For example, when imitating Sun Wukong, they can make sharp and lively sounds, which seem to carry the liveliness and playfulness of the stone monkey.

It was as if the all-powerful stone monkey, who dared to wreak havoc in the Heavenly Palace, was jumping around right in front of me, able to travel 108,000 li in a single somersault.

When talking about Zhuge Liang, the tone becomes calm and wise, and every word reveals the composure and strategy of this wise man.

It was as if Zhuge Liang, with his feather fan and silk turban, was strategizing in his tent.

When portraying Lin Daiyu, her voice became delicate and mournful, perfectly capturing Lin Daiyu's sensitivity and fragility.

It's as if Lin Daiyu is holding a flower hoe, feeling sad and heartbroken amidst the falling flowers.

Their brilliant performances made them more popular than other storytellers, attracting a large number of loyal listeners.

Every day, the teahouse where they lived was packed with people, and many would rather stand than miss the fascinating stories.

Qin Qianlu initially anticipated that these classic works would be widely loved by the public, based on her profound understanding of the charm of famous works.

After all, they have withstood the test of time and possess endless wisdom and charm, so there are naturally many people who like them.

But she really didn't expect that these famous works would spread so quickly, like a swift and enthusiastic spring breeze.

With an unstoppable force, it swept through every corner of the city in an instant, permeating every level of Chengxiao.

Whether it's children laughing and playing in the streets and alleys, or elderly people with white hair sitting in front of their doors basking in the sun and reminiscing about the past, they all talk about these classic works with great relish.

The children would imitate Sun Wukong's movements, holding tree branches as if they were his golden cudgel and waving them in the air.

In their spare time, the elderly would chat with their neighbors about the strategies and wisdom of the characters from the Three Kingdoms period, or lament the unpredictable fates of the characters in Dream of the Red Chamber.

Today, Su Jinyun was forced to leave due to her busy official duties, leaving Qin Qianlu alone at home, where she suddenly felt extremely bored.

In the past, with Su Jinyun by his side, even just sitting quietly opposite each other, he could feel a sense of warmth and comfort.

But now, she was all alone in the huge house, so quiet that she could hear her own breathing.

She tried to browse books in the study, but found it difficult to concentrate; she also wanted to trim the flowers and plants in the garden, but couldn't muster the interest.

As she paced helplessly around the room, a novel idea suddenly flashed into her mind.

She thought to herself, why not take advantage of this free time today to make the dolls from those famous books?

She thought that the characters in these famous works have long been deeply rooted in people's hearts, and if they could be presented in the form of puppets, it might bring more unique fun to the people.

It can also present the characters in classic works to the public in a more intuitive and vivid way.

Imagining the surprised and delighted expressions on the faces of the people when they saw these dolls, Qin Qianluo felt as if she could see the characters from the book truly "walking" to the side of the people.

Adding a vibrant touch to their lives fills me with anticipation and excitement.

Some time ago, Qin Qianluo had already devoted herself to preparing the manuscript for making the doll.

She took this matter very seriously, and the images of the doll in her mind were all inspired by those unforgettable classic film and television works from her previous life.

Those vivid and lively characters shone like brilliant stars in the sky of her memory.

Every subtle expression and every unique gesture is deeply imprinted in her mind, as if they could emerge from their cocoons at any moment and leap out before her eyes.

In Qin Qianluo's carefully crafted vision, the craft of making these dolls is like a rich and colorful art palace, containing a wide variety of possibilities.

The most common and easiest way is to use cotton as the filling material.

Cotton is now a very common yet warm material in Chengxiao. It is soft and fluffy, as light as a cloud, and has a delicate and comfortable feel.

When it is stuffed into the doll's body, it is as if it gives the doll the warmth of life.

This transforms them into adorable, warm little cushions that evoke a sense of intimacy and coziness.

Even those who have never done handicrafts before can succeed as long as they have enthusiasm and are willing to calm down and learn and practice a little.

Thanks to the ease of handling cotton, one can quickly master the basic techniques of making dolls and create their own adorable figures, reaping a great sense of accomplishment.

Of course, for those who have a unique pursuit of doll materials and distinctive aesthetics, doll making has an even broader creative space.

For example, it can be carefully carved from wood.

Wood, a precious gift from nature to humankind, possesses an inherent simplicity and profoundness.

Each texture seems to be a mark etched by time, carrying the story of time.

Skilled craftsmen, with their carving knives, are like magicians who imbue wood with soul.

They are able to depict every expression and every movement of the doll with remarkable realism, vividly showcasing the character's charm and temperament.

This imbues the wooden dolls with an artistic flair and vitality, making them resemble exquisite wooden sculptures that exude a unique charm.

Alternatively, it can be shaped and fired in ceramic.

Ceramics, as a dazzling pearl in the long river of human civilization, with its delicate texture and warm luster, can endow dolls with an innate noble temperament.

From kneading and shaping the clay to meticulous painting, and then through the baptism of the high-temperature kiln, every step embodies the craftsman's hard work and wisdom.

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