Paper cutting is a traditional art in China, which emerged after the invention of paper in Han Dynasty, making its way along the route of paper till now. Papercuts are very popular in the countryside. The bright colors of red, green or light blue papercuts set off a merry atmosphere. It is popular to the people of the time; even in royal families ladies were also judged by the ability at papercut.

Most of the papercut artists are women. The themes of their works usually include everything in people's daily life from dumb things to the surroundings. Familiarity makes them understand the real spirit of the art.

The main tool for papercut is scissors. Once they are owned by a master of papercut, they will become so supernatural that the papercuts beyond imagination flow out of his/her hands. Another tool for paper cutting is engraving knives which are necessary to enhance a sharpened effect or to make a delicate job.