Ruo Li means bamboo hat and Ruo hat, which is a traditional Chinese folk hat.

Ruo Li is woven from bamboo and Ruo bamboo leaves. It is lightweight, breathable, sun-shading, and rain-proof, and is deeply loved by farmers and workers.

Ruo Li comes in various shapes, including wide-brimmed hats, domed hats, pointed hats, etc. Among them, the wide-brimmed hat is the most common, which can effectively block the sun and rain and protect the wearer's head and face. Ruoli also come in different colors, including solid colors, dyed ones, embroidered ones, etc. You can choose according to personal preferences and occasions.

Ruo Li has a long tradition in Chinese history, and there are records of its use as early as ancient times. In rural areas, Ruo Li is a necessary rainproof tool for farmers and workers. Whether they are plowing, planting or harvesting crops, you can see them working hard wearing Ruo Li. Ruo Li is also a part of traditional Chinese culture. It often appears in poems, songs, paintings and opera performances, and has become an important element in depicting rural life and labor scenes.

With the development of society and the advancement of technology, the scope of use of Ruo Li has gradually narrowed, becoming more of a folk handicraft and cultural symbol. However, Ruoli still retains its unique charm and value. It is not only a practical tool, but also a carrier of historical and cultural memory.

The making process of Ruo Li

The making process of Ruo Li mainly includes the following steps:

1. Select materials

Select High-quality bamboo and Ruo bamboo leaves are used as the main materials. Bamboo should be of tough texture and not easy to break, such as Moso bamboo, green bamboo, etc. The leaves of Ruo bamboo should be fresh, tender green and free of insects.

2. Make bamboo strips

Peel off the outer skin of bamboo and cut it into long and thin strips. These strips will be used to weave the frame and some edges of the Ruo Li.

3. Weave Ruo Li

Use these prepared strips to weave into a wide brim and crown according to a certain pattern. Ruo Li comes in various shapes, including wide-brimmed hats, pointed ones, etc., which mainly depends on the pattern of weaving.

4. Perfect the hat

The brim and top of the hat are glued together, trimmed and decorated to make them more durable and have a good appearance. Some exquisite ruo hats will also be coated with tung oil on the surface to increase the waterproofness.