A pattern of dedication

Pushing the boundaries of the age-old practice, Cai puts blue-and-white patterns, inspired by Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) porcelain, on daily objects such as phone cases, umbrellas, curtains, pillows and accessories.

So far, more than 1,000 kinds of cultural products have been sold by her company.

"The charm and story behind the blue-and-white porcelain can be told through the way the young generation feels connected," Cai says, adding that porcelain can be stylish.

As a provincial-level inheritor of the blue-and-white porcelain-painting, she endeavors to pass on the craft by integrating the ancient charm of the wares with modern aesthetics. On video-sharing platform Douyin, Cai has posted more than 60 clips to popularize the craft and the culture behind it.