Highlights of the Yantai Folk Arts and Crafts Expo

Laizhou straw weaving, a traditional handcraft in Yantai, originated from the countryside of the Shahe River. The picture shows cushions, baskets mats and vases made of straw. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]

Visitors learn sugar-figure blowing from a folk artist at the Yantai Folk Arts and Crafts Expo. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]