103K views · 687 reactions | Embroidery (刺绣 cìxiù) is an essential part of Miao ethnic culture and a treasure of Chinese traditional costume culture. Laiming interviewed a skilled embroidery master in Guizhou and shares some of her delicate works (作品 zuòpǐn). | Learn Chinese | Facebook

Wearing traditional Han-style gowns is a trend nowadays in China as these flowing dresses are artistic and elegant. Three ladies across three generations in one family rocked the street as they went out for some shopping and photo taking, stunning other passersby. | Learn Chinese

A craftsman demonstrated the creative process (过程 guòchéng) of embroidery using a sewing machine (缝纫机 féngrènjī). Chinese embroidery has a long and storied history based on intricate and unique methods and patterns. #Craftsmanship #Heritage | Learn Chinese

Once an imperial style of needlework during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911), the traditional embroidery of the Manchu ethnic group has achieved greater development in the hands of its fourth-generation inheritor, Yang Xiaotong. She ended the tradition of only passing on the technique to family members by opening a school in Shenyang, Liaoning Province. The embroidery-style, which embodies a wide variety of themes and styles, was added to the list of national intangible cultural heritage in 2008. |

Embroidery is an essential part of Miao culture and a treasure of Chinese traditional costume culture. Nowadays, the young people of Miao, an ethnic group in China, are working hard to keep the intricate 2000-year-old technique alive. | Learn Chinese

12K views · 345 reactions | Shu Xiu is a style of embroidery folk art native to China's Sichuan Province that dates back centuries. Recognized by its even stitching and subtle colors, it is mostly found on quilt covers and pillowcases. A nice cheongsam, also known as a qipao, with refined Shu Xiu stitching is the perfect souvenir to take back home when one visits China. | China Plus Culture | Facebook

Chinese embroidery: art of the needle

67K views · 1.2K reactions | Awesome! The magical and distinctive technique of Chinese Suzhou embroidery, known as double-sided three-difference embroidery, showcases the ability to create two entirely different patterns, stitches, and color tones on both sides of a single piece—truly a marvel of craftsmanship! #China#art | Real Time China | Facebook