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happy chinese new year!

February 20, 2015

Chinese New Year pleasure in simple things blog

Yesterday started Chinese New Year. In celebration, for today’s Friday field trip, I am sharing some special Chinese art given to me. These images are photos of Chinese paper cuts.

paper cuts for Chinese New Year pleasure in simple things

Paper-cutting (Jianzhi in Chinese) is one of the oldest and most popular folk arts in China.

pleasure in simple things Chinese New Year

As early as 3 BC – before paper was even invented – paper-cutting techniques were used in China on leaves or other thin materials. Chinese paper-cutting is the first type of paper-cutting design since paper was invented in China!

Chinese paper cuts pleasure in simple things blog

Aren’t they amazing?

chinese paper cuts on pleasure in simple things blog

one chinese paper cut pleasure in simple things blog

Have a wonderful weekend!  Remember to take pleasure in simple things, Jackie

P.S. You may not be celebrating Chinese New Year by creating designs like these, but maybe try creating some yummy bubble tea?  Click here to check out how to do it!

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