Original Handmade & Natural Gourd | Tea Utensil, Tea Strainer | One Item, One Picture

Original Handmade & Plant Series Natural Gourd | Tea Strainer, Tea Ware | One Item, One Picture **With the original intention of plants, preserve the purity of tea.** **> Nature's Vessel · Handmade Tea Strainer** • Natural gourds from my hometown: Following natural growth patterns, preserving the texture and original aesthetic of the plant. • Meticulously handcrafted: **Cutting > Carving > Polishing > Drilling > Stringing** • Eco-friendly and biodegradable: More compatible with tea than metal strainers, without interference from metallic odors. • Becomes more lustrous with use: Gradually develops a patina with use, revealing a warm, amber glow. **Filtering away worldly complexities, leaving only the fragrance of tea.** In stock, one item available. Orders will be accepted for custom pieces once sold out. For custom orders, each naturally grown gourd will differ, making each one unique. (You can specify the color of the braided cord; please note it in your order or send a message.) **Each gourd is a unique creation of nature. May this small tea strainer accompany you in savoring all the moments worth cherishing slowly.** Natural gourd, strong and resilient, without any paint or wax treatment. As time passes with use, the color deepens, revealing an antique and artistic texture. **> Usage Scenarios** Tea ceremony ritual: Paired with rustic pottery teaware to create a Wabi-sabi tea setting. Cultural space: Placed on a desk as a brush rest, harmonizing the aroma of tea with the essence of ink. **> Care Instructions** Caring for a vessel is a practice in time. Every gentle touch will transform this natural gourd tea strainer into a unique and vibrant focal point on your tea mat. 1. Clean promptly: After each use, please promptly discard tea leaves, rinse the inside and outside with clean water, and avoid deep tea stains. 2. Dry promptly: The key to care is moisture prevention. After rinsing, be sure to thoroughly dry with a soft, dry cloth or paper towel, especially the moisture within the holes. 3. Ventilate frequently: Place in a ventilated area of the tea table to air dry completely. Do not store in a sealed box before it is completely dry, to prevent mold growth. 4. Rub often: In your leisure time, you can gently play with and rub it with clean hands or a soft cloth. Over time, the gourd will develop a natural patina like jade or honey, with a captivating luster.