Kim Stathis - Pysanky Egg - 3/9

Description

Pysanky is the Ukrainian Art of egg decorating using beeswax and dyes. The word comes from the verb pysaty, “to write”, as the designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax. Pysanka is often taken to mean any type of decorated egg, but it specifically refers to an egg created by the written wax method utilizing traditional folk motifs and designs. In addition, there are ritualistic and magical elements involved in which gifting and celebrating these eggs calls out to the gods and goddesses for health, fertility, love, wealth and so much more. I encourage you to Google Pysanka Ukrainian Eggs to see the most beautiful hand-decorated eggs on the planet.

My Pysanky Egg celebrates the tradition of Ukrainian egg decorating using off-loom bead weaving techniques to build a decorated structural beaded Egg. 

Stitches used – The primary stitches used are peyote and. netting stitches.  The necklace strap is made using a modified chenille stitch and built off of a Bezeled Beaded structural ring. Bead Loop and a beaded Button are used for the necklace closure.

Skill Level – Intermediate to Advanced. Students are expected to have experience making off-loom

beadwork projects and be proficient using peyote and netting stitches. The modified chenille stitch

will be taught in class.

The kit is mandatory and available from the instructor for $145 + Shipping

To attend this event, you will need a laptop or tablet, the Zoom Application that can easily be downloaded for either Windows, Apple, or Android devices, and a good internet connection.  After registering and paying for your class, you will be sent a link to the online class the week of the workshop. 

Class space is confirmed upon receipt of payment.  No refunds will be issued unless SocialBeadia cancels the class.  If you need to cancel, you may transfer your spot to another student, or you will receive all instructional materials and the option to purchase a kit if available. Under no circumstances will refunds be given if you have already received the class instructions. For questions, please contact sue@socialbeadia.com