Compare with the other embroideries, Xiang Xiu is unique in terms of tiger patterns. Although it features techniques of painting, engraving, calligraphy, and embroidery, it is generally based on the Chinese painting. Now, Xiang Xiu has developed a new unmatched embroidery product -- Double-face and Different Images Embroidery --, which features different images and colors on each side of the transparent chiffon.

As it is mainly produced around Chengdu of Sichuan Province, Shu Xiu is also called "Chuan Embroidery." It possesses a long history although the Chuan style was formed in the middle of the Qing Dynasty. The materials adopted for such embroidery are local-produced soft satin and colorful threads. The threads are neatly and thickly used and the colors are elaborately arranged.

Shu Xiu is characterized by delicate needling, even stitches, bright threads, closeness, and softness in texture. Its theme mainly covers animals and plants in the nature, especially pandas and fish. The embroidered products include mirror curtain, wedding dress, hats, and shoes, with the main themes of auspicious happiness.

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