Video tutorial of palm leaf woven fan

Palm leaf woven fan is a traditional handicraft. A detailed tutorial is given below.

1, preparation materials:

First of all, prepare tools and materials such as palm leaves, scissors, rulers and thin threads. Palm leaves can be bought at local flower markets or specialty handicraft shops, so be sure to choose fresh and soft palm leaves.

2, making fan bones:

Measure the required length with a ruler, and then cut palm leaves into appropriate sizes with scissors to make fan bones. The number of fan bones can be determined according to personal preference, usually 7-9.

3. Weaving department:

Put the fan bones evenly on the desktop and fix them together with thin lines. Starting from the middle position of the fan bone, fix one end of the palm leaf on the fan bone with a thin thread, and then start knitting. When weaving, we should pay attention to make each palm leaf firmly fixed on the fan bone to form a neat fan surface.

4, decoration department:

In the process of knitting, decorations can be added according to personal preference. For example, lace can be woven with colored silk thread or string at the edge of the fan, or a small flower can be added at the center of the fan. These decorations can increase the beauty and uniqueness of the fan.

5, improve the fan:

After weaving, check whether the fan is firm and loose. If necessary, the palm leaves can be fixed on the fan bones with thin lines again to ensure the quality and durability of the fan. Then trim the surplus palm leaves to make the shape of the fan more neat and beautiful.

Expand knowledge:

The origin of palm leaf woven fan: palm leaf woven fan originated in ancient China, which is a traditional cultural work of art, widely used in folk crafts, gifts, dance performances and other fields, with strong local characteristics and ethnic customs.

Selection and maintenance of palm leaves: Palm leaves are the key materials for making palm leaf woven fans. Fresh and soft palm leaves should be selected for weaving and keeping the elasticity of the fan. In the process of use, it is necessary to avoid strong sunlight and humid environment to prevent palm leaves from becoming hard or moldy.

Summary:

Making palm leaf woven fan requires preparing materials, making fan ribs, weaving fan, decorating fan and perfecting fan. After mastering the basic manufacturing skills and methods, we can process and improve according to our personal creativity, and make a unique palm leaf woven fan.