As the Year of the Horse charges into full swing this February 2026, CGTN's Caroline Wu is trotting out a unique tradition – hand-sculpting palm-sized clay horses that capture the energy of this zodiac sign. 🎨 These miniature masterpieces blend ancient symbolism with modern creativity, offering a tactile way to connect with Lunar New Year celebrations sweeping across Asia this week.
"Each curve tells a story," Wu told NewspaperAmigo.com, demonstrating how she molds fèng shuǐ-inspired designs into her thumb-sized creations. "In 2026, we're seeing young artists reinvent traditions – my clay horses get #DIY tutorials on TikTok while honoring centuries-old craftsmanship."
The project comes as Lunar New Year markets from Seoul to Singapore report surging interest in handmade zodiac crafts. Wu's workshop video (complete with ASMR clay-squishing sounds 🎧) has already garnered 2M+ views, proving that in our digital age, hands-on cultural expression still gallops ahead.
