Year of the Wood Snake – CNY Red Packet

Welcome the Enigmatic Year of the Wood Snake

Let’s collectively usher in the Lunar New Year of 2025 with our unique and elegant Wood Snake Red Packets. As we step into the sixth year of the 12-year Chinese Zodiac cycle, these red packets offer a perfect blend of tradition and modern design, making them ideal for gifting and collecting.

Exquisite Craftsmanship and Design

• Material: Printed on 145gsm iridescent paper that catches the light beautifully.
• Finish: Adorned with a gold hot-stamp finish for a touch of luxury.
• Size: Each packet measures 85mm wide by 170mm tall, featuring a vertical design.
• Colors: Please note that colors may vary slightly from what is seen on screen due to differences in monitor settings.
• Quantities: Available in packs of 4, 8, 12, 24, or 48. Bulk pricing options are available for larger quantities. Contact us for pricing details.

Special Features

• Limited Edition: Be a part of our unique 12-year project by collecting these limited edition red packets.
• Perfect for Every Occasion: Ideal for weddings, birthdays, baby showers, and especially the Lunar New Year.
• Collectible Item: Save at least one red packet in your collection to cherish this special year.

Order Now and Add Prosperity to Your Celebrations

Don't miss out on this opportunity to own a piece of cultural heritage. Order now and be ready to spread joy and prosperity with these stunning Wood Snake Red Packets during the 2025 Lunar New Year, starting on Wednesday, January 29th.

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Rich Symbolism and Cultural Heritage

• Ancient Inspiration: The original snake design is inspired by the ancient art of Chinese paper cutting, symbolizing power, wisdom, and prosperity.
• Significance of Red Packets: Traditionally used in East and Southeast Asian cultures, red packets (also known as Ang Pao or Hong Bao) symbolize good luck and ward off evil. They are customary gifts for special occasions, especially during the Lunar New Year.

The Chinese Zodiac and the Wood Snake

The Chinese Zodiac, based on a 12-year cycle, assigns an animal and one of the five elements to each year. 2025 is the Year of the Wood Snake, known for opportunities for innovation and creative expression. This year symbolizes a transformative time for shedding old habits and embracing new habits through inspired action and calm composure. Learn about the legendary race organized by the Jade Emperor and the Snake's sixth-place finish, exemplifying resourcefulness and composure.

The Year of the Wood Snake

The Snake is the sixth animal in the Chinese Zodiac that follows the Dragon.

In the ancient story of the Great Race hosted by the Jade Emperor, the Snake earned its sixth place through intelligence and strategy. Although the Snake wasn't the fastest swimmer, it felied on strategy to outwit its competitors.

During the race, the Snake found an opportunity to hitch a ride unnoticed on the Horse’s leg. While the Horse galloped confidently toward the finish line, unaware of its passenger, the Snake waited for the perfect moment. Just as they approached the end, the Snake uncoiled and slithered ahead, startling the Horse and crossing the line in sixth place.

The Jade Emperor admired the Snake’s resourcefulness and intelligence, granting it the sixth spot in the Chinese Zodiac. This story highlights the Snake’s ability to use strategy and observation rather than brute force, embodying qualities of adaptability and sharp thinking.

(*This story is widespread and varies slightly among Chinese mythology).

The Snake is considered an auspicious symbol in the Chinese zodiac. It is seen as a strong symbol of wisdom, intuition, deep thinking and elegance.

People born in the year of the Snake are known to be insightful, charming and composed. They are also viewed as being resourceful and naturally intuitive, mysteriuos and can thrive under pressure. Their shadow side includes secretive, prone to overthinking, manipulative and aloof. 

You are born in the year of the Snake if you were born in 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, or 2025.

What the Wood Snake invites in 2025

2025, the Year of the Wood Snake invites us to take insightful action by trusting our inner wisdom. The Wood element enhances the Snake's natural creativity, encouraging us to think outside the box, practice innovation and take calculated steps toward transformation.

2025 is a year to harness the Snake's calm and intuitive energy to help us shed old habits and embrace new beginnings.

This year the Lunar New Year falls on Wednesday January 29th.