In 2009, The Chinese paper-cut was inscribed on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by the UNESCO. Chinese papercuts are rich in content. The auspicious designs ...

XOCHIMILCO, Mexico — Mexican artisans are struggling to preserve the traditional manufacture of paper cut-out decorations long used in altars for the Day of the Dead. Defying increasingly popular mass ...

Editor's note: Chinese paper-cut is an ancient folk art form that involves cutting intricate patterns and images from paper. This technique, deeply rooted in Chinese cultural traditions, is not only ...

From paper snowflakes to foraged wreaths and hand-printed wrap, we’ve got your walls, trees and presents covered Christmas can feel expensive, but adding a touch of festive cheer to your decor doesn’t ...

Alum and paper-cutting artist Bianca Levan begins with a sketch, laying out the main structures and composition of the piece, showing the negative space that she will cut away. (Courtesy) Bianca Levan ...

Polish ‘wycinanki’ are the beautiful paper cut-outs that can be found in shops and museums all over the world. Our step-by-step guide to their construction will help you make these colourful creations ...

At the International Grand Bazaar in Urumqi, capital of the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, Wang Ge, a paper-cutting artist, runs a small booth where dazzling examples of her work are on display in ...

Have you ever tried to create paper-cut art? You know, like folding up a piece of paper and then cutting little designs into it? It doesn’t seem that hard, right? That’s probably because you’re not ...