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dousu
Beans art, also known as seeds painting, is to use seeds’ original shape, color and other qualities to make a landscape, figures, flowers, birds etc.. It is a unique form of folk arts, which is vivid and humorous with interesting images exhibiting folk stories and traditions, especially of new and old Beijing life.
rabbit God
Rabbit God is a traditional toy of old Beijing. It was first appearing in the late years of the Ming dynasty, carved out of loess to produce rabbit face with human figure. Originally it was made as a shrine for the moon, later it was worshipped in the Chinese New Year, but had now evolved to a toy for kids.
paper-cut
Paper-cut, also known as “chuanghua”, is the most popular traditional decorative folk art. Some hollow patterns are cut into paper, gold or silver foil, leaves and cloth with a knife or scissors. Chinese use paper-cut to express their love for life and a better future.

Chinese knotting
Chinese knotting is gradually evolved from knots tying which was used to keep records in history. The "knot" had a variety of emotions and aspirations in a long process of evolution. Chinese knotting is made from a color string, which is consistent from top to bottom, the same on both sides. At present, there are more than 10 basic knotting methods, such as the double-coin knot, buttons knot, cross knot, auspicious knot etc.. It is a symbol of Longevity, happiness and best wishes in Chinese culture.
Beijing embroidery
Beijing embroidery, also known as royal embroidery was originated in the Tang Dynasty and flourishing in the Ming and Qing Dynasties. It was offered as decorations for the Royal palace and the clothing of the nobles in the feudal era. Beijing embroidery is different from other embroideries, due to its luxury, colors, fine workmanship and delicate materials.