Pysanky Patterns and Designs

Author: Gail Parsons
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780880451604
Category : Decoration and ornament
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
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.

Patterns for Ukrainian-Style Easter Eggs

Author: Lorrie Popow
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781304909824
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
"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.

Beginner Pysanky

Author: Lorrie Popow
Publisher:
ISBN: 0359017800
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 82

Book Description
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.

Ukrainian Design Book

Author: Natalie Perchyshyn
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780960250240
Category : Easter eggs
Languages : en
Pages : 100

Book Description

Grid and Bear It

Author: Susan D. Jones
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781006519024
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
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.

Ukrainian Easter Eggs and how We Make Them

Author: Ann Kmit
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Art
Languages : en
Pages : 108

Book Description

Endless Egging

Author: Jennifer E. Kwong
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781034208280
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description
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

Pysanky

Author: Hands-On Art History
Publisher: Hands-On Art History
ISBN: 9781942778219
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 62

Book Description
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.

Rechenka's Eggs

Author: Patricia Polacco
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0698113853
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34

Book Description
Old Babushka, known throughout all of Moskva for her beautifully painted eggs, is preparing her eggs for the Easter Festival when she takes in an injured goose. She names the goose Rechenka, and they live happily together until one day when Rechenka accidentally overturns a basket, breaking all of Babushka's lovingly crafted eggs. But the next morning Babushka has a surprise awaiting her in the basket. She cries: "A miracle!" It is one of many in this charmingly told tale of friendship and caring. With vibrant illustrations, Patricia Polacco has joyously re-created the flavor of Old Moscow and its festivals. The eggs, stunningly colored and intricately designed, are authentic reproductions of eggs painted in the Ukrainian style. Rechenka's Eggs is a timeless story of classic beauty.

Pysanky and More

Author: Lorrie Popow
Publisher:
ISBN: 0359905587
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
Languages : en
Pages : 86

Book Description
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.