My First Try At Pysanky (Ukrainian Eggs)

Yesterday I was trying to get some ideas for decorating eggs this year. I probably should have been thinking about this a month ago but it's too late now. I came across some beautiful Pysanky eggs and found them very interesting. So I, being spontaneous like I am, told my Mom that I was going to try them. I spent the rest of the day trying to find a place that sold kistkas (the little tools used to write with wax) but to no avail.

This morning I called a lady in Salt Lake City that teaches Pysanky classes and asked where I could find a kistka. She said I wouldn't be able to, I'd have to order online. But I wanted to do it today! She ended up offering me some kits that had the kistka, 6 dye colors, patterns and beeswax. I got it all for $10! She was such a nice person that I decided to take a class from her. I'm really looking forward to it!

Now for the egg...




I spent about 4 hours (I'm ridiculous) between drawing the design and writing with wax and dying. Thought it's far from perfect, I have to admit I'm pretty proud of the final result. It was my very first attempt AND I'd never been taught how to do it. Go me!