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2.2 Essential Tools for Making Ronghua

2.2 Essential Tools for Making Ronghua

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of specialized tools used in Ronghua (Velvet Flower) making, including dedicated scissors for cutting, tapering, and shaping velvet, as well as essential auxiliary tools...

2.2 Essential Tools for Making Ronghua

This guide provides a comprehensive overview of specialized tools used in Ronghua (Velvet Flower) making, including dedicated scissors for cutting, tapering, and shaping velvet, as well as essential auxiliary tools...

2.1 Essential Materials for Making Ronghua

2.1 Essential Materials for Making Ronghua

This section details the core materials for making Ronghua, focusing on two main categories: silk threads (like raw/degummed silk, Suzhou, and Hunan embroidery threads) for the floral forms, and metal...

2.1 Essential Materials for Making Ronghua

This section details the core materials for making Ronghua, focusing on two main categories: silk threads (like raw/degummed silk, Suzhou, and Hunan embroidery threads) for the floral forms, and metal...

1.6 The Schools of Ronghua

1.6 The Schools of Ronghua

Ronghua is categorized into Southern and Northern schools, differing in color, form, and procedural terminology. Southern styles emphasize lifelike shapes and varied colors, while Northern styles favor bold reds and...

1.6 The Schools of Ronghua

Ronghua is categorized into Southern and Northern schools, differing in color, form, and procedural terminology. Southern styles emphasize lifelike shapes and varied colors, while Northern styles favor bold reds and...

1.5 A Spark of Hope — The Contemporary Inheritance and Innovation of Ronghua

1.5 A Spark of Hope — The Contemporary Inherit...

Fueled by traditional culture's revival and social media, Ronghua has gained popularity among young artisans since 2018. Innovations like wire inlay styles have expanded its possibilities, building upon the dedication...

1.5 A Spark of Hope — The Contemporary Inherit...

Fueled by traditional culture's revival and social media, Ronghua has gained popularity among young artisans since 2018. Innovations like wire inlay styles have expanded its possibilities, building upon the dedication...

1.4 Decline and Withering – The Dilemma of Ronghua Development

1.4 Decline and Withering – The Dilemma of Ron...

In the 1990s, Ronghua production declined dramatically due to economic reforms and shifting aesthetics, pushing the craft to the brink of extinction. A revival began when key regional styles, such...

1.4 Decline and Withering – The Dilemma of Ron...

In the 1990s, Ronghua production declined dramatically due to economic reforms and shifting aesthetics, pushing the craft to the brink of extinction. A revival began when key regional styles, such...

1.3 Flourishing Development – The Heyday of Ronghua

1.3 Flourishing Development – The Heyday of Ro...

Ronghua production peaked during the Qing dynasty, becoming a favored ornament among Manchu nobility and commoners alike, with dedicated imperial workshops elevating its craftsmanship. It remained popular into the Republican...

1.3 Flourishing Development – The Heyday of Ro...

Ronghua production peaked during the Qing dynasty, becoming a favored ornament among Manchu nobility and commoners alike, with dedicated imperial workshops elevating its craftsmanship. It remained popular into the Republican...

Detailed explanation of Mulberry Silk Threads

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  • How to Fix Common Ronghua(Velvet Flower) Silk Problems: Curling, Cool Feel & Clumping

    How to Fix Common Ronghua(Velvet Flower) Silk P...

    Struggling with silk thread curling, clumping, or wondering why it feels cool? This guide explains the science behind these common issues in Ronghua(velvet flower) art and provides simple, step-by-step solutions...

    How to Fix Common Ronghua(Velvet Flower) Silk P...

    Struggling with silk thread curling, clumping, or wondering why it feels cool? This guide explains the science behind these common issues in Ronghua(velvet flower) art and provides simple, step-by-step solutions...

  • How to identify if the thread is natural mulberry silk thread? - Fullflowers

    How to identify if the thread is natural mulber...

    Because the price of natural mulberry silk thread is very expensive, some merchants will sell imitation synthetic silk thread as natural mulberry silk thread. If you are not sure whether...

    How to identify if the thread is natural mulber...

    Because the price of natural mulberry silk thread is very expensive, some merchants will sell imitation synthetic silk thread as natural mulberry silk thread. If you are not sure whether...

  • How to organize if Suzhou Embroidery Thick Untwisted Mulberry Silk Thread disperses? - Fullflowers

    How to organize if Suzhou Embroidery Thick Untw...

    Compared with ordinary embroidery thread, the twist of Suzhou Embroidery Thick Untwisted Mulberry Silk Thread is very low, so it will be more fragile and easy to disperse. If the...

    How to organize if Suzhou Embroidery Thick Untw...

    Compared with ordinary embroidery thread, the twist of Suzhou Embroidery Thick Untwisted Mulberry Silk Thread is very low, so it will be more fragile and easy to disperse. If the...

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Book: RonghuaJi

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  • Catalogue of RonghuaJi: Techniques for making Ronghua - Fullflowers

    Catalogue of RonghuaJi: Techniques for making R...

    Catalogue Summary and Preface The Origin of Ronghua(Velvet Flowers) Chapter 1  Fundamentals of Ronghua Production Section 1 Materials and Tools for Making Ronghua(Velvet Flowers) Section 2 How to Dye Mulberry...

    Catalogue of RonghuaJi: Techniques for making R...

    Catalogue Summary and Preface The Origin of Ronghua(Velvet Flowers) Chapter 1  Fundamentals of Ronghua Production Section 1 Materials and Tools for Making Ronghua(Velvet Flowers) Section 2 How to Dye Mulberry...

  • Arranging Flowers in a Vase - Fullflowers

    Arranging Flowers in a Vase - Handcraft Ronghua...

    Arranging Flowers in a VaseFloral arrangements with Ronghua(velvet flowers) draw inspiration from traditional Chinese flower arranging, emphasizing "elegance" and "correctness." "Elegance" refers to avoiding excessive piling of flowers, aiming for...

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    Arranging Flowers in a Vase - Handcraft Ronghua...

    Arranging Flowers in a VaseFloral arrangements with Ronghua(velvet flowers) draw inspiration from traditional Chinese flower arranging, emphasizing "elegance" and "correctness." "Elegance" refers to avoiding excessive piling of flowers, aiming for...

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  • Long Leaves - Fullflowers

    Long Leaves - Handcraft Ronghua Tutorial

    Long Leaves Materials and Tools:Velvet strips, Silk thread, Ruler, Scissors, Hair straightener, Setting spray, LighterLong leaves can be categorized into flat and round types based on their three-dimensional or planar...

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    Long Leaves - Handcraft Ronghua Tutorial

    Long Leaves Materials and Tools:Velvet strips, Silk thread, Ruler, Scissors, Hair straightener, Setting spray, LighterLong leaves can be categorized into flat and round types based on their three-dimensional or planar...

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Book: The Beauty of Ronghua

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  • Catalogue - The Beauty of Ronghua - Handcraft Ronghua Tutorial

    Catalogue - The Beauty of Ronghua - Handcraft R...

    Catalogue Summary and Preface Section 1 Basic knowledge of making Ronghua(velvet flowers) Understanding Ronghua Materials and Tools Preparation Various Decorative Accessories The Process of Making Ronghua Simple Dyeing Method for Silk...

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    Catalogue - The Beauty of Ronghua - Handcraft R...

    Catalogue Summary and Preface Section 1 Basic knowledge of making Ronghua(velvet flowers) Understanding Ronghua Materials and Tools Preparation Various Decorative Accessories The Process of Making Ronghua Simple Dyeing Method for Silk...

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  • Curled Petal Chrysanthemum Hairpin - Fullflowers

    How to Make Curled Petal Chrysanthemum Hairpin ...

    The curled petal chrysanthemum is a common type of chrysanthemum, characterized by its long, curled petals and unique, beautiful shape. It is a popular element in handmade crafts. In this...

    How to Make Curled Petal Chrysanthemum Hairpin ...

    The curled petal chrysanthemum is a common type of chrysanthemum, characterized by its long, curled petals and unique, beautiful shape. It is a popular element in handmade crafts. In this...

  • Filigree Ginkgo Hairpin - Fullflowers

    How to Make Filigree Ginkgo Hairpin - Handcraft...

    In this case study, the "ginkgo" is used as a design element for Ronghua jewelry. Innovatively, blue is chosen as the main color and combined with the filigree technique to...

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    How to Make Filigree Ginkgo Hairpin - Handcraft...

    In this case study, the "ginkgo" is used as a design element for Ronghua jewelry. Innovatively, blue is chosen as the main color and combined with the filigree technique to...

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Book: Ronghua Si Jin

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  • 7.1 Precautions for the Preservation and Storage of Ronghua(Velvet Flowers)

    7.1 Precautions for the Preservation and Stora...

    This guide outlines key care instructions for preserving Ronghua hair ornaments. It advises holding them by the stem to avoid damaging fluffy forms, avoiding water and using a soft brush...

    7.1 Precautions for the Preservation and Stora...

    This guide outlines key care instructions for preserving Ronghua hair ornaments. It advises holding them by the stem to avoid damaging fluffy forms, avoiding water and using a soft brush...

  • 6.5 How to make a Ronghua Chrysanthemum

    6.5 How to make a Ronghua Chrysanthemum

    This guide details the process of creating a velvet chrysanthemum hair ornament, a flower symbolizing longevity. It covers forming two flowers (a full bloom and a bud) by layering and...

    6.5 How to make a Ronghua Chrysanthemum

    This guide details the process of creating a velvet chrysanthemum hair ornament, a flower symbolizing longevity. It covers forming two flowers (a full bloom and a bud) by layering and...

  • 6.4 How to make a Ronghua Lotus

    6.4 How to make a Ronghua Lotus

    This guide details the creation of a fluffy velvet lotus, a flower symbolizing purity and nobility. It covers the step-by-step process of forming three graded sizes of petals from velvet...

    6.4 How to make a Ronghua Lotus

    This guide details the creation of a fluffy velvet lotus, a flower symbolizing purity and nobility. It covers the step-by-step process of forming three graded sizes of petals from velvet...

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Book: Handcraft Chanhua Tutorial Book

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  • How to prevent thread slipping when making Chanhua

    How to prevent thread slipping when making Chanhua

    This article outlines practical solutions to prevent slipping thread, a frequent issue in Chanhua. It covers the use of double-sided adhesive and Edge Sealant solution as aids, recommends specialized wrapping...

    How to prevent thread slipping when making Chanhua

    This article outlines practical solutions to prevent slipping thread, a frequent issue in Chanhua. It covers the use of double-sided adhesive and Edge Sealant solution as aids, recommends specialized wrapping...

  • A Beginner's Guide to Our Chanhua DIY Kits: Understanding Adhesive Backing

    A Beginner's Guide to Our Chanhua DIY Kits: Und...

    To help beginners master the art of Chanhua and reduce the risk of slipping threads, most of the paper patterns in our DIY kits come with an Adhesive Backing. This...

    A Beginner's Guide to Our Chanhua DIY Kits: Und...

    To help beginners master the art of Chanhua and reduce the risk of slipping threads, most of the paper patterns in our DIY kits come with an Adhesive Backing. This...

  • Catalogue - Handcraft Chanhua Tutorial Book

    Catalogue - Handcraft Chanhua Tutorial Book

    Catalogue  Summary of Introduction to Chanhua Tutorial Section 1 Preliminary understanding of Chanhua The Folk Characteristics of Chanhua Craftsmanship Characteristics and Applications of Chanhua Section 2 Tools, materials, and processes...

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    Catalogue - Handcraft Chanhua Tutorial Book

    Catalogue  Summary of Introduction to Chanhua Tutorial Section 1 Preliminary understanding of Chanhua The Folk Characteristics of Chanhua Craftsmanship Characteristics and Applications of Chanhua Section 2 Tools, materials, and processes...

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Chanhua Book: Shihualu

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Appreciation of Traditional Chinese Artworks

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  • The Unfolding Beauty: A Peony Painted with Chinese Drawing Technique

    The Unfolding Beauty: A Peony Painted with Chin...

    Explore the step-by-step creation of a peony painting using traditional Chinese drawing technique, from outline to full color, highlighting the delicate layering and precision involved in this art form.

    The Unfolding Beauty: A Peony Painted with Chin...

    Explore the step-by-step creation of a peony painting using traditional Chinese drawing technique, from outline to full color, highlighting the delicate layering and precision involved in this art form.

  • The Peony's Bloom: A Journey Through Traditional Chinese Drawing Technique

    The Peony's Bloom: A Journey Through Traditiona...

    Explore the step-by-step creation of a beautiful peony painting using traditional Chinese drawing technique. From outline to full color, see how this intricate art form brings the flower to life.

    The Peony's Bloom: A Journey Through Traditiona...

    Explore the step-by-step creation of a beautiful peony painting using traditional Chinese drawing technique. From outline to full color, see how this intricate art form brings the flower to life.

  • Golden Chrysanthemums with a Praying Mantis: The Art of Chinese Drawing Technique

    Golden Chrysanthemums with a Praying Mantis: Th...

    Discover the traditional Chinese artwork showcasing golden chrysanthemums and a praying mantis. This post delves into the two-stage creation process, from the initial, precise outlines to the final application of...

    Golden Chrysanthemums with a Praying Mantis: Th...

    Discover the traditional Chinese artwork showcasing golden chrysanthemums and a praying mantis. This post delves into the two-stage creation process, from the initial, precise outlines to the final application of...

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