1. Prepare the required materials:
A large piece of paper or colored paper (preferably colored, you can choose blue, purple, pink and other colors representing Qixi).
Colored pencils, watercolor paints or colored pens.
Scissors.
Glue or double-sided tape.
Pictures and Illustrations: You can find pictures and illustrations about Chinese Valentine's Day on the Internet, or draw some yourself.
2. Develop a theme:
First, decide the theme of the handwritten newspaper. Chinese Valentine's Day is a traditional Valentine's Day in China, which is usually related to the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl. You can choose this story as the theme, or you can choose to emphasize the romance and love of Tanabata.
3. Design layout:
Sketch out the general layout of the handwritten newspaper on the paper. You can put the title at the top, and then arrange the text and illustrations below. Make sure the layout is neat and not crowded.
4. Add content:
Writing down the background and significance of Chinese Valentine's Day can tell the story of the Cowherd and the Weaver Girl, and also talk about the traditional customs and celebrations in Chinese Valentine's Day. Use beautiful fonts and colored text to enhance the visual effect.
5. Insert an illustration:
Add some pictures and illustrations to the handwritten newspaper to enrich the content and visual appeal. You can draw the image of a cowherd and a weaver girl, or add elements such as stars, bridges and magpies, all of which are related to Chinese Valentine's Day.
6. Decoration and finishing:
Use colored pencils, watercolor paints or colored pens to decorate handwritten newspapers. You can draw starry sky, flowers, love and other patterns in color to make handwritten newspapers more attractive.
7. Proofreading and polishing:
Carefully proofread the words on the handwritten newspaper to ensure that there are no spelling mistakes or grammatical problems. In addition, check the visual effect of the whole handwritten newspaper to see if it needs to be further polished or adjusted.
8. Complete the handwritten newspaper:
Finally, use glue or double-sided tape to stick all the elements on the paper to ensure that they are safe and firm. Let the handwritten newspaper dry in a dry place.
9. Show and share:
After completing the handwritten newspaper, you can display it on the windows or walls of your home, school or community to share Chinese Valentine's Day's good wishes and cultural background with your family, friends and classmates.