Traditional knot art is a traditional art project in the first batch of representative projects of municipal intangible cultural heritage in Huai'an. Historical origins The tradition of knot art is as long as the history of mankind. The origin of Chinese knot art can be traced back to the ancient knotting chronicles. "Rope" is homophonic with "god". Chinese culture once worshipped ropes in the formative stage. According to written records: "Nuwa pulled the rope in the mud and raised it to make a person." The rope is like a coiled snake dragon. The Chinese are descendants of the dragon. In prehistoric times, the image of the dragon god was reflected by the changes of knots. The word "knot" is also a word that represents strength, harmony, and is full of emotion. Whether it is combination, friendship, affinity, unity, result, or tying a couple and being together forever, "knot" gives people a sense of reunion, intimacy, and warmth. "Knot" is homophonic with "good luck". "Good luck" has rich and colorful content. Fortune, wealth, longevity, happiness, wealth, peace, and health all belong to the category of good luck. "Good luck" is the eternal pursuit of mankind. The vital folk art of "knot" is naturally the essence of Chinese traditional culture, flourishing for a long time and spreading to this day. In the Ming and Qing Dynasties and the Republic of China, Chinese knots were widely circulated among the people on both sides of the Yangtze River and in the Jianghuai River Basin. It is widely used in public places such as cities, families, and courts to create a festive atmosphere. The docks of the canal and the shops on the long street would hang Chinese knots every year during festivals or holidays to show good luck and good fortune. During the Cultural Revolution, Chinese knots almost disappeared. Since the 1980s, with the rise of Chinese knots across the country, Chinese knots can be seen hanging almost everywhere in the streets and alleys of Huai'an. The charm of knot art Chinese knots, each knot is made of a silk thread from beginning to end, and each basic knot is named according to its shape and meaning. Combining different knots with each other, or matching them with other ornaments with auspicious patterns, a unique shape, colorful, profound meaning and rich connotation of traditional Chinese auspicious decorative items are formed. Chinese knots are not only beautiful in shape and color, but also named for their shapes and meanings, such as the long loop knot, the caisson knot, the double coin knot, etc., which embody the essence of ancient Chinese culture and reflect people's good wishes for truth, goodness and beauty. A "long loop knot" is decorated on the hook of a newlywed tent, implying that a couple in love will always be together and never separate. A "Ruyi knot" is decorated on a jade pendant, which is extended to mean satisfaction and everything goes well. A "auspicious knot" is decorated on a fan, representing good luck and good fortune. On the Dragon Boat Festival, colorful silk threads are woven into ropes and hung around children's necks to ward off evil spirits, which are called "long life ropes". In order to drive away diseases and disasters in the year of birth, a red rope is tied around the waist. All of these are using the silent language of "knots" to convey auspiciousness. Chinese people often use euphemistic and obscure forms to express their love. Knots thus serve as tokens of love between men and women. The strands of silk ropes are woven into knots and given to each other, which contain endless love and longing. Knots were widely used in ancient Chinese life. The earliest clothes did not have buttons and zippers like today, and clothes were mostly tied with knots. Chinese people have always had the habit of wearing ornaments, which are basically tied to clothes by threading ropes and tying knots. Around the early 1990s, the traditional art of knot art was discovered by modern people. A small knot not only connects us with the thoughts and feelings of our ancestors, but also enriches the lives and spiritual world of modern people with its profound cultural connotations. Chinese knots are combined with modern life and have developed into multiple products, including two major series: auspicious pendants and braided clothing. Each series includes multiple varieties, such as auspicious ornaments: large wall hangings, indoor hangings, car hangings, etc.; knitted clothing: rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, belts, classical buttons, etc. Its colors and shapes are becoming more and more diverse, such as: Tang Monk seeking scriptures, Eight Immortals crossing the sea, carp jumping over the dragon gate, golden baby playing with pearls, dragon and wind bringing good luck, colorful fans stepping on brocade, attracting wealth and treasure, golden snake dancing, twelve zodiac animals, etc., all of which are lifelike, showing people auspicious and beautiful wishes, and presenting a harmonious and happy life. (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.) (No pictures yet, welcome to provide.)