Kaohsiung Niaosong Chapel-Static Display

Sister Lin Yue-E is a member of the Zuoying Ward in the Kaohsiung North Stake and is now retired. She loves various types of handicrafts, enjoys playing simple and easy-to-learn musical instruments, and finds joy in traveling and making new friends.

Her artistic journey began in 2019, during the global COVID-19 pandemic when outdoor activities had nearly come to a halt. One day at home, she happened to see a friend share a pyrography artwork. The exquisiteness of the patterns deeply touched her. Once she decided to learn pyrography, she discovered that it was not only a form of artistic creation but also a way to express the soul.

Course Overview:

Pyrography is created by using a heated pen to burn designs onto wood. Every shade of depth and every thickness of line carries emotion and story. Through this delicate craft, Sister Lin records the moments of her life. Each piece is one of a kind—more than just pyrography, it is an artistic expression of passion, memory, and heartfelt emotion.

Sister Chen Ruiqin is a member of the Niaosong Ward. She works in home cleaning, but during her spare time, she loves drawing and crafting—especially “metal puzzles”. To her, metal puzzles are not only a craft that requires focus and patience, but also a uniquely creative and artistic form of expression.

In this exhibition, she will share her passion for metal puzzles and display several three-dimensional metal puzzle pieces she has personally completed. Each work features delicate structures and intricate details, showcasing the charm of 3D metal art.

Metal Puzzles — A Perfect Blend of Art and Creation

Metal puzzles are a special type of three-dimensional model made from laser-precision–cut metal sheets.

Assembly is simple: just remove the pieces from the steel sheet and follow the tabs to assemble step by step and a delicate piece of 3D work is completed—no glue required.

Metal puzzles come in a wide variety of themes, including buildings, vehicles, animals, accessories, and more. Each design features fine craftsmanship and unique characteristics. During the process of assembly, it not only brings the joy of crafting but also helps cultivate Focus, Patience, Logical thinking, Careful observation.

Depending on the number of pieces and the difficulty level, completing a project may take several hours. However, watching a flat metal sheet gradually transform into a three-dimensional structure brings an irreplaceable sense of accomplishment.

The charm of metal puzzles lies in this magical transformation “from flat to 3D.”

 Each finished piece represents the time, attention, and joy put into its creation.

She is delighted to share her works with the sisters and hopes everyone can experience the warmth and joy that handmade art brings.

Through the guidance of her second eldest sister, Sister Zheng Yu-Xiu came to know and follow Christ and actively participate in the gospel-centered life of the Church. She has always held a dream in her heart—to own a set of traditional Paiwan clothing. However, this dream has not been easy to fulfill, as traditional attire requires long hours of detailed hand embroidery. Since no ancestral garments were preserved in her family, she often felt a sense of envy when she saw others wearing traditional Paiwan clothing and hoped that one day she could have her own.

Through Relief Society classes, Sister Zheng met many sisters who shared skills, experiences, and love with one another. Sister Hong Li-Zhen selflessly taught her sewing and tailoring techniques, helping her discover her own gift in this craft. As she explored the world within her sewing box, she stitched patiently, as though weaving together the wisdom and endurance of her ancestors while creating cultural patterns uniquely of her own. She hopes to preserve these traditional arts and pass them on to future generations.

Sister Zheng was baptized in 1989 and served as a full-time missionary in the Taichung Mission and the Kaohsiung Mission in 1997. Her missionary service helped her deeply feel the power of the gospel and taught her to rely on the Lord’s guidance through challenges. Over the years, she has continued faithfully in Church service and currently serves as the Relief Society President, growing and sharing together with the sisters.

One of the most meaningful moments in her faith journey was completing the sealing ordinance in the temple 30 years after her baptism—performed in her ancestral mother-tongue name. This not only affirmed her faith but also strengthened her appreciation for her family’s culture and heritage.

These experiences have helped Sister Zheng understand how vital cultural and spiritual transmission is. She hopes to share her love and conviction with more people, inviting everyone to grow together in both faith and culture.

Course Overview:

Paiwan traditional attire reflects rich totemic embroidery techniques, including bead embroidery, cross-stitch, herringbone stitch, chain stitch, appliqué, and more. Each technique carries profound cultural significance. Sister Zheng’s works include:

• Southern Paiwan clothing
• Eastern Paiwan clothing
• Modified lightweight machine-embroidered clothing
• Hip bells
• Floral headpieces
• Beaded headpieces
• Beaded necklaces
  
• Beaded bracelets
• Earrings
  

Each piece embodies Sister Zheng’s deep respect and love for Paiwan culture. Through her craftsmanship, she hopes that more people can understand and appreciate the beauty and uniqueness of the Paiwan people.