"The Value of Manufacturing"
01
" Not perfect"
Even though we make them carefully, they may chip a little during processing due to the pull of the wood fibers. So does that make them defective? Don't we have to make them thoroughly and carefully so that they don't chip? That's the question. But it's a matter of how much time and effort we put into them, and while kikka is quite expensive, there is a dilemma: if we put in an inordinate amount of time and effort into making them, they would be even more expensive. So even though they are expensive, please just accept that they are not "perfect".
02
"What it means to be a tree"
At kikka, we do not glue all the parts together. We make fine adjustments to ensure that the pieces fit together perfectly, but some pieces may become loose or hard due to the effects of humidity. This is something that can be predicted since it is made of wood, but it cannot be prevented because the region and interior space in which it will be displayed varies greatly. However, because it is made of wood, if it hardens, you can grind it down a bit to make it fit, and if it becomes loose, you can wet it with water to expand it and make it just right. So these are not defects or anything, and we would be happy if you could use it like a tool, making small adjustments as you go along.
03
"Handmade Fluctuations"
Our products are not uniform and beautiful, but are finely tuned by hand. There are various opinions on this, such as whether it is sloppy or roughly made, but kikka believes in the value of not being uniform. Just as flowers in nature are different, even if they are the same, handmade products are not uniform, and each one is different, just like natural flowers. We make our products with this in mind. Products that are made to be rigid and beautiful are nice, but kikka is not like that. Therefore, please be aware that if you are concerned about such things, this may not be a good fit for you.
"The natural color of wood"
All of the pieces are made from the natural color of the wood, so you can feel the natural changes that occur over time.
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The magnolia wood used for the leaves comes in a wide variety of colors, and the pine wood used for the base of the tulips and sunflowers may have red areas, knots, or black streaks caused by oil. Other tree species also have their own characteristics, which are sometimes called defects. However, the grain and expression are unavoidable when dealing with natural wood. I hope people will take an open-minded approach to the characteristics of wood, rather than viewing them as defects, and think, "I guess that's just how it is."
Just as wood comes in a variety of colors, it also changes over time. At the same time, over time the wood loses its oil content, making it look a little pale and losing its luster.
For this reason, I recommend applying oil to the wood, as this gives it a glossy finish and adds depth to the color.
As the flower ages, you may be able to see a different look by applying oil or beeswax to just the flower part.
