The snake-themed designs (top) are popular during Chinese New Year ... most difficult designs require cutting through several layers of paper at once, and the scissors must be held with precision ...

Since late January, the Asian world has observed the Year of the Wood Snake. One of 12 animal symbols of the Chinese zodiac, the snake is associated with wisdom and wealth, perhaps auguring a period ...

For her, paper-cutting is not merely an art but a means of preserving the heritage, expressing the heart and soul of the people, one snip at a time.

As many observers remarked, in Taiwan Trump’s tariff threats simply make the US look unreliable and unwilling to care about ...

Chinese lanterns are traditionally made of paper and bamboo ... roughly measure a 5cm wide section using a ruler. Cut out that section using scissors. 2. Make one hole about halfway down on ...

Start the Chinese New Year on a positive note by following these do's and don'ts, from gifting money to other traditions.

According to Antara, the Chinese New Year symbolizes good fortune and prayers for a brighter future. The celebration is filled with customary activities such as giving red envelopes locally known as ...

Chinese Lunar New Year 2025 ... On New Year's Day, keep away all sharp objects like scissors and knives and don't use them. It is believed to ‘cut the thread of good fortune.’ ...

Members should bring construction paper, markers, scissors ... will include demonstrations on Chinese musical instruments, face painting, paper cutting, origami, paper lantern making, air-dry ...

All you need is some coloured card, scissors (for ... as a lucky colour in Chinese culture, which is why you see so much of it during Lunar New Year celebrations – from paper lanterns to the ...

All the good feelings rush in with dumplings: excitement at the wisps of steam that rise from them; happiness at first bite through the dough; a thrill at hitting the ...

Red is the colour of celebration, prosperity, and good luck. It is believed to ward off evil spirits and attract positive ...