets

Making a lacquer bracelet is a slow, mindful process. Every piece is handmade from start to finish — no shortcuts, no machines, just time, tradition, and heart.

1. Harvesting Natural Lacquer (3–4 weeks during the season)

We gently tap lacquer sap from the Toxicodendron vernicifluum tree — drop by drop. This slow, sustainable method does not harm the tree, allowing it to continue growing for decades.
The raw lacquer is a gift from nature, used for centuries in traditional crafts.

2. Refining the Lacquer (7–10 days)

The fresh sap is filtered, stirred, and aged to become strong and stable.
Once cured, this natural lacquer becomes waterproof, bug-resistant, and can last for thousands of years — many ancient lacquerware pieces are still perfectly preserved today.

3. Shaping the Base (1–2 days)

We carve the bracelet core by hand using wood or natural materials. This inner base ("胎") gives each bracelet its structure and feel.

4. Applying the Lacquer Layers (4–6 weeks)

Thin layers of lacquer are brushed onto the surface. Each coat must be even and smooth.
The more layers applied, the deeper and richer the final color.

5. Natural Curing (1–2 days per layer)

After each coat, the bracelet is placed in a warm, humid space to cure naturally.
This step is essential — no shortcuts, just patience.

6. Sanding & Repeating (Total of 20–30 rounds)

Once dry, every layer is hand-sanded before the next coat.
This repeated process creates a smooth surface and strong body.

7. Decoration & Inlay (2–5 days)

We add mother-of-pearl, opal，gold leaf, or hand-painted motifs by hand. No two bracelets are the same — each one tells its own story.

8. Final Polishing (1–2 days)

After all layers and decoration are complete, the bracelet is carefully polished to bring out its shine and depth.

9. Assembly & Finishing (1 day)

The bracelet is strung, checked, and cleaned.
Each piece is one of a kind — crafted with soul, sealed with heritage.