Beginner Pysanky

Lorrie Popow and Donna Wolfe have loved the art of pysanky since both of them have been children. This book is a step-by-step tutorial on how to create the beautiful egg art that originated in Ukraine a very long time ago. Text, illustrations, and full-color photos will guide you through selecting an egg, preparing dyes, writing with wax and a kistka, and varnishing a pysanka.

Lorrie and Donna have loved and respected the Ukrainian egg art known as pysanky for most of their lives. Pysanky and More is a follow up to their Beginner Pysanky publication. Text and full-color photos will guide you through several techniques that have developed from the traditional art of pysanky. These include creating jewelry, mosaics, ornaments, working with exotic eggs, ink dyeing, etching, and more.

The art of decorating eggs has a Ukrainian history long antedating Christianity, but has become associated with Easter, when adults and children indulge their love of design and colour in spectacular painted eggs. The designs reproduced in this book are described in detail, creating a veritable pysanky design encyclopaedia by explaining and illustrating the fascinating symbolism of each traditional motif. Pysanky gift eggs can be made for newlyweds, for those embarking on new careers, for anyone in need of solace, for birthdays and anniversaries, and other occasions. With this exciting addition to the International Design Library Series, everyone can learn the creative arts and skills of this well-loved traditional craft.

From acclaimed author Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch, this incredibly gripping and timely story set during the Holodomor in 1930s Ukraine introduces young readers to a pivotal moment in history-- and how it relates to the events of today. Nyl is just trying to stay alive. Ever since the Soviet dictator, Stalin, started to take control of farms like the one Nyl's family lives on, there is less and less food to go around. On top of bad harvests and a harsh winter, conditions worsen until it's clear the lack of food is not just chance... but a murderous plan leading all the way to Stalin. Alice has recently arrived from Canada with her father, who is here to work for the Soviets... until Alice realizes that the people suffering the most are all ethnically Ukrainian, like Nyl. Something is very wrong, and Alice is determined to help. Desperate, Nyl and Alice come up with an audacious plan that could save both of them -- and their community. But can they survive long enough to succeed? Known as the Holodomor, or death by starvation, Ukraine's Famine-Genocide in the 1930s was deliberately caused by the Soviets to erase the Ukrainian people and culture. Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch brings this deeply resonant, and remarkably timely, historical world to life in a story about unity, perseverance, and a people's determination to overcome.

"Lorrie Popow has been an egg artist for almost 60 years. Through the years, she has won many awards for her egg artwork. She has represented the state of Arkansas at The White House Visitor's Center with her egg art. Lorrie has earned the prestigious Master of Egg Art title from IEAG (International Egg Art Guild) for her work in filigree, decoupage, etched and pysanky. She also has had the honor of serving as the 2015 Arkansas Living Treasure sponsored by the Arkansas Arts Council. This is Lorrie's fifth book on egg art. Lorrie co-created the Incredible Eggs Facebook group, where egg artists share photos of their pysanky and batik-style eggs. Her YouTube channel can be found at youtube.com/lorriepopow and her website at lorriepopow.com. Lorrie lives with her husband, Tom, in the Hot Springs, Arkansas area." -- p. [4] of cover.

Revised January 2021 to correct a few page references.Create your own original egg designs!This egger's resource contains hundreds of ingredients to mix and match. It was written for the egg artist who:* seeks inspiration to build their own designs* would like to expand their knowledge and understanding of geometric egg designs* is familiar with the batik egg-making processWith hundreds of motifs and full instructions for over 30 divisions, this book will allow you to create an endless number of original designs. Happy egging!Revised January 2021

Shows how to decorate eggs with exquisite designs, intricate details, and gemlike colors, from classic quilt patterns to traditional Ukrainian Easter eggs.