In the past, everything was made by hand. The objects that were made did not have the precision and regularity of machine-made things. In turn, however, the objects had spirit.
Even today, "made by hand" carries a certain attraction. We associate this phrase with quality, care, and artistry. When we have objects like this, we feel a personal affinity with them: someone made it with great attention, and we cherish it with attention.
— Deng Ming-Dao, Everyday Tao