Pysanky (Ukrainian) Easter Egg Dyeing and Relief Fundraiser

12317 15th Avenue Northeast,Seattle WA 98125

16 April, 2022

Description

Learn to create the traditional Ukrainian Pysanky Eggs. 100% of proceeds go to Ukrainian Relief A pysanka (Ukrainian: писанка) is a Ukrainian Easter egg, decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs using a wax-resist (batik) method. The word pysanka comes from the verb "pysaty", “to write”, as the designs are not painted on, but written with beeswax. Pysanky have been part of Ukrainian culture since prehistoric times, originally in the belief that their magic would assure the coming of Spring. In Christian times, the pagan decorated egg became an Easter Egg, symbolizing resurrection. During the class you will learn this and more, will learn how to draw a Pysanka and will have a chance to make 1-2 of your owns. Our teacher is Sylvia Nikorowizc, a Washington State Master in the art of Pysanky and daughter of Lydia Gladstone whose handmade Pysanky are featured at the Smithsonian Institute. Ages 8+. Warning: process involves having open flame (candles) and handling hot beeswax. Close parental supervision of children is required. Children ages 8-14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at a 1:1 ratio. We will be donating 100% of proceeds (and any additional donations) to Nova Ukraine, a non-profit providing humanitarian relief for Ukrainians. Class supplies generously donated by member Andrew K, whose family is currently in Ukraine. How to find us: We are in the first floor of the apartment building. Enter the main door and proceed past the elevators. Take the first hallway to the right. Exterior doors lock at 8:30pm. If you are not a member with a door code, please plan to arrive before then. Parking is street parking and plentiful in the area. North End Makers is a community that runs a makerspace in North Seattle. We are an all-volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit. Learn more on our website at https://www.northendmakers.org/ Proof of vaccination and masks are required. You may email this ahead of time to [email protected].