Shihualu - Chanhua Tutorial Book

2.11  Chanhua Reinforcing Techniques

2.11 Chanhua Reinforcing Techniques

This guide shows two easy ways to reinforce Chanhua petals. After making petals, they can be weak. Use edge sealant or hairspray to make them stronger and stop threads from...

2.11 Chanhua Reinforcing Techniques

This guide shows two easy ways to reinforce Chanhua petals. After making petals, they can be weak. Use edge sealant or hairspray to make them stronger and stop threads from...

2.10  Chanhua Technique for Connecting Petals

2.10 Chanhua Technique for Connecting Petals

This guide explains how to connect petals when making Chanhua. By wrapping multiple petals on one piece of copper wire, the flower looks more natural and the stem stays thin....

2.10 Chanhua Technique for Connecting Petals

This guide explains how to connect petals when making Chanhua. By wrapping multiple petals on one piece of copper wire, the flower looks more natural and the stem stays thin....

2.9  Chanhua Invisible Finishing Technique

2.9 Chanhua Invisible Finishing Technique

This guide details an invisible finishing technique for Chanhua creations. Using a folded thin copper wire loop, the thread end is pulled through and hidden inside the wrapping, creating a...

2.9 Chanhua Invisible Finishing Technique

This guide details an invisible finishing technique for Chanhua creations. Using a folded thin copper wire loop, the thread end is pulled through and hidden inside the wrapping, creating a...

2.8  Chanhua Petal Dyeing Techniques

2.8 Chanhua Petal Dyeing Techniques

This guide explains how to dye Chanhua petals using watercolor techniques. Petals are soaked, excess moisture removed, then pigment is applied to edges and blended with water for a natural...

2.8 Chanhua Petal Dyeing Techniques

This guide explains how to dye Chanhua petals using watercolor techniques. Petals are soaked, excess moisture removed, then pigment is applied to edges and blended with water for a natural...

2.7  Chanhua Three-Dimensional Petal Making Tips

2.7 Chanhua Three-Dimensional Petal Making Tips

This guide covers techniques for making three-dimensional Chanhua petals. For curved petals, single-strand thread and angled wrapping ensure smooth coverage. For double petals, sequential wrapping and gentle finger-shaping create dimensional...

2.7 Chanhua Three-Dimensional Petal Making Tips

This guide covers techniques for making three-dimensional Chanhua petals. For curved petals, single-strand thread and angled wrapping ensure smooth coverage. For double petals, sequential wrapping and gentle finger-shaping create dimensional...

2.6  Chanhua Curved-Edge Petal Making Tips

2.6 Chanhua Curved-Edge Petal Making Tips

This guide explains how to make a Chanhua curved-edge petal. Key techniques include overlapping wraps on the inner curve to prevent slipping and temporarily bending the wrapped section for easier...

2.6 Chanhua Curved-Edge Petal Making Tips

This guide explains how to make a Chanhua curved-edge petal. Key techniques include overlapping wraps on the inner curve to prevent slipping and temporarily bending the wrapped section for easier...

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