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History of Chinese Brocade(Zhijin): The Pinnacle of Silk Culture
Brocade, or zhijin, refers to a type of fabric woven with dyed colored warp and weft threads to create patterns using jacquard weaving techniques. Brocade is usually made on a draw loom and is know...
Beijing Juanren(绢人): China’s Millennia-Old Handicraft “Barbie Dolls” Amaze the World
Beijing Juanren(绢人) is a unique traditional folk art from Beijing, crafted mainly from silk to create lifelike human figures. With a history spanning over a thousand years, these silk dolls are oft...
Lixia(立夏): Embracing the Radiance of Summer’s Dawn
As the last whispers of spring fade, Lixia (立夏), the 7th solar term in the Chinese lunar calendar, arrives around May 5th–6th to herald the beginning of summer. Rooted in agrarian traditions, Lixia...
Mother’s Day Origins & Best Chinese-Inspired Gift Handbags for 2025
Mother’s Day is more than a holiday—it’s a celebration of love, sacrifice, and cultural heritage. Did you know its origins trace back to ancient Chinese symbolism of family bonds?
This year, honor ...
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