Original handicraft designs

KVADRATOVE
The collection of jewelry and decorative objects was inspired by both nature , and life in the big city. Contrasting materials such as concrete, metal and live plants create cohesive, modern forms.
KOKEDAMA
Kokedama is the art of growing plants without a pot. The roots are surrounded by a mixture of soil, formed into a ball, and then wrapped in moss. In my case, it combines the traditional Japanese technique with the raw character of concrete and brass accessories.
SHAPES
Shapes is simple jewelry, handmade from different types of metals, inspired by silhouettes of plants and animals. The collection reflects a fascination with nature: its complexity and yet simple beauty.
CANDLES
Handmade candles made of natural beeswax, in concrete vessels, displayed on specially prepared bases made of brass , stone or oak veneered plywood.
KUSAMONO
Kusamono is the Japanese art of creating plant compositions from herbaceous plants, planted in small, carefully selected vessels. It can be a stand-alone decoration or complement bonsai.
OTHER
A collection of other works that do not fit into the main collections. It is a variety of forms and materials with diverse sources of inspiration, often created in non-obvious handicraft techniques.
MATERIALS

Reindeer weevil
Although commonly referred to as moss, hornwort is a lichen - a symbiosis of fungus and algae. In the wild, it provides food for reindeer, hence its name.
The hornwort, which I use in my original craft projects, comes from Scandinavian countries. It is dyed and stabilized (that is, immersed in a glycerine solution), so it retains the appearance and softness of a living plant for many years. It also reacts to air humidity, It also reacts to air humidity, and can even be an indicator of it - when it is too low, it becomes hard and dry to the touch.
Architectural concrete
In my work I use a concrete called architectural concrete. It is a high-quality mixture with very fine aggregate, additionally reinforced with fiberglass, which increases its strength and minimizes the risk of cracks in the finished pieces. Its consistency makes it possible to cast precise details, and vessels made of architectural concrete can have very thin walls. I happened to make pieces with a diameter of only about 5 mm. Concrete can be colored with a special mineral dye - I use black and white, which allows to obtain various shades of gray from light, almost white to dark graphite.


Metals
I mainly use colored metals for my jewelry - brass, alpaca (a not-so-popular type of brass with a warm silver tone), and sometimes copper. I also sometimes turn to silver when I'm fulfilling a custom order or I care about a soft metal.
More and more often I use alpaca in my work, which I appreciate for its durability and resistance. It works great for flat molds - it allows you to get a thin, yet durable surface.
Wax
For the candles I use only natural beeswax - an ecological and renewable material with exceptional properties. It burns cleanly, ionizes and purifies the air, and gives a warm, soft light. The candles are biodegradable, free of toxins and artificial additives, and burn longer than those made of paraffin or soy wax, enjoying the natural honey scent.

Plants
For kokedama and kusamono I choose plants with a shallow root system - they are the basis of these decorative compositions. In kokedama I often use asparagus, monstera or ivy, and in kusamono I reach for plants such as ferns, rockery or small succulents. I also create customized compositions - tailored to the place and occasion.
Visit me at the studio
On a daily basis, you can meet me in an atmospheric studio in Mokotow. There you will find author's handicraft projects, which I do not show in the online store - jewelry in single copies, clocks with unusual coloring or unique decorative forms. This is also the only place where you can buy kusamono - it is not available online.
I'll be happy to tell you about individual items, techniques for making them or caring for plant compositions. See you there!
PS Sometimes I'm carried around the city - if you want to be sure I'll be at the studio, call in advance.

Workshop
Address: Belgian 6, Warsaw
Contact
Joanna Komorowska
joanna@komorowska.com
+48 605 158 111






