Qianxi county in Southwest China’s Guizhou Province has increased its support for the local embroidery industry, setting up embroidery workshops for local residents so that they can increase their income and pass on national cultural craftsmanship skills such as embroidery and batik, both important parts of China’s intangible cultural heritage. (Photos: people.cn)

A Miao woman works on a piece of embroidery in Honglin Yi and Miao township, Guizhou Province, August 19, 2021.

A Miao Woman tries on an embroidered cloth in front of the mirror in Honglin Yi and Miao township, Guizhou Province, August 19, 2021.

In recent years, broadening sales channels through e-commerce and live streaming platforms has popularized the traditional art form in both domestic and international markets.

Miao Women display embroidered cloth in Honglin Yi and Miao township, Guizhou Province, August 19, 2021.

Miao Women display embroidered dress in Honglin Yi and Miao township, Guizhou Province, August 19, 2021.