In preparation for the Lunar New Year, TPAS has co-organised a potong kertair merah (red paper cutting) demonstration together with the NUS Baba House as part of their Explore program where guests are free to explore the house at their own pace.

Red paper cutting is a Chinese folk art originating in the 6th century. These paper-cuts make especially favourable decorations or gifts, as they usually feature motifs that symbolise luck, well-wishes, and happiness for the year.

Traditionally, Peranakan Chinese families would make these intricate red paper cuttings to paste on tins of homemade cookies and kueh before gifting them to family and friends. Potong kertair merah is a simple yet thoughtful way to embellish your Lunar New Year gifts with an auspicious flourish!

DATE: Saturday, 19 Jan 2019
TIME: 4pm
VENUE: NUS Baba House, 157 Neil Road, Singapore 088883

About the Facilitators

Nyonya Linda Chee, 61, was the previous editor of The Peranakan Magazine. As a seventh-generation nyonya, she is steeped in the culture and has created red paper cuttings since she was a child.

Nyonya Samantha Tan, 18, is a young Nyonya promoting her heritage with a special passion for handicrafts.


To register, please email Nyonya Gwen Ong at: events@peranakan.org.sg by 16 January 2019.

Limited to 25 pax, TPAS members only.

Join us to revive a forgotten craft. Who knows? You may just discover a hidden talent!

Co-organised with the NUS Baba House