Traditional Handicrafts

Folk Crafts

Folk crafts refer to various handicrafts created by the Chinese people. These crafts carry rich cultural significance and practical value, showcasing folk wisdom and artistic creativity. The traditional Chinese handicraft activities on this page are suitable for both Chinese Cultural Day booths and workshop sessions.

Dough Sculptures

Kneading dough of different colours into intricate figurines

Chinese Knots

Weaving colourful threads into auspicious patterns

Chinese Paper Cutting

Using scissors or cutters to cut patterns and create various intricate paper-cut designs

Tie-Dyeing

Binding and dyeing fabric to create different patterns

Grass Weaving

Weaving grass fibres or plastic strips into decorative forms

Textile Weaving

Utilising weaving tools to create your own woven fabric

Bamboo Weaving

Using bamboo strips and simple tools to create woven decorations

Flower Board Crafting

Assembling a mini flower board

Incense Making

Using incense powder to make incense sticks or incense coils