The human resources and social security bureau of Qingdao West Coast New Area recently organized a Chinese pastry training course for women in Huangzhuang village to improve their skills and help increase their income.

A trainer shows how to make patterns during a Chinese pastry training course for rural women in Qingdao West Coast New Area on June 29. [Photo/IC]

Women in Huangzhuang village try their hands at making traditional Chinese pastries during a training course. [Photo/IC]

The trainer shows how to make patterns. [Photo/IC]

The trainer helps rural women improve their Chinese pastry making skills. [Photo/IC]