It took Ye two weeks to draw and make Farewell My Concubine. He did not cut two of the characters in this story;instead, he 65. used (use ) flowers and curves to represent the heroine of the story.Cutting paper is like living life, abandoning fear and hesitation and being not ...
When it comes to Chinese paper-cutting many think of peonies (牡丹) in red or the Chinese characters fu,meaning luck.To change those stereotypes and make paper-cutting (1) (creative) Ye Kaiyuan,a paper-cutting artist from Fujian province,worked many years to make the traditional art (2) ...
Experts recommend people deadhead peonies when they start to fade. Rather than just extracting the head, they should cut the plant back to its leaf bud. Doing so will help keep the rest of the bloom healthy and the surrounding area tidy. How do I get more flowers on my peonies? Try ...
(Peonies planted too deep will grow, but they’ll bloom poorly or not at all.) It may take two years for these three-eye divisions to become large enough to bloom again. Dividing the plants into larger root pieces will produce bigger plants and flowers sooner. On the ease-of-dividing ...
If your lilacs have become overgrown, it’s important to know how to properly cut them back to keep them healthy and looking their best. Overgrown lilacs can become unsightly and may even stop producing flowers altogether. Here are some tips to help you deal with overgrown lilacs: ...
When it comes to Chinese paper-cutting, many think of peonies in red or the Chinese character fu.To change those stereotypes (刻板印象) and make paper-cutting more creative, Ye Kaiyuan, a paper-cutting artist from Zhangzhou, Fujian Province, has worked many years to make the traditional art...
If removing an entire branch from the parent branch, cut as close to the parent branch as possible. If a branch collar is evident, cut just outside of it. If shortening a branch or removing dead wood, make the cut just above a bud node on the branch you are removing. In this case...
Certain elements have remained beloved through the years, and incorporating them can lend an air of sophistication. Think about classic flowers like roses or peonies, elegant table settings with fine china, and traditional vows. These timeless details can ground your theme and make it feel everlasti...
The Million Roses flowers go through a special treatment process that allows them to keep their fresh-cut appearance for up to three years. They require no watering or special treatment. The stylish box comes in suede, metallic or other options. We love the single long-lasting rose in a ...
"We have been taught a lot about flowers, I knew about the simple details on certain things about how to cut flowers, maintain and unwrap them." Ms Gathumbi is not the biggest fan of roses, her favourite flowers are hydrangeas and peonies. ...