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01
Jan

A happy 2012 to one and all.  This year’s Chinese New Year is also coming early on 23rd January.  We are proud to launch our dragon collection to usher in the new year.

The Lunar New Year is a festive occasion celebrated by many around the world.  The year 2012 marks the year of the dragon, a symbol of power, strength, and good luck.
This new collection by Qua compromises of the auspicious dragon on some of our past popular products. Bring in the festive mood with Qua’s  Dragon Collection!

28
Dec

Jixiang or auspiciousness is not a unique idea in the Chinese culture, but the long history and variety of Chinese culture provides jixiang with rich content and forms. “Ji means good deeds; xiang is an indication of happiness.”

The crafts and functions associated with auspicious images are very rich. There are sculptures, paintings, embroideries, prints and dyeing, knitting, metal craft, lacquerware, porcelain, New Year’s paintings, and paper cuttings, along with architectural renderings, garments, containers, decorations, ritual objects, toys.

Qua has depicted Fu, Lu, Shou and Xi themes on the lacquerware representing prosperity (Fu), wealth (lu), longevity (Shou) and Xi (happiness). Though at different historic periods, different themes may dominate, these ones are always close to the common people and were spread widely and consistently in folk customs.

Ji Xiang Sayings

Fu, Lu, Shou and Xi

15
Dec

Auld Lang Syne

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The holidays are a well-deserved break from the office. Today we’ll look at gift items you could give to your colleagues and friends. Our desk collections are a great gift choice for the people you see almost every day. We have name card holders, boxes, pen holders, in-trays and many more!

And if you are looking for corporate gifts be sure to check out our corporate premium gifts available.

With that, it marks the end of our gift and décor special. Let us not forget that Christmas is a time of family and friends, where gifts brings joy to all your loved ones. Merry Chirstmas to you and Happy Holidays!

Everyone has that special someone they hold dear to their heart. It could be your best friend, a lover, your spouse or Siblings.

What better way than to give your female companion a place to store their delicate accessories available in a wide array of designs from our jewellery box collection. From intricate designs to lush smooth patterns, our jewellery box collection offers a variety of to choose from.

They say, a photo captures the moment forever. Give the gift of that beautiful moment spent with your loved ones, to be remembered forever. Secure it in our lacquered photo frames to be relived again.


Check out the Tangs Christmas store at the 4th level of Tangs Orchard for more choices of Qua lacquerware next to the Elephant Parade display.

 

If you are looking for gifts to bring home to your parents, the thought signifies the most. My parents are coffee lovers, to each rich cup of Jo, should follow a decorated plate of coaster. Our coaster collections are the perfect gift this Christmas to say “we share what you love”. Accompanied by our candle light holders to set the dining mood, be sure to have a memorable Christmas Eve dinner with your family.

17
Nov

It’s the time of the year again; where festive lights and joyous carols surround us, easily my favorite holiday of the year. Christmas shopping should be of no less, but it could be a daunting task at times. Still drawing blank as what you should get? Fret not, as over the week I’ll bring you a gift and décor special to help guide you to get the ideal present. Be sure to check back every alternate days!

23
Feb

I would like to share the recent work we have done for DBS Treasures.  We work in collaboration with Gryphon Tea and had very special blends of tea put in a pretty lacquer box.  This was given to the customers during CNY – perfect, as cherry blossoms represent “welcoming spring”.

Lacquered Tea Box

Lacquered Tea Box

People born in the years 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011 are rabbits in the chinese calendar.  Do you know anyone born in these years, and have the following characteristics?

The rabbit is one of the most delicate animals among all 12 animals. Rabbits are usually kind and sweet and of course, popular people. Nobody ignores them, for they are good company and know how to make the best of themselves.

A rabbit’s home is always a beautiful one cause Rabbit people are famous for their artistic sense and good taste. They are also usually well-dressed.

But even though they are popular and loved by their friends and family, rabbit people are also pessimistic. They are conservative and insecure, and that explains why most of them don’t like changes.   Calm as they are, it is not easy to provoke Rabbit people. They don’t like to argue and enjoy quiet, peaceful lives. They are also sentimental and compassionate. 

Give that rabbit friend something to remember this chinese new year.  A round trinket box or coaster set inlaid with mother of pearl the chinese word “rabbit”. rabbit year

I think I am losing my stamina.  Gone are the days when I could do a setup and run counters back to back.  For the last 2 weeks, we have been updating all our counters with CNY products and items, and it has taken a tow on me.  Today is the last one at Vivo City Atrium.  Check out the counters at Vivo City and Orchard Paragon Atriums.  You should be pleased with the wide galore of items which include CNY goodie box, platters for Lor Hei, bowls for mandarin oranges displays etc.
Vivo City Atrium at Level 1

Vivo City Atrium at Level 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Closeups of the CNY Goodie Boxes

Closeups of the CNY Goodie Boxes

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Qua's Bright Orange Rainbow Collection

Qua's Bright Orange Rainbow Collection