Pysanky Patterns And Designs

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.

"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.

Patterns on graph paper (square and isometric) suitable for batik egg designs (pysanky). Instructions for making grids on eggs and calculating a pattern size. Several examples are giving.

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

Lorrie Popow shows how to create 8 beautiful and intricate eggs using the Ukrainian egg art style known as Pysanky.

Pysanky are traditional hand-painted eggs made in Eastern Europe during the Easter season. Pysanky-makers use the wax-resist method, similar to batik, using a pin-like stylus to draw intricate designs in hot wax. Kids of all ages will enjoy coloring these beautiful eggs drawn from authentic pysanky designs. Includes 25 original designs plus five blanks so you can design your own patterns.