Paper cutting
Paper cutting is a popular folk art in China and has been for thousands of years. The paper cutting is for celebrations, festivals and home decoration, often with red color, which is the lucky color in China.
Origin
Paper-cutting originated from ancient activities of worshipping ancestors and gods and is a Chinese traditional culture. According to the archaeological records, it originated from the 6th century.
Craft
The main tools for paper cutting are scissors and engraving knives. They depend on different methods to cut paper but both can make nice paper cutting.
Culture
Today, paper cuttings are chiefly decorative. People often like to decorate their windows, walls, mirrors, lanterns and doors with colorful paper cutting. In Chinese culture, it can reffect many aspects of life, such as prosperity, health, or harvest.