After the fifth day of the first lunar month, you can use needles and thread. According to traditional Chinese customs, it is not allowed to use needles and thread before the fifth day of the first lunar month. The fifth day of the first lunar month is called "Breaking the Fifth," which symbolizes that many taboos can be lifted. If the fabric is not severely damaged, it can be mended after the fifth day of the first lunar month.
The first lunar month marks the beginning of the year, and people believe that it represents a thriving source of vitality. How well the first lunar month goes often directly affects our overall fortune for the entire year. Therefore, during the first lunar month, we should not do needlework, as it may lead to family disharmony, marital conflicts, or even bloodshed.
Why can't you do needlework at night?
In the past, lighting conditions were very limited, and people used oil lamps or candles as light sources at night.Such dim lighting is not conducive to identifying small needle holes and stitches. Therefore, doing needlework at night is prone to mistakes, and even could result in self-injury. Additionally, visual fatigue is relatively high at night, and prolonged focus on small objects can worsen eye fatigue and potentially harm vision. Moreover, there may be some dangerous tasks at night, such as cutting fabric or using sharp tools, which could lead to accidents and pose a threat to health.
Women in the postpartum period can do needlework.
However, since their bodies are weak during this period, they should pay attention to rest and can do some simple needlework, but should not overexert themselves. Moreover, doing a lot of needlework can also be very harmful to the eyes. The postpartum recovery period is very critical, so there are many precautions to take, especially paying attention to keeping the body warm. At the same time, when taking a bath, it is important to maintain an appropriate water temperature and avoid long baths, as these are not beneficial to the body.
