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Continue reading →: Immerse in Timeless Beauty: Cross – Stitch Art from Yun Shouping’s MasterpiecesA Glimpse into Qing – Dynasty Aesthetics In the annals of Chinese art, Yun Shouping, who lived from 1633 to 1690, was a paragon of artistic versatility among the “Six Great Masters of the Early Qing Dynasty.” Distinguished by his proficiency in both landscape and flower – and – bird…
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Continue reading →: Hooked on Sunflowers: Bringing Radiant Life to Every DayIn the hustle and bustle of life, a simple act of crocheting can bring a burst of sunshine into our days. Picture this: with a hook and some yarn in hand, you create a sunflower bloom, petal by delicate petal. Each stitch is a whisper of warmth, a touch of…
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Continue reading →: Unveil the Prosperity – laden Chinese Classical Cross – Stitch: Gourds, Flowers and Birds DesignIn the world of art, there is a unique and captivating creation – Chinese Classical Cross – Stitch with Gourd, Flower and Bird Paintings. This art form masterfully combines the elegance of traditional Chinese ink – wash paintings with the charm of cross – stitch.Traditional Chinese ink – wash paintings…
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Continue reading →: “Embroidery Treasures: The Beauty of Dong Gao’s Rose and Peony Paintings in Cross-Stitch”Introduction: Unveiling a Timeless Artistic Heritage In the realm of art, the works of Dong Gao from the Qing Dynasty have long been revered for their exquisite craftsmanship and aesthetic allure. Today, we are delighted to introduce a unique cross-stitch creation inspired by two of his most captivating flower paintings…
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Continue reading →: “All Nations Paying Tribute: The Artistic Splendor of ‘All Nations Coming to Court’ and Its Cross-Stitch Adaptation”The “All Nations Coming to Court” painting is a remarkable piece of art created by an anonymous court painter during the Qing Dynasty. This silk-based color painting, now preserved in the Forbidden City Museum in Beijing, holds a significant place in the history of art. A Glimpse into the Magnificent…
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Continue reading →: Commonly used knitting terms crochet in English and Chinese diagrams and simple sentence interpretationIn order to facilitate you to have a simple understanding of the illustrations, here is a special compilation of some common crochet symbols and words interpretation, I hope it can help you again knitting road to continue to progress.
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Continue reading →: Embroider the Legacy: ‘Serving Tea’ Cross-Stitch – A Perfect Blend of Art and GiftIntroduction: A Glimpse into a Classic Reborn In the world of art, few works possess the timeless charm and cultural depth of “Serving Tea” by the legendary Ming Dynasty artist, Tang Yin. This iconic painting, now residing in the prestigious Beijing Palace Museum, has been meticulously transformed into a captivating…
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Continue reading →: “The ‘Happiness, Prosperity, and Longevity’ Embodied: ‘The Heavenly Banquet of Yaochi’ Cross-Stitch”Unraveling the Mysterious Tale of the Original Art In the rich tapestry of art history, the “Eternal Longevity” album stands as a remarkable creation. This album, believed to be the masterpiece of Qing court painters dedicated to the emperor’s birthday, unfolds a collection of twelve auspicious stories within its fourteen…
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Continue reading →: “Immortal Blossoms and Eternal Springs: The Beauty of Xian’e Changchun Tu Cross-Stitch”Introduction In the realm of art, there exists a remarkable collection known as the “Xian’e Changchun Tu” housed in the Forbidden City Museum. This album of paintings is a rare and outstanding integration of Chinese and Western painting techniques, especially in the field of flower-and-bird paintings. Now, we are proud…
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Continue reading →: Crochet a Blue Rose for My Beloved: A Heartwarming Tutorial to Weave LoveTo My Dearest with a Blue Rose: Wrapped in Love’s Tender Embrace In my sunlit room, I began crocheting blue roses. As the yarn passed through my fingers, each stitch whispered my feelings. The process was meditative; watching the petals form was like a beautiful story unfolding. The blue, serene…
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Continue reading →: “Enchanted Crochet Mini Rose Bouquets: A Touch of Timeless Elegance”Check out the handmade mini rose bouquet in the cozy corner of creativity, a labor of love and patience. Each stitch of the crochet hook weaves an artistic story that brings the roses to life, defying the fading of time. These miniature flowers hold the warmth of the maker’s heart…
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Continue reading →: Unveiling the Exquisite Cross-Stitch of “A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains”The Renowned Original Artwork “A Panorama of Rivers and Mountains” stands as the sole surviving creation of Wang Ximeng, a remarkable painter in the Northern Song Dynasty. Wang Ximeng, who lived from 1096 to 1119, was a prominent Chinese artist in the early 12th century. As a prodigious talent, he…
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Continue reading →: A little black cat crochet tutorialWhen you possess an adorable crocheted little black cat, it becomes your charming companion on every journey. You can tuck it into your bag and carry it to that serene lakeside where the gentle breeze caresses the water, creating a symphony of whispers. Or perch it on the dashboard as…
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Continue reading →: The Alluring Cross-Stitch of “Along the River During the Qingming Festival”Introduction The “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” is a renowned masterpiece by the Song Dynasty painter Zhang Zeduan. It vividly depicts the daily life and landscapes of Bianjing, the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty (now Kaifeng, Henan Province). The original painting is famous for its portrayal of…
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Continue reading →: “The Enigmatic ‘Nine Dragons Scroll’ in Cross-Stitch: A Work of Artistic Dedication”The “Nine Dragons Scroll”, an iconic creation by the renowned Southern Song Dynasty painter Chen Rong, has now been transformed into a captivating cross-stitch project. This exquisite piece of art portrays a scene where nine magnificent dragons are gracefully situated within the backdrop of treacherous mountains, billowing clouds, and surging…
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Continue reading →: The Exquisite Cross-Stitch of “Spring Morning in the Han Palace”The “Spring Morning in the Han Palace” is a silk scroll of heavy-color painting of ladies created by Qiu Ying, a renowned painter in the Ming Dynasty. It is regarded as one of his masterpieces and holds a significant position among the top ten famous traditional Chinese paintings. Moreover, it…
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Continue reading →: “Old Dream in the South” Cross-Stitch: A Vivid Tapestry of Jiangnan’s PastThe Enigmatic World of “Old Dream in the South” “Old Dream in the South” is a remarkable painting that serves as a nostalgic record of the Jiangnan region during the Republic of China era, painted by Zhang Xiaoyou from his childhood memories. It unfolds a captivating life scene of a…
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Continue reading →: The Embroidered Tapestry of “Twelve Months of Recreational Activities of Emperor Yongzheng”: A Glimpse into Imperial LifeThe “Twelve Months of Recreational Activities of Emperor Yongzheng” is a remarkable creation by the court painter Giuseppe Castiglione in the Qing Dynasty. This set of works vividly depicts the daily life of Emperor Yongzheng, arranged in the order of the twelve months of the four seasons: spring, summer, autumn,…
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