Intergenerational Heritage: The basket-weaving skills of three generations of a family hold the unchanging wisdom of life.

Grandma Chen's woven baskets were synonymous with "essential for survival." In the 1970s, every household in the village relied on basket weaving for a living, and Grandma's craftsmanship was universally acknowledged as the best. Her willow baskets were made only from natural willow branches, undergoing multiple processes such as washing and drying to ensure the branches were of uniform thickness. The joints were secured with wrapping, without a single nail. "Back then, baskets were used to carry rice and firewood, so sturdiness was paramount," Grandma explained, pointing to a well-preserved willow basket in the corner. Although the basket had developed a patina, it remained undeformed and crack-free, capable of bearing dozens of kilograms. This "practicality above all else" craftsmanship reflects the wisdom of the older generation in coping with life—using solid materials and meticulous workmanship, allowing an object to withstand the test of time.

When Lin's mother took over the craft, its application in daily life had changed. In the 1990s, woven baskets transitioned from farm tools to household items. She retained her grandmother's core principle of "sturdiness and durability," but innovated in the details: making the willow baskets lighter, rounding the edges to avoid discomfort, and adding simple patterns. Her storage baskets and vegetable baskets not only maintained the breathability of natural materials but also met the needs of urban families. "Before, weaving baskets was for making a living; now it's for making life easier." Her mother's woven baskets require no complicated tools and can be made at home. Neighbors and neighbors order custom baskets, supplementing their income and giving her craft a new purpose.

Her granddaughter's woven baskets are a combination of "aesthetics and practicality." As a post-95s generation, she integrates modern design concepts into traditional craftsmanship: using natural rattan and cotton rope to create uniquely styled storage baskets; adding embroidery and ornaments to the baskets transforms ordinary baskets into cultural and creative products. She also shares weaving tutorials through short videos, attracting a large number of netizens to learn. "Grandma taught me to weave baskets with care, and Mom taught me to adapt them to life. I want this craft to be loved by more people." Chen Nuo's woven baskets retain the environmental friendliness and durability of natural materials while also appealing to young people's aesthetics, and are sold throughout the country.

Three generations of her family have woven baskets, witnessing the changes in life, yet always adhering to the wisdom of "using solid materials, exquisite workmanship, and adapting to needs." This craft is not only a skill for making a living, but also a bond connecting family ties and passing on a philosophy of life—creating practical and useful items with one's own hands, so that each object embodies a love for life.