Amanda Smith – Australia

Ying Yang

Description

The tiger vs dragon energies are Chinese symbols of the struggle between positive and negative chi energies. In feng shui, the dragon vs tiger power struggle has one ultimate goal, the balancing of these two opposing powers. The dragon and tiger meanings of yin (female) and yang (male) demonstrate the need for balance. When these energies are balanced, harmony is created.

Materials

• Buntal mats
• Wire
• Raffia
• Vintage raffia braid
• Sinamay

Techniques

• Hat blocking
• wiring
• embroidery
• hand sewing