Paper Cutting
Hmong papercutting is distinctly different from the paper cuttings we commonly see on windows. It serves as the foundational blueprint for Hmong aesthetic patterns and is inseparably connected to Hmong embroidery. With skilled hands, Hmong women use delicate, small scissors and what appears to be ordinary paper to craft colorful and vibrant story worlds. Within these creations lie the rich history of the Hmong people, mysterious mythological legends, and a deep reverence for and awe of nature. This is the unique charm of Hmong papercutting.
