In an era marked by scarcity, rural folk made ingenious use of things like straw to make everyday items, like brooms.

In 2001, the people of Jenju (a.k.a. Zhenzhu) began integrating straw into art and DIY activities, like painting and mask making. Straw dragons that take to the streets every festival have been invited to perform in the plaza in front of the Presidential Office three times.

Taken straight from nature, these environmentally-friendly pieces of art would love to be taken home by you.