2026 LNY - Chinese Paper Cutting workshop
Explore ancient Chinese culture through the art of paper cutting—simple, beautiful, and full of meaning, and create your own paper patterns.
Chinese paper cutting is a traditional folk art that dates back more than 1,500 years. Originating during the Han Dynasty after the invention of paper, it became a creative way for people to express wishes for good fortune, happiness, prosperity and protection.
These intricate designs are often created using red paper—symbolising luck and celebration—and feature motifs such as animals, flowers, zodiac signs, and symbols of harmony. Paper cuttings are commonly displayed on windows, doors, and lanterns, especially during festivals like Lunar New Year, weddings, and birthdays.
Today, Chinese paper cutting continues to thrive as a cultural tradition and an artistic expression, blending heritage with modern creativity.
Come and join us at our Chinese Paper Cutting workshop!
Discover how a simple sheet of red paper transforms into symbols of luck, joy and creativity.
This workshop is designed for people aged 16 and over and limited to Bayside Library members.
Please ensure that you arrive on time for this workshop.
If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, your booking will be automatically cancelled and your ticket will be given to someone in the queue.
For enquiries, please contact Sans Souci Library on 9562 1817.
Explore ancient Chinese culture through the art of paper cutting—simple, beautiful, and full of meaning, and create your own paper patterns.
Chinese paper cutting is a traditional folk art that dates back more than 1,500 years. Originating during the Han Dynasty after the invention of paper, it became a creative way for people to express wishes for good fortune, happiness, prosperity and protection.
These intricate designs are often created using red paper—symbolising luck and celebration—and feature motifs such as animals, flowers, zodiac signs, and symbols of harmony. Paper cuttings are commonly displayed on windows, doors, and lanterns, especially during festivals like Lunar New Year, weddings, and birthdays.
Today, Chinese paper cutting continues to thrive as a cultural tradition and an artistic expression, blending heritage with modern creativity.
Come and join us at our Chinese Paper Cutting workshop!
Discover how a simple sheet of red paper transforms into symbols of luck, joy and creativity.
This workshop is designed for people aged 16 and over and limited to Bayside Library members.
Please ensure that you arrive on time for this workshop.
If you arrive more than 15 minutes late, your booking will be automatically cancelled and your ticket will be given to someone in the queue.
For enquiries, please contact Sans Souci Library on 9562 1817.
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
Location
Sans Souci Library
104 Russell Avenue
Sans Souci, NSW 2219
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