Zongzi is one of the traditional Chinese festival foods. It is made by wrapping glutinous rice, bean paste and other fillings in rice dumpling leaves.

Nowadays, zongzi has become a kind of delicacy with unique flavor and is very popular among people.

In addition to enjoying it as a delicacy, making crafts with rice dumpling leaves is also an interesting activity.

Here are some of the simplest ways to make rice dumpling leaves.

1. Zong leaf hanging decoration First, blanch the fresh zong leaves in boiling water, then dry them and set aside.

You can choose to cut the rice dumpling leaves into various shapes: such as circles, diamonds, pentagons, etc.

Then, thread the cut rice dumpling leaves through the thin thread to make a rice dumpling leaf hanging ornament.

You can color the hangings according to your personal imagination and add your favorite small decorations, such as small bells, ribbons, etc.

Finally, hang it on walls, doors, windows, etc. to add a festive atmosphere.

2. Origami rice dumpling leaves. Blanch the rice dumpling leaves in boiling water and then dry them.

Take a rice dumpling leaf, fold it in half into a rectangle, and then fold it in half again.

Next, align the short sides of both sides toward the middle, and then leave a small section that is not aligned and fold it like a fan.

Finally, use a small ring made of another rice dumpling leaf to fasten the folded part to complete the rice dumpling leaf origami.

You can color the origami paper according to your personal preference and add some small decorations, such as ribbons, beads, etc.

3. Zong Ye Lantern First, blanch the zong leaves in boiling water and then dry them.

Take a rice dumpling leaf, roll it up, and secure one end to form a cylinder.

Then, take a bamboo stick and insert it into each end of the cylinder to make it the handle of the lantern.

Then, you can add some small decorations to the lantern, such as ribbons, small light bulbs, etc.

Finally, hang the prepared rice dumpling leaf lanterns indoors or outdoors to bring a rich traditional atmosphere to the space.

All in all, making crafts with rice dumpling leaves is a fun and simple activity.

Hanging decorations, origami and lanterns made from rice dumpling leaves can not only increase the festive atmosphere, but also showcase personal creativity and artistic talents.

If you are interested in handicrafts, you might as well try making rice dumpling leaves and experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture.