I love hair ornaments åį°Š.ð Any chance there will be a discussion about them? Maybe articles dedicated to the artistry? ð
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- Peng · I think there is a huge variety of hair ornaments for hanfu, but there are more possibilities if you make your own(personal opinionðð). Also looking forward to your sharing, there are not many topics about this kind in the group.ðð
- LiangYuZuan · Okay, would love to. âĨâĨ Will do.
- Estefana · welcome!ð
- 00Pamela · I like hanfu hair ornaments too!ðð
I was playing around with beads and a wood dowel. My beginning attempts to make a hair stick come out like this. Not finished, of course.ð
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- Estefana · Would it be complicated to make it? I’d like to try it, but I don’t know how to start.ð
- letme · ðð
- LiangYuZuan · I know, I know, right?! lols.ð I had to sand the dowel down which took forever. And then I took experience from youtube tutorials on French flower beading. But I struggled the most on the creativity part: choosing colors and what theme to go by. This one was azure sky on clouds.
- Eddie · Maybe you can post tutorials in the Group that we can learn.ð
- Simoez · +1
- 00Pamela · +1ðð
- Estefana · Perhaps you can get inspiration from hanfu accessory suppliers.ðð
- Jenelle8 · Is this your first time trying it? very nice.
- LiangYuZuan · Oh, good idea. I don’t know where to start with suppliers. But I’ve been watching a lot of youtube and have subscribed to Hanfu related channels.
- LiangYuZuan · I have worked on something else. It is so amateur of me. I will take a pic and show in a few minutes.
- LiangYuZuan · Very limited materials. But it is close to what I think is the standatd.
- LiangYuZuan · Other side
- inconsequentia · really cool!
- Jenelle8 · Wow, that’s great!! The petals are very nice, can you make a video tutorial?ðð
- camille · ðð
Green Seed Beads, Wire Wrapping, and a Big Bobby Pin
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- Simoez · This one seems more complicated.ðēðē
- risarutledge · ððAwesome
- inconsequentia · clever and pretty!
I binge watched Eternal Love (aka Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms) and the spin off Three Lives Three Worlds The Pillow Book. By far most romantic and beautiful.
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- Eddie · Yeah it’s from the same series, I’ve seen part of it before. Very classic.
- LiangYuZuan · Their costumes are what got me hooked. And the plot—-actually, the characters being fairies and magical creature spirit or demi-gods are what made me fall in love âĨ It was the first time, I got to see the established 3 realms of existence: Heaven, Earth (Mortal Realm), and Demon world on Chinese terms that come across to me as very natural. I love how the characters evolve in stages and their clothes reflect that.
- Xixi · Love that series!
After all these years, I still like this wuxia look. The form, the tapered cut to fit the body, and the color contrast gives a balance look of yin and yang.
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- Sheila · The ’83 version? very classic.
- pereira6 · I like the wuxia style, It always gives an extraordinary air.
- Ling · TV drama is the best channel to spread martial arts style.ðð
- LiangYuZuan · Yep. Love it. âĨ
- LiangYuZuan · And so many stories and genre. Hey, how do you feel about the HK version of Hanfu from mainland version? I know they are the same, but the cut and form seem a little different somehow.
- Ling · I haven’t tried to compare them in detail, because I don’t know much about hanfu in Hong Kong either. Another thing is that there are actually a lot of merchants producing hanfu on the mainland, each with subtle differences, but they can’t be exactly the same. I’ve seen an interview with Hong Kong girls wearing a hanfu to an event before, and from the video, HK hanfu looks like are very close to mainland hanfu.ðð
- LiangYuZuan · I think you are right. The authenticity is same standard.
- camille · Wow, I loved this drama so much!ðð I watched it many times when I was a kid.ð
How Do I Know My Hanfu Shoe Size? What Do I Measure
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- April · You can refer to this picture
- LiangYuZuan · Wow, wonderful! Thanks! âĨð
- mccoy · similar to the size of casual shoes
Is the Belt for This Hanfu Costume Accurate accurate historically to that of the Song Dynasty
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- Eddie · From the back, it cannot be seen very clearly.ð
- LiangYuZuan · Sorry, it is a screen cap. ðð I’ll try to find another pic like it.
- LiangYuZuan · It is similar to this belt. I don’t understand how it is secured around the waist. Are there hidden buttons?
- Eddie · This does not seem to be a traditional hanfu, but more like a modified style of clothing. If it is a Song Dynasty belt, check out this article: https://www.newhanfu.com/6147.html Traditional hanfu belts can be divided into two types: one is fabric, made of various silk, cotton and hemp, commonly known as “Tao Dai (įŧĶåļĶ)”. The other category is leather, made of various kinds of raw and cooked leather, commonly known as “Ge Dai (éĐåļĶ)”. The two types of belts have different changes in the way they are tied with the development of clothing, the way they are tied directly (including the button ties) and with the belt ties. Although the types of belts are different, they also have common belts, such as belt hooks and belt loops. Maybe I should ask @Ling to write a post about this specifically.
- Eddie · ð
- LiangYuZuan · That would be awesome! Please do! âĨ
Yesterday, I braved it for the first time wearing my hair in a simple Hanfu style at work and then shopping. People didn’t say anything, but I could tell that I was noticed a lot. ðð
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- Stephanie · niceðð. Perhaps they are also curious to know what kind of costume it is.ð
- Ling · ðða really great way to spread hanfuð
- LiangYuZuan · I wind up telling them about Hanfu and some of its history. They appreciate that it is a culture being revived as we speak.ð
- weiwei29 · wow you’re so brave! props to you!
My 2nd attempt at Hanfu hairstyle. What do you think? Need more hair ornaments?
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- Stephanie · that’s good!
- April · Very pretty, and you made the hairpin yourself, meaningful.ðð
- Ling · You also try putting the wig pack under your hair and looking forward to your new headdress work!
- LiangYuZuan · Yes ð I am very excited waiting for my order to come in. I so want to try it out with a proper wig set. ðâĢ
- LiangYuZuan · Is this better?
- LiangYuZuan · Hope this is a better picture.
- April · ðð
- Kaldea · ðnice
I believe Hanfu revival is easily accepted because it is so beautiful and imaginative. People are friendly when they see pleasant and lovely things. Human nature strives for beauty.
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- Ling · Yea, in fact, hanfu is being enjoyed by more people.
- Christine · The hanfu revival is now growing by leaps and bounds!ðŠðŠ
- camille · I think hanfu will spread around the worldð
I ordered the wild flowers hair pins and the wig set from New Hanfu store. The butterflies were included.ðĨ°âĪ
The other two pieces are Fa Jian that I made to match the set. I will work on tutorials in the future to share on here.
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- Losiua1 · Looking forward to it! Iâm very interested in learning some new hairstylesðĪĐðĪĐ
- April · feel free to share tutorialsðð
- xiayang · looks pretty goodð
- 55Morales · wowð
Why was there only one Empress in Chinese history? Only Wu Zetian is known. With the many great things (innovations) contributed by women that enhance our Hanfu culture, I would think there were more powerful historical figures like her.
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- Y · Yes, when Wu Zetian became emperor, she brought many changes to the then Tang Dynasty, including the dress and makeup of women. She was great. But I personally think that not every emperor will be remembered by every person, let alone ordinary people.
- Ling · The development and promotion of traditional hanfu is not without the participation of ancient women, but there are only a few famous ones that can be remembered by all in the long history. I’m glad that many historical records have been preserved and we can still learn the stories. This is a great topic, maybe I can find some information and bring you some stories of ancient women’s characters.
- Adena Veal · following
- LiangYuZuan · That would be awesome, Ling. ððð I feel we should celebrate women, everyday women, because so much is contributed to the enhancement of society from them. Yet, merit is quietly acknowledged. They are unsung heroes.
- LiangYuZuan · Oh, does anyone know the name of the Lady who discovered the use of silk from silk worms? (Sigh) There should be a compilation of women who developed, enhanced, or re-defined Hanfu like an encyclopedia or something.
- LiangYuZuan · I wish the film and tv series makers didn’t villainize historical women figures so much. The inventive embellishments are terrible deviations from history facts. I guess they have to build drama out of boring facts. ðĪ·ââïļð
- April · Ancient legend has it that the Yellow Emperor’s wife, Lei Zu (åŦįĨ), invented “raising silkworms for silk”, but the reality of when silk was actually invented is still controversial.
Help! I made a T-shirt with Hanfu element for myself. And now my 7 seven year old son wants one made for him. I need ideas for boys clothing. What color scheme? Which neck shape is appropriate? Round neck or square neck or V-neck?
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- Simoez · I recommend you to refer to some men’s round neck robe styles.
- April · I found a few styles for children, I hope it will help you. I think the round neck is a little better.
- April · 1, this one is a fusion of the elements of the Pan button, V-neck.
- April · 2
- April · 3
- LiangYuZuan · This one will be perfect for his birthday ð Thank you!
- LiangYuZuan · Ohhhh! Yes! I like this one. Will try to get it right with the neck style. Thank you! ð
- LiangYuZuan · Looks complex. Not sure if I can replicate this style. I struggle with the jiao ling.
- Sherrii · Wow, awesome. I want to make a hanfu for my family, too!ðð
- April · Ling is finishing up the cutting patterns for the hanfu production, including the jiaoling, and will probably release them in the next few days.
- wanda · wow, remember to share with us when you’re done.
- LiangYuZuan · Awesome! ð
Was wondering how can no one could tell Fa Mulan was a girl from the start when she was in disguise. Now, having seen these young men in Hanfu & full makeup and some of the female cosplay artists doing makeup for male roles, it all makes sense.
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- Losiua1 · Yes, I feel that from modern cartoons and movies, I can immediately detect the difference.
- LiangYuZuan · I feel people in Hanfu are beautiful. Gender difference is distinct, but makeup artists kick it up several notches when they create so fluidly. Beauty has no boundaries.
- Ling · Hanfu makeup can make a huge differenceðð
Old Earrings Make Nice Hair Accessories
My latest creation. I used 2 pairs of earrings and some glass beads for this set. It is similar to Step Shake style.
Video will be forthcoming after editing.
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- LiangYuZuan · With wig set and the Step Shake set.
- Ling · Great work, how long did it probably take you to make it.ð
- Y · ððLook forward to your tutorials. This doesn’t look very complicated, but it needs a production idea.
- dorothyy · nice craftsmanshipðð
- camille · ððð
- LiangYuZuan · I don’t know enough. It is a simple DIY thing. Still editing video clips.
- LiangYuZuan · Between camera, lighting, stops and focus….a couple of hours. ðð
- inconsequentia · creative and pretty!!
How I Made a Similar Buyao (æĨæ, BÃ YÃO) or Step Shake Style Hair Accessory
Video of how I made these hair ornaments with two old earrings and glass beads.
https://rumble.com/vhbp5t-buyao-b-yo-or-step-shake-style-hair-accessory.html
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- risarutledge · so did you purchase these tools specifically to make buyao, or are they just ordinary household tools.ðð
- Ling · Watched the video in its entirety, very detailed process. Thank you for sharing.ð
- LiangYuZuan · Oh, I forgot! They are specific tools for jewelry making. I bought to do beading and wire jewelry making.ðð
- LiangYuZuan · Thank you for kind words and appreciation. ð
- Y · Wow, a very detailed tutorial on how to make it, and i think this connection requires some skill….ðð
- lopez · nice tutorialð
- LiangYuZuan · Took some practice trials before the actual thing. Thank you. ð
- April · ððI can feel your deep love to hanfu jewelry.ð
- LiangYuZuan · Thank you much. ðð
- risarutledge · OK, I get it.ð
- mccoy · ðð
- Fredddd · I’m looking forward to you sharing more about the hanfu jewelry!!ð
įĩįķčĄ Pipa Journey
I came across this song on youtube. Poem adapted to song tells a very tragic story that is heartbreaking, but also very beautiful.
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- Ling · Wow, this blend of traditional instruments as well as the singing voice of the Peking Opera, this ancient poem has become all the more different.
- LiangYuZuan · I love it. ð
- Xixi · Nice fusion of modern Chinese music and traditional instrument! I think I recognize the singer
What are those silk buttons called? They clasp like zimu kou. And they are very pretty shaped like flowery goldfish sometimes on Qipao or Shanghai dresses.
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- Xixi · Itâs called pan kou, a knot kind of button thatâs found on collars of Qipao and cheongsam.
- Misty · It seems that pan kou was used in a lot of qing dynasty clothing styles, such as tang suit and cheongsams.
- LiangYuZuan · Ah-ha…! Thank you. ðð
Does anyone know a period drama series about čįå [æįå] Empress Xiao by name to recommend?
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- April · I found two TV series about Empress Xiao, but not one specifically about her. Heroes in Sui and Tang Dynasties 1996
Sui Yang Di 2008 - April · I read some more “historical rumors” and Queen Xiao is actually such a legendary woman.ðąðą
- LiangYuZuan · OMG! Thank you âĪïļ You’re the best!
- LiangYuZuan · I want to know everything about her. ðē
- Kaldea · I remember watching a TV series about the Sui and Tang dynasties when I was a kid: Heroes of Sui & Tang Dynasties, but I don’t remember the details.ð
- Kaldea · about what? tell me detailsðð
- LiangYuZuan · Where is she from? Family? Royal blood? Han heritage? Politics? Achievements?
- LiangYuZuan · What is most famous about her among the people?
- LiangYuZuan · Well, I am going to binge watch to sense what is legend and what is true about her.
- leonard · It seems to be a classic TV series and I have some impressions of it.
Rosy Wine I Made
Friends, I made wine out of red grapes, white grapes, and sugar. All natural fermenting that took a long full month. Now this bottle will be in storage for aging until October for its christianing. Lols.
Next, I will try making rice wine.
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- April · It has a very beautiful color. Looking forward to its opening and remember to share its taste with usð
- LiangYuZuan · Sure! Of course, I will. ð
- ccecilia · It looks greatð
- Xixi · NiceïžWhen you make the rice wine, please share the recipe…
- LiangYuZuan · Sure, I most definitely will ð
I do love learning and keeping to traditional craft and skillful living. Liziqi is a hero.
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- Ling · I remember that in some parts of southwest China, there are still those old salt wells. The local people use a lot of homemade salt when they make bacon. Cooking the beef in this way is amazing, I’ve never tried it before. And the beef is cut so beautifully.ðð
- Elizabeth · Her videos are updated infrequently, but all fantastic!
- LiangYuZuan · Ahhhhh! I salivate just thinking about beef and bacon. Stewed bacon with lotus.
- LiangYuZuan · Yes. And I just follow. Can’t rush quality. ðð Every episode tells a story even it is showing her work all day. But I know every detail in the arrangement of the event whether dinner or soiree with friends has purpose. She should be ranked as a living national treasure.
- Elizabeth · Yes, I’ve seen a lot of comments on her videos that talk about how watching the videos calms people down, in fact more than that, liziqi is spreading Chinese culture in a really great way that makes people yearn for it. Although it may seem like a mundane life, I feel that each video is carefully prepared.ðĨ°ðĪ
Liu Qingyao Is the Best Pipa Artist in My Opinion.
I love the sound of pipa.
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- Peng · nice melodyð
- LiangYuZuan · Makes me think of Dunhuang. ðð
- Janetoooong · Is this shot in Dunhuang? It feels very specialððð
- LiangYuZuan · I don’t know. But the background features paintings that are very similar to the ones in the Dunhuang museum.
- Mira · Lovely melody! Thanks for sharing. ð
I recently bought a matte lip color I can’t match for any occasion makeup. It is so dark. Any recommendation? The color is called “Dahlia”
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- Kaldea · Perhaps for late Tang dynasty makeup?ðð
- Sherrii · Have not tried this colorðĪĢðĨ
- LiangYuZuan · Hmmm….now you have me thinking cosplay a maid of the palace or handmaiden of a past queen. I like it!ðð
- LiangYuZuan · I know. It’s an ugly color. The name sounded pretty. But terrible color.
- LiangYuZuan · I just thought of Chinese vampire cosplay. ðð
- Y · The late Tang Dynasty seems to be very fond black color??
- Y · Yep, that’s the feeling. I don know how to describe it.ð
- LiangYuZuan · Dark and gloomy times. ð
This has got to be the most exhausting behind the scene, instructional cosplay production.
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- Kaldea · omg, graet job
- Sherrii · she really is awesome. It must have taken very strong perseverance and she paired it with a full explanation.ð
Messed Up on the Collar for the Xie Beizi.
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- Xixi · Looks good though!âĶ ð
- Simoez · I read the making pattern in the topic, but it was not easy to carry out.0.0
- April · This material must be very comfortableð
- 00Pamela · How long you spent to make itð
- LiangYuZuan · Yes very. Chiffon.
- LiangYuZuan · I don’t have a table or floor to cut. I hung up the fabric with pins in place and cut the whole piece that way. So end up with front and back both in one cut. The collar is same material so it ran when I sewed it on. If I had used a wide band 3 inch ribbon for hem, then it might look nicer.
- LiangYuZuan · Would you believe 2 days? One for finding the material and cutting and one for sewing. I get interrupted from my projects a lot. Lols. Distractions.
- LiangYuZuan · Thank you ð . My very first attempt.
- Eddie · Nice workðð
- LiangYuZuan · Thanksð
- Ling · I think hanfu making needs to be done on a very large table, especially with large sleeves. Unlike folding, which can be done on a bed.ð
- Simoez · ðspecial way of cutting
- LiangYuZuan · ððð I wish I could use my bed. It is always occupied.
- LiangYuZuan · ðð I had to be creative. lols.
- LiangYuZuan · Here’s to hanfu at home. I enjoy the outfit very much.
- Eddie · ððIt looks pretty good
- Tanyaya · wow, a bit like a Taoist robeð
- Ling · Great work! You finished it! Do you mind if I put this post’s link in the comments of the Beizi Cutting & Sewing Patterns article?ð
- Ling · The collar of the Taoist robe is rather special, with a very wide edge.
- LiangYuZuan · Ling, I don’t mind at all. Please do as you see fit. Thank you so muchð
- Loriann · How did you cut the sleeve part? I referred to the making diagram, but it was difficult to draw the pattern on the cloth.
- potterheadfan777 · anyone figure out how to print these out? or did you just take the measurements of the pattern and go from there
- 9uiver · I just drew them separately on larger papers with the same pattern to make it more visual and reusable in the future
When Heaven and Human Combine
There has to be explanation for how hanfu, music, and beauty come together so celestial. Transcending of soul and spirit. I am whisked away.
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- April · With the atmosphere, it is like a wonderland.ð
- ccecilia · enjoyableð
Made Son a Jiao Ling Top from Daddy's T-Shirt. ð
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- Peng · With this pose, the feeling of martial artsððð
- Zoe · cute boy!
- April · ðYou have mastered hanfu making
- LiangYuZuan · Oh, no no. Still learning. ð
- LiangYuZuan · He loves watching Kungfu Panda. And I keep showing him Rush Hourðð
- LiangYuZuan · He loves to eatð to stay cuteð
- Ling · Maybe you could add ties at the bottom of the neckline? That way the collar can fit better.
- Marie · You are wonderful. I hope in the future my kids will like hanfu.ðð
- LiangYuZuan · Thank you. Never know. ð They just might.
- LiangYuZuan · Will do that now. ð
I made this round neck tunic with outer robe. Struggling with neck hem, but getting there in practice.
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- Ling · It looks pretty good, and your kids are very interested in hanfu.ðŪð
- lllen · Wow, I really want to learn how to make a hanfu myself
- green77 · cute boyð
- LiangYuZuan · I’ve been showing them shows like Love and Redemption. They love the stories and characters. ððð
Beautiful Bridal Headdress Crafted by Hand with Auspicious Meaning.
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- mallie · If the bride wears it on her wedding day, it is sure to make a very strong impression.ð
- Ziazan · I am in awe of the intricate detail!
- LiangYuZuan · The video speaks in detail about the production, but I know I will still need her professional hands to make such a headdress. ðð
Who says tradition won’t mix with modern art? Music and hanfu perfect combo. Beauty is life!
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- Losiua1 · She’s so beautiful!!!!
Chinese Silk Fan Experience
Olden Chinese fan exists today, because of its unique beauty. An old craft that is not lost even in modern times with all the electric fans out there. lols.
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- Kaldea · It’s wonderful that traditional craftsmanship is being passed on. And this craft is very difficult, so I hope it will be passed on all the time. And I agree with the quote mentioned in the video that tradition should also move forward in time.
Too Cute! Wedding Video
Look! A groom on a mission to get his bride!
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- Kaldea · The fusion of modernity and tradition
- Kaldea · In a traditional wedding, there are more rituals that need to be completed. I’m not sure if this is the case all over China, but many of the rituals are now being replaced by more Western-style sessions.
- LiangYuZuan · It is a fusion, yes. They simplified the rituals for the groom’s sake, I think. But it is beautiful that he has been adopted into the family. ð I am surprised that this is shared to show a glimpse of a Chinese wedding, which is rare.
- LiangYuZuan · Kaldea, is there a renewal of vows ritual in Chinese tradition? Or the wedding is the one ritual for life and no need for renewal ceremony or to celebrate anniversary?
- April · I have the impression that there is no such custom. Only similar to the golden marriage, silver marriage, such the wedding anniversary.
- LiangYuZuan · Ahhh! Thanks. Now I know. ð
- Kaldea · The wedding process has quite a lot of elaborate rituals, but I have no recollection about the traditional celebrate anniversary. What I do know is that when a person reaches an advanced age, such as 70 or 80, his/her birthday is celebrated with great pomp and circumstance.
Embroidery Can Be So Relaxing to Watch. Practice Patience.
Modern day world is fast paced and fervent. Sometimes, one needs a slow down.
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- April · Turning a draft into a physical object really requires strong merit.ð
- Bea · Iâve been thinking about learning traditional embroidery. Relaxing video ð
- Ziazan · I would love to learn this type of embroidery. So elegant, it looks like brush strokes on a painting.
- LiangYuZuan · I know. ð She paints with threads.
