UMITEASETS - Tea Pets - Yixing Clay Piggy Tea Pet - Purple Clay Tea Pet

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You’ll want to feed your pet with the same type of tea so that your pet consistently has the same scent and color. And voila! That’s all there is to it. Much more low maintenance than a real pet—or even a plant. They crafted these whimsical characters from spare clay, not just to amuse themselves but also to bring joy to their clients. It’s like these clay buddies have been spreading smiles for centuries! Tea Pet Before After The principle behind the "pee-pee boy" is thermal expansion of air. It is designed to be hollow with only one tiny opening, so that water can flow into the "pee-pee boy" at a slow pace, and will not drip out until sufficiently hot water is poured on its head. When hot water is poured over its head, the air in the "pee-pee boy" expands, resulting in the water being squeezed out through the tiny opening. Experimental and simulation results based on thermodynamics and fluid mechanics principles have verified the capability of such device to measure temperature. [3]

Chinese use twelve animals to mark the years. It’s called twelve zodiacs; people also use it to introduce their birth year. (You can see what zodiac you belong here.) Most of the time, the animal tea pet on the tea tray is the same as the host’s zodiac. Each animal symbolizes:While it is called a tea pet the designs can be human, symbols of vegetation, or mythical. Some of the more popular designs and their meaning are: Over time, the color of the clay will change, and a pleasant aroma from the absorbed teas will develop. Observing Changes: Part of the gongfu is a tea pet. It may seem like a minimalistic part of the tea set but it’s a very big and fun part to those who raise a toast to our tea pets. When you run into someone who has a tea pet then you know you have found yourself another tea lover. History of the tea pet

Handle them with care. Tea pets are delicate creatures, so handle them gently. Don’t drop them or put them under any undue stress.Some tea enthusiasts believe that the tea pet “develops a soul” over time through this attentive care and the absorbed tea. The semi-glossy finish is seen as a sign of this connection. While the history of tea is extensively documented, we are surprised that there’s so little known about the history of tea pets. There’s only one significant mention of these figures in historical records. In a work from the Ming Dynasty “Yangxian Famous Pottery Records”, there’s a mention of a Yixing clay artist, who makes clay tea pets. It was Chen Zhongmei from the Wanli period in the Ming Dynasty. It’s not certain whether these sculptures actually functioned as tea pets. Given this, most historians assume that tea pet making originated from the Ming Dynasty (1368 – 1644). However, no work from this period survived. Feed them tea. Yes, you read that correctly – your tea pet needs to be fed tea! This helps them stay hydrated and also gives them the nutrients they need to stay healthy.

The principals of Feng Shui use energy, otherwise known as Qi (like in cha qi). It is how we utilize this energy (contained in our bodies, nature, and objects), which will influence our overall well-being. In recent times, the feature of thermal expansion resulting in the propulsion of water has been utilized in other forms of tea pet, such as to create water-breathing dragons or water-spraying tortoises. [ citation needed] In popular culture [ edit ] Another Chinese zodiac sign. The monkey represents curiosity, wit, and intelligence. Most commonly, we see this tea pet in the form of The Three Wise Monkeys: see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil. While the image of The Three Wise Monkeys originated in Japan, it is based on Confucian teachings, which are deeply tied into Chinese culture. Tea pets you’ll find today are similar to the ones of ancient times. They are often modeled to portray famous Chinese characters, zodiac signs or legendary animals. Some tea pets also have special features or different effects that will appear as the water runs over them. Currently, the most popular tea pets feature an ability that allows you to judge when the water is hot enough to make tea. If your tea pet features a small hole, it’s likely that it also has this feature. Make sure you do your research to understand when the water is the perfect tea temperature.Despite the longevity of Yixing as a production centre for tea products and accessories, little was written on the development of tea pets in Chinese history, with few literary sources detailing their use and production. Literally, Feng Shui means “wind-water.” It is a practice that aims to connect people with their natural surroundings, harmonizing the body and soul. During the gongfu tea ceremony, we constantly nourish our pets by pouring leftover tea over them. This can be the hot water we used to warm up the teaware, the water used to rinse the tea leaves, or any leftover steeped tea. Once you have procured your perfect pet—I’ve got my eyes on the cute pig tea pet—you are ready to start using it! Proceed with your usual tea ritual and once you’re enjoying your cup, you can fetch your tea pet. I think it would be nice to name your little guy, but this is not necessary.