【One of a Kind】Hand-Carved Sea Drift Wood Tea Scoop / Delicate Rippling Fish Roe Carving / Tea Ceremony Tea Spoon / Zen Tea Ware Gift

【Cultivated in the Mind, Skillfully Carved with Zen Intent. The Aesthetic of the Tea Ceremony, Measured and Balanced】 A "Ze" (則): Signifies measure, standard, and degree. As the saying goes, "Without rules, one cannot form squares or circles." The interaction between noble individuals is as light as water, yet it also speaks of measured progress and careful consideration from beginning to end. The tea scoop, as one of the six essential implements in the tea ceremony, is not only a practical vessel for daily tea enjoyment but also a treasured piece of art worthy of contemplative appreciation on one's desk. When enjoying tea, a tea scoop is used to measure and transfer dry tea leaves from the caddy. Before the leaves are placed into the teapot, they are gently handled on the tea scoop, allowing guests to admire their form and inhale their fragrance. Grabbing tea leaves directly with one's hands during brewing is neither elegant nor hygienic, potentially contaminating the tea. Therefore, a well-crafted tea scoop is an indispensable tea ware, representing respect for the art of tea and embodying the principles of the tea ceremony. Fish Bowl meticulously selects each piece of wood, considering the grain, form, color, texture of the sea-drift wood, and the natural flow of branches. The design follows the natural shape, infused with rustic ingenuity. We refine and select, preserving the wood's natural growth patterns shaped by the elements and the weathered marks of time. This piece uniquely features a "__warm hollow carved from the solid wood__" and a "__delicate carving of a rippling fish roe motif__" upon it, with dynamic lines, as if fish are swimming amidst the ripples of the wood grain. This transforms the tea brewing process from a mere physical and spiritual Zen practice into an embodiment of a refined, ancient lifestyle in the present moment. Selected natural, legally sourced Taiwanese sea-drift hardwood, with a stable and solid texture. The surface is finished with natural beeswax, which delicately protects the wood while showcasing its warmest, most inviting natural color. The warmth of handmade items possesses infinite plasticity and customization capabilities. If you cannot find the most captivating piece in our collection, please feel free to contact us to arrange a commission. We also sincerely welcome you to provide your own cherished designs or materials, allowing our designers to craft a bespoke piece of art for you. * 【Fish Bowl's Commitment to Material Selection】 The market offers an abundance of wood types, yet Fish Bowl consistently adheres to the following principles in material selection for its creations: Color and Grain: We do not select materials that are perfectly flawless, plain, and unremarkable. Wood lacking in grain variation can appear somewhat dull; the growth rings, water stains, and knots that have weathered storms and rains are nature's most beautiful brushstrokes. Legality and Environmental Friendliness: For locally sourced Taiwanese wood, Fish Bowl insists on using legally collected driftwood. For imported wood, we strictly select non-toxic materials. Cherishing forests and coexisting with nature are the sincere brand philosophy of Fish Bowl. Texture and Legacy: High-quality hardwood can endure for hundreds of years without deterioration. Although a tea scoop is a small, personal item, we remain committed to selecting superior materials to accompany you through many years of fragrant tea. • 【Unique and Irreplaceable】: Because each piece of wood is a solitary creation of nature, every work by Fish Bowl is the world's only; we never replicate identical pieces. * 【Product Information】 • Name: Tea Scoop / Tea Spoon • Origin: Taiwan • Wood Material: Sea Drift Wood (Hardwood) • Craftsmanship: Hand-carved • Finish: Natural Beeswax • Features: Hollow carved from original wood, delicate rippling fish roe motif / Custom orders accepted • Dimensions: Length 17.8 cm, Width 4.7 cm, Height (hollow depth) 1.6 cm (These are the maximum manual measurements, slight errors are unavoidable) • Shelf Life: Over 10 years under normal usage. • Packaging: Eco-friendly paper box packaging (Gift box packaging is not provided). • 🌲 Natural Wood Description: Wood is a natural resource, and natural imperfections are unavoidable. The artwork may feature natural phenomena such as wood knots, cracks (carefully repaired by artisans before shipping), water stains, and uneven growth rings. The aforementioned conditions are part of the beauty of natural creation and do not affect the normal use of the product. * 【Maintenance Instructions】 • Please avoid prolonged soaking of the carved wooden tea scoop in water, drying near heat sources, forceful bending, or heavy pressure, to prevent damage to the wood. • Daily maintenance is very simple. You can lightly wipe the body and hollow with a small amount of natural beeswax, wood wax, or baby oil to maintain the wood's smoothness and warm color. * 【Workflow】 • Design Submission Welcome: Buyers are welcome to submit their preferred designs or cherished materials for custom order consultations. • Customization Consultation: Please communicate with the designer via message to select from various original woods and stones. Shapes can only be approximated, not identical. If you have specific shape requirements, a separate quote will be provided. • Customization Fees: Custom orders are generally included in the price, unless the complexity of the design is exceptional, in which case an additional quote may be required. • Artwork Proofing: The designer will refine and proof the artwork and present it for review via message. • Production Lead Time: For available materials, the process takes approximately 2-7 working days. For materials not in stock, it takes approximately 7-14 working days. • Message Attention: Communication via message may be required during the production period, so please monitor your messages. If there is no reply within two days, the designer will temporarily halt production, and the overall lead time will be extended. • Final Proofreading: Once the carving begins, it is irreversible. Only minor adjustments can be made during the final finishing touches. Therefore, active and timely communication is key to a perfect piece. * 【Customization and Service Rights Explanation】 (Please read carefully; placing an order signifies your complete agreement with the following terms) To ensure a pleasant shopping and creative experience for both parties, please ensure you read the following information before placing your order. Those who are overly particular about perfection should carefully consider before ordering: 1. Designer Communication Mechanism and Timeliness Our original intention is to create an elegant and high-quality living experience. If any questions arise during the production or delivery process, please communicate with the designer immediately. Fish Bowl values every customer, and we will actively address any issues without shirking responsibility. • Communication Timeliness: During the design and proofing stages, please maintain good communication with the designer. If there is no reply within two days of sending a message, the designer will temporarily pause the production progress, which will directly affect the shipping time. 2. Regarding Color Differences and Handcraft Marks • We have made every effort to maintain the true color of the product in our product photos. However, due to lighting conditions in the shooting environment and differences in display technologies across brands, there may be slight color variations between the finished product and the photos. • Handmade works (especially those involving wood, natural stones, and hand-blown glass) will inevitably bear subtle crafting marks, natural textures, original marks from the material, mineral skin, or mineral inclusions. Wood cracks will be repaired by artisans, and mineral inclusions will be left as they are. Although we strive to maintain completeness, subtle knife marks left during the crafting process and original material marks are unavoidable. This is the very soul of handmade creation and does not constitute a defect. 3. Order and Customization Rules • Product Body: This product page only sells the main body of the finished tea scoop. It does not include any photographic props, tea leaves, teapots, or background ornaments shown in the photos. • Customization Rights: By ordering a customized product, you acknowledge and respect the designer's creative vision and craftsmanship principles. Once the order is placed and confirmed to enter the production process, we regret that we cannot cancel orders, nor do we accept returns, exchanges, or refunds. 4. Copyright and Work Display Statement • The original design, visual presentation, and intellectual property rights of this product belong to Fish Bowl. Any commercial use (such as mold-making, imitation, or unauthorized resale) is strictly prohibited. • For all customized styles created for customers, the designer reserves the right to display them in this Pinkoi Design Museum as part of their portfolio and exhibition. If you have specific privacy concerns regarding public display, please inform the designer clearly at the time of ordering.