Made of bamboo, a sustainable and eco-friendly raw material, the fans are handmade by skilled artists who have passed on their skills over generations. Besides being a beautiful work of art, they also have symbolic significance. They are considered a sign of friendship and hospitality and are often given as gifts to friends and family. Moreover, they symbolise the recipient’s wishes for a long and healthy life. Good to know if you are buying the bamboo fan for yourself, of course.
1. Preparing the threads – The threads are gathered and organized, ensuring they are clean and free from tangles before starting the weaving process.
2. Spinning the thread – The threads are spun to achieve the desired texture and strength, which may involve twisting or stretching them to the right consistency.
3. Connecting thread ends – The ends of the threads are securely connected to form a continuous length, with no loose or weak spots.
4. Weaving thread with bamboo string into fan – The thread is woven with the bamboo string according to the fan design, involving careful interlacing to create the intended pattern and structure.
5. Trimming the bamboo part – Any excess bamboo is trimmed to refine the shape and ensure a neat appearance of the fan.
6. Folding the fan and tying the tassels – tassels are attached and tied to the fan for added decoration and flair, ensuring they are securely fastened and evenly spaced.