How Do You Make A Pysanky Egg?
Pyskany eggs were traditionally made in the Ukraine to celebrate Easter. Today, these beautiful creations have become a popular craft. Designs progress from beginner to advanced, as crafters become more familiar with the practice. Becoming a skilled Pyskany maker takes significant amounts of work and practice. Pyskany eggs involve designs that build upon each previous step. The design is dyed in progressive steps from lightest to darkest color. Each step involves tracing the elements of the design that will remain the color being dyed with a kitska wax stylus. Today, some of the world’s best Pyskany makers compete in judged competitions. Make the dyes following the instructions on the dye package. Allow the dyes to cool to room temperature. Cover the work area with newspapers. Pour each color of dye into an individual jar and place the jars on the table. Place eggs into a soft bed of tissues in the work space. Create the bed by folding a few tissues in half. Clean the eggs with a mixtu
