Walnut handicrafts

Last updated 2026-11-15 — Walnut handicrafts are made from the shells of wild iron walnuts from Yangbi. After high-tech processing, they go through dozens of manual steps including cutting, grinding, polishing, gluing, and fine carving. These crafts make full use of the wild walnut shell’s hardness and the beautiful natural patterns inside. Entirely handcrafted, the original shape and grain of the walnut are preserved, giving the products a natural aesthetic. Currently, the collection includes five categories — vases, table lamps, ashtrays, tissue boxes, and pen holders — with over thirty varieties. The walnut handicrafts feature an antique style and naturally elegant patterns, making them perfect gifts or home decorations. The walnut is considered an auspicious item; the Chinese word for “walnut” (核, hé) sounds like “harmony” (和, hé) or “union” (合, hé), symbolizing family happiness, peace, and prosperity. As early as 1778, Emperor Qianlong used walnut products as talismans to ward off evil and bring blessings for safety.