Guizhou Nayong: Computerized Embroidery Machines Enter Village, Transforming Traditional Craft into “Fingertip Economy”‌
‌‌Location‌: Wanzicun Village, Zhuchang Township, Nayong County, Guizhou Province
‌‌Innovation Model‌: The village established the ‌Fu Na Batik Embroidery Cooperative‌, introducing computerized embroidery machines and CNC cutting beds to upgrade manual embroidery to mechanized production. By combining “traditional craftsmanship with modern technology,” the embroidery machines accomplish in ‌half an hour what previously took an embroiderer a full day‌, significantly boosting efficiency.1
‌‌Cultural Preservation‌: The machine-embroidered patterns retain traditional Miao ethnic motifs like ‌butterfly and bird designs‌. Experienced embroiderers supervise stitch direction to ensure mechanical production preserves the artistic essence of handcrafted work.1
‌‌Economic Impact‌: In 2025, the cooperative’s sales exceeded ‌100,000 RMB‌, with products sold to Beijing, Shanghai, and other major cities. Its annual output is projected to reach ‌3 million RMB‌, creating jobs for ‌31 villagers‌.