
On the afternoon of July 21, the Group Women's Federation organized a traditional Chinese medicine sachet handicraft-making activity for female employees, guiding them to explore traditional Chinese medicine culture, create their own personalized herbal guardians, and immerse themselves in the unique charm of traditional intangible cultural heritage and TCM wellness practices.
At the event, participants learned about the thousand-year cultural lineage of sachets, which originated in the pre-Qin period, flourished during the Han and Tang dynasties, and reached their zenith in the Ming and Qing dynasties. Originally wellness accessories for the imperial court, they gradually entered folk traditions and became cherished objects for warding off pestilence, preserving health, and conveying beautiful aspirations.
Staff members provided detailed instructions on the DIY process, preparing colorful fabrics, silk threads, medicinal herbs, and other materials. They shared classic herbal formulas featuring lavender, clove, patchouli, mugwort leaves, dried tangerine peel, honeysuckle, and acorus, explaining their wellness benefits—including aromatic purification, mosquito repellence and calming effects, and dampness-dispelling, spleen-invigorating properties.
The female employees carefully followed the instructions, filling, sealing, tying, and decorating their sachets. One by one, exquisite and practical traditional Chinese medicine sachets took shape.
The event also included guidance on safe use and storage: sachets are for external use only and must not be ingested; they should be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and high temperatures; and the herbs should be replaced approximately every two weeks to maintain their wellness efficacy.
This activity allowed participants to experience the joy of handcrafting, carry forward traditional wisdom, and embrace both health and elegance.