Silk-Wrapped Flower Hairpin · Bamboo Leaf

This silk-wrapped flower hairpin uses chan hua, one of China's intangible cultural heritage crafts, often described as embroidery without cloth: silk thread is wound in one tight direction over a paper core until the core disappears. The winding leaves an edge no cloth flower can match — crisp lines, sharp folds. Once made for bridal ornaments and temple offerings, each piece still takes a full working day or more of winding. Because every petal is wound by hand over its paper core, size and posture vary slightly from piece to piece.

Title: Silk-Wrapped Flower Hairpin
Subject: Floral · Hair ornament
Mediums: Mulberry silk thread, color-preserving copper wire, paper core.
Craft: Silk-wrapped flower (chan hua), a Chinese intangible cultural heritage; entirely handmade
Rarity: One of a kind — every petal is wound by hand
Size: Overall approx. 140 × 50 mm; longest leaf approx. 50 mm. Attachment and chain options pending confirmation. Handmade measurements may vary slightly.
Packaging: Ships in a protective gift box
Need more information? Contact us.

Keep it away from water above all: water softens the paper core, and once the petal loses its support it will not recover. If it catches damp, blot gently with a dry cotton swab. Avoid oils, perfume and knits or zips that can snag the thread. Move slowly when adjusting the shape — copper wire breaks if bent back and forth too often. Store flat in its own box with a small sachet of desiccant, and dust with a soft brush. Never wash or wipe with a wet cloth.