Hmong textile art (paj ntaub or "flower cloth" in the Hmong language) holds deep cultural and spiritual significance. Interestingly, the patterns, techniques, and colours that go into creating each textile can be traced to different geographic regions and cultural subgroups within Asia. Hmong-American research intern, Pachia Vang, introduces us to two pieces of flower cloth made by White Hmong artisans in Luang Prabang. The “dab tsho” (pronounced da-chaw) and “tw siv” (pronounced teu-shee), are

Sailor Hmong 🌙 Great cosplay incorporated with Hmong Traditional Dress. The Hmong people are an indigenous group in East and Southeast Asia.The modern Hmong reside mainly in Southwest China (Guizhou, Yunnan, Sichuan, Chongqing, and Guangxi) and countries in Southeast Asia such as Vietnam, Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar. video source: Houa Vang https://www.facebook.com/houavangphotography | Sailormoon Collectors Philippines

Happy Hmong New Year 2024 The Hmong New Year Celebration has been held in many places and provinces in Laos. While the large event takes place in Xieng Khouang province, people in Vientiane can also enjoy this colourful ceremony in Vientiane and nearby, where there is a Hmong community. The nearest one is at Ban Samket, Sikhittabong district, Vientiane Capital. The event occurs in the Samphan Market area, near Mother and Child Hospital. Some others are at Ban Nasala, Xaythany district, Vientiane