Huangshan willow weaving,deeply rooted and nurtured,has created a landscape of"flowers and greenery."As a representative project of municipal-level intangible cultural heritage,Huangshan willow weaving is flourishing in Dongcai Village,Huangshan Town,Luozhuang District,Linyi City,Shandong Province,especially during the early winter season.With willow branches everywhere and baskets piled up,local weaving enterprises and skilled weavers in the"Shared Prosperity Workshop"are busy making various willow woven products.
From small items like five-pointed stars,hearts,gourds,and vases to larger ones like picnic baskets,storage boxes,pet beds,and tents,these artisans breathe new life into willow branches,witnessing the enduring tradition of this craft originating from the Tang and Song dynasties.
Adjacent to the Yi River,Dongcai Village is renowned as the birthplace of Chinese willow weaving art.The village walls depict scenes of willow weaving,and landscape lamps in the streets and lanes showcase willow weaving product designs.Everywhere,the beauty of willow weaving culture is portrayed poetically and artistically.The"Encounter with Dongcai"rural homestay project has been popular among young people.To introduce Huangshan willow weaving,an intangible cultural heritage,to more young people,we have focused on incorporating willow weaving culture and art into the decoration of the village.We have upgraded the existing27guesthouses by adding hanging flower baskets,cat climbers,willow furniture,and other willow woven products.We've invested in over100locations for willow weaving displays and cultural materials.Since the upgrade in May this year,we have attracted over600visitors.Lin Maojie,the Party Secretary of Dongcai Branch,emphasizes the promotion of willow weaving products among young consumers.
To enhance tourists'sense of participation,enjoyment,and identification with the intangible cultural heritage of"Huangshan Willow Weaving,"Huangshan Town has also introduced personalized packages for willow weaving experiences called"Learning Willow Art in the Fields."The experience locations are set in old forests,where local artisans provide hands-on guidance on basket weaving,combining the serene and picturesque rural scenery with a comfortable learning atmosphere,offering tourists a better experience.On October15th,the visitation group of the"Hospitality Shandong,High-Quality Shandong,'I Love You'"event,which invited international students,came to Dongcai Village.The charm of willow weaving culture and the fascinating weaving craftsmanship received high praise and left a deep impression on the international visitors.
As early as the1970s,Huangshan Town successfully entered the international market with its superb weaving techniques such as"jing bian"(vertical weaving),"li bian"(upright weaving),and"ning bian"(twist weaving).Traditional willow woven baskets,as birthday gifts,have even been presented to the late Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom,demonstrating the outstanding quality of Huangshan willow weaving.To better cater to consumer demands,Huangshan willow weaving has integrated new materials and creativity into its product designs.It has innovatively introduced elements like ironwork,wood,and fur,infusing traditional willow weaving products with new vitality.It has gained numerous fans domestically and successfully expanded overseas,establishing stable partnerships with nearly20globally renowned enterprises such as Marks&Spencer,Walmart,and Amazon.
"In the vast tide of a thousand sails,countless boats vie for prominence."In the magnificent historical wave,Huangshan willow weaving shines like a firefly,promoting the cultivation and dissemination of intangible cultural heritage,and forming an impressive galaxy of stars.(Wang Qinglong,Wang Guoxing)
Translation in English:
Huangshan Town:"Encounter with Huangshan,"a Resplendent Intangible Cultural Heritage
In Huangshan Town's Dongcai Village,located in Luozhuang District,Linyi City,Shandong Province,the locally grown willows paint a vibrant scene of"flourishing flowers and greenery."This town's willow weaving tradition is representative of a municipal-level intangible cultural heritage.During the early winter season,as Christmas approaches,neighboring willow weaving enterprises and the skilled artisans in the"Shared Prosperity Workshop"are busy creating various willow woven products.From small items such as five-pointed stars,hearts,gourds,and vases to larger ones like picnic baskets,storage boxes,pet beds,and tents,the willow branches are transformed into enchanting works of art.This ancient craft,originating from the Tang and Song dynasties,continues to be passed down through generations.
Dongcai Village,nestled by the Yi River,is known as the birthplace of Chinese willow weaving art.The village showcases its deep connection to this art form through carefully painted scenes of willow weaving on its walls and landscape lamps that illuminate the streets,featuring designs inspired by willow woven products.At every corner,the poetry and charm of willow weaving culture come to life.The"Encounter with Dongcai"rural homestay project has become increasingly popular among young people.To introduce the intangible cultural heritage of Huangshan willow weaving to a wider audience,efforts have been made to incorporate willow weaving culture and art into the village's decoration.The existing27guesthouses have been renovated and upgraded,incorporating hanging flower baskets,cat climbing towers,willow furniture,and other willow woven products.Over100locations have been adorned with willow weaving displays and cultural materials.Since the upgrade in May of this year,over600visitors have been attracted to the village.Lin Maojie,the Party Secretary of Dongcai Branch,believes in the importance of attracting young consumers to appreciate and support willow weaving products.
To enhance tourists'engagement,satisfaction,and sense of belonging to the intangible cultural heritage of"Huangshan Willow Weaving,"Huangshan Town has introduced personalized"Learning Willow Art in the Fields"packages.These experiences take place in scenic old forests,where local artisans provide hands-on guidance in the process of weaving baskets.The combination of tranquil rural scenery and a relaxed learning atmosphere creates a memorable experience for visitors.On October15th,a visiting group comprised of international students participated in the"Hospitality Shandong,High-Quality Shandong,'I Love You'"event and visited Dongcai Village.The captivating allure of willow weaving culture and the delightful weaving techniques deeply impressed the international visitors.
As early as the1970s,Huangshan Town gained international recognition for its exceptional weaving techniques such as"jing bian"(vertical weaving),"li bian"(upright weaving),and"ning bian"(twist weaving).Traditional willow woven baskets,including a gift presented to the late Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom,showcased the remarkable quality of Huangshan willow weaving.To meet the demands of consumers,Huangshan willow weaving has incorporated new materials and creative designs into its products.Elements like ironwork,wood,and fur have been innovatively integrated,infusing traditional willow woven products with a fresh vibrancy.The craft has gained numerous admirers domestically and successfully expanded its reach internationally,establishing stable partnerships with nearly20globally renowned enterprises including Marks&Spencer,Walmart,and Amazon.
"In the vast tidal wave of a thousand sails,countless boats compete for attention."Amidst this grand historical wave,Huangshan willow weaving shines like a firefly,promoting the cultivation,dissemination,and merger of intangible cultural heritage,forming a dazzling galaxy of stars.(WangQinglongWangGuoxing)
