Pysanky Egg Decorating

Ukrainian eggs, or pysanky, are created using a wax batik method. In this class students will examine traditional design elements, learn what the colors symbolize and learn some of the stories associated with the eggs. During this class, students will learn to use a kistka (tiny funnel on a stick) to draw with melted wax on egg shells. Once students have drawn the initial design, they dye the egg in a light color, add more wax and dye again in the next color. Once all the dyeing is complete, the melt off the wax will be removed to reveal a colorful design.