Crafting a fan involves numerous meticulous stages. (Photo: VNA)
Sau, a craftswoman with 50 years of experience, carefully selects the main bamboo ribs for the fan. (Photo: VNA)
The process of pasting paper onto the fan frame requires skillful hands to shape the product’s distinctive appearance. (Photo: VNA)
Machinery is used to support production, improving efficiency while maintaining core traditional processes. (Photo: VNA)
Nails are hammered in by hand to secure the ribs, ensuring durability. (Photo: VNA)
The artisan’s hands gently smooth glue over each layer of paper, preserving the spirit of craftsmanship in every fan. (Photo: VNA)
Digital transformation promotes Chang Son fan-making craft
Amid the pace of modern life, Chang Son fan-making village in Thach That district, Hanoi, is not only working to preserve its traditional craft but also embracing technology in production and promotion.