The making process of Noodler Zhu Bajie

The production process of Noodle Man Zhu Bajie includes raw material preparation, dough making, carving and shaping, coloring and painting, and finished product processing.

Mian Ren Zhu Bajie is a traditional handicraft, Mian Ren (Caozhou Mian Ren), a traditional art in Mudan District, Heze City, Shandong Province, and one of the national intangible cultural heritages.

1.Raw material preparation

The raw materials required to make the Noodle Man Zhu Bajie mainly include white flour, charcoal powder, glue, paint, etc. These raw materials need to be prepared in advance and their quality and safety ensured.

2. Dough making

First mix white flour and appropriate amount of water and knead into a uniform dough. The dough should remain soft and malleable for subsequent carving and shaping.

3. Carving and shaping

Use professional carving tools to carve and shape the dough carefully according to the design draft or template. It should be noted that the carving process must be careful and patient to ensure that the details and expressions of the Mianren Zhu Bajie can be accurately reproduced.

4. Paint and paint

After completing the carving and shaping, color the face man Zhu Bajie according to actual needs. Can be painted using a variety of pigments to show different skin tones, clothing and details. After painting is completed, a layer of clear paint is needed to protect the color and increase gloss.

5. Finished product processing

After the painted and painted Mianzhu Bajie is completely dry, the final processing is carried out. This includes detail work such as sanding, trimming and decorating. Through these steps, the texture of the Mianren Zhu Bajie can be made smoother, while its shape and details can also be highlighted.

6. Expand knowledge

The production process of the traditional Noodles Zhu Bajie is very complicated and requires experienced craftsmen to complete it.

With the development of modern technology, some mechanized or semi-mechanized production methods have also emerged, but manual production is still the most detail-oriented and artistic method. As a traditional cultural artwork, the Mianren Zhu Bajie has high collection and appreciation value. It not only displays the exquisite skills of folk crafts, but also inherits the traditional Chinese culture.