#16 Large Imperfection Vessel Web Specials The resulting imperfections and irregularities

The resulting imperfections and irregularities in the weave are evidence of the hands that made them

As a child

this Bread & Butter Plate was created exclusively for Alice Waters' iconic Chez Panisse restaurant in 2006

Expert tip: Rose Sugar is perfect for sweetening coffee and hot or iced tea

Activated charcoal draws out oils from the skin

#16 Large Imperfection Vessel Web Specials The resulting imperfections and irregularitiesThis year Akio set out to create new expressions through the beauty of imperfection. Drawing inspiration from Kakuzo Okakura, Akio says, "Okakura notes that imperfect objects invite us to use our imaginationsto 'complete' them in our minds eye. His ideas inspired me to think beyond symmetry and explore imbalance, which gave way to Imperfect Vessels. I hope youll enjoy it and let your imagination run wild!" This piece features his signature Pleated