Content Summary of Shihualu

Chanhua is a precious and elegant traditional Chinese intangible cultural heritage handicraft. This book will lead readers to explore the mysteries of Chanhua craftsmanship and create unique works of their own.

This book first introduces the common materials and tools required for Chanhua, ensuring readers are well-prepared before starting. It then systematically elaborates on fundamental Chanhua crafting techniques (such as making basic petals, three-dimensional petals, curved-edge petals, leaves, and dyeing and finishing techniques), as well as creative crafting techniques with the author's distinctive personal style (such as gold leaf Chanhua, making lined silk petals, hollow-out petals, and beaded petals). Following this, it explains the specific design concepts and crafting steps for 11 Chanhua projects. The book concludes with a gallery of the author's other works for appreciation.

Featuring systematic explanations and rich illustrations, this book is suitable for Chanhua crafting enthusiasts to read and use.

Original Author: 蕉窗夜雨