中国结发源于远古时期，又称盘长结，每一个结都是从头到尾用一根红绳编织而成。当时还没有文字，人们为了记住某些事情，在一根绳上盘上不同的结以示记忆，这就是“结绳记事”。当时，人们用这种方法除了记住生产和生活中的重要事情之外，还是年轻人用于表达爱情的物品。
The Chinese knot was originated from the ancient times。It is also known as “woven knot” with each knot woven with one single red rope. There were no Chinese characters. To remember something, people make different knots on a rope to help with their memory. And this was called “keeping records by tying knots”. While helping people remember or record important things in life or production, the knots were also used by young people to express love.
作为一种装饰艺术品，中国结给人以纯朴、吉祥的印象。它内含浓郁的民族乡土气息，外形又很雅致，既体现远古时代的神秘，又体现中国人的灵秀。因此，它成为人们在节日期间室内悬挂，或互相赠送的物件。优美的造型、古色古香的韵味营造出祥和、吉利的气氛。
As an artistic decoration, the Chinese knot is simple and auspicious. It emits strong national and rural flavor. With graceful appearance, the Chinese knot carries the mystery of the ancient times and presents the wisdom of Chinese people. As a result, the Chinese knots are now used by people during festivities, who hang them in the room or give them to each other as gifts. The beautiful shape and ancient style jointly generate the lucky and auspicious festive air.
