Experience the conventional Chinese folk craft of Paper Cutting guided by our skillful craftspersons, alongside the rich culture and vast history behind this art form!
Chinese paper cutting (jiǎnzhǐ) is the earliest form of paper craft.And nowadays it is still very popular. Since the invention of paper by the Chinese in 105 AD, it has been used for this traditional decorative folk art.
Cut-paper designs are commonly posted on windows and doors all around China and are sometimes also called “chuāng huā”, meaning “window flower”. Many of the designs are unbelievably intricate and wonderful!
If you are interested in Chinese paper-cutting, don’t hesitate to attend our paper-cutting class where we’ll teach you all of the methods and tricks used by professional paper cutters and the culture of whole paper cutting history!
Points of Interest
- 淮海中路1690号
- Take home your artistic creations!
- Complimentary water and tea provided
- Class set in charming French Concession
- Learn the fundamentals of Chinese paper cutting
- Access to free wifi
- Immerse in a 2-hour Chinese cultural experience in Shanghai
- Explore a local, historic Shanghai villa
- Soft drinks or beer
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.