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Kuksa Wooden Mug Crafting Kit
Kuksa Wooden Mug Crafting Kit
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What Is a Kuksa?
A Kuksa is a traditional wooden mug that originated in Northern Europe. Each one is painstakingly handcrafted to convey well-wishes for the recipient’s happiness, and local folklore holds that receiving a Kuksa brings good fortune.
Semi-Processed Katsura Wood Base for Easy Carving
The trickiest task in creating a Kuksa—hollowing out the interior—has already been taken care of, so all that’s left is shaping the handle to your liking. Use the included woodcarving chisels or a knife to craft your own unique style. We’ve selected the most practical chisels specifically for Kuksa carving. You can preserve the rustic beauty of the carving marks or sand them down for a smooth finish. Let your creativity shine and produce a one-of-a-kind Kuksa that truly embodies your personal touch.
Kit Contents
- Wood Pieces
- Kuksa Base (Katsura wood)
- Square Plate (Walnut wood)
- Spoon (Kiso Hinoki cypress)
- Woodcarving Chisels
- Gouge 9 mm (High-speed steel, two-layer steel)
- Shallow Gouge Short Bent 12 mm (High-speed steel, two-layer steel)
- Very Shallow Gouge 18 mm (High-speed steel, two-layer steel)
- Additional Chisel: 9 mm blade width, 35 mm blade length (High-speed steel, three-layer steel)
- Chisel Case
- Protective Blade Caps (one for each chisel)
- Waterproof Sandpaper (#150, #240, #400)
- Illustrated Instructions
Challenge yourself to craft a genuine Kuksa steeped in Nordic tradition. Whether for yourself or as a heartfelt gift, this kit offers a rewarding hands-on experience—one that invites you to explore the timeless art of woodcarving and create a piece that’s truly and uniquely yours.
Option: "Quick Edge Restorer" ( +¥1,000 (about USD 6.5) )
The "Quick Edge Restorer" is a user-friendly sharpening tool designed to effortlessly restore the sharpness of your chisels. The included sharpening cloth requires no additional abrasive; it's ready to use as is. The custom wooden plate is optimally shaped for polishing both the front and back of the blade. Unlike traditional whetstones, no advanced skills are needed; you can easily revive your blade's edge. It's an ideal item for daily maintenance and care before and after carving tasks.
