In the China Pavilion at the sixth China International Import Expo in Shanghai, a piece of bamboo art resembling a Taihu Lake Stone was the center of attention. It perfectly combined traditional ...

Besides his Taihu Lake Stone installation, Qian also displayed 12 woven bamboo patterns in unique shapes and colors that attracted attention at the expo. He says that many visitors to the CIIE do not ...

Kinsley’s encyclopedia of huck lace patterns should be a must-have for loom weavers who want to explore this particular method. In addition to hundreds of patterns, Kinsley provides a few basic tips ...

When Ang Lee's Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon showcased a stunning bamboo forest fight scene in 2000, the world was dazzled by the mastery of Chinese bamboo culture. But this plant, which embodies the ...

The handloom weaving tradition is undergoing a transformation in the district. The patterns, for instance. The old school is sticking to convention, but the younger generation of weavers are ...

I want my daughter to know how to weave so that she can give baskets at her daughter’s wedding, just like I will. […] If the younger generation shows interest, we will teach them. Maybe one day, they ...

The Bomkai sari, a traditional attire from the eastern state of Odisha, India, is celebrated for its unique weaving patterns and intricate designs. It traces its roots back to the 8th century and is ...