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Arts and Crafts, Culture, General, History

Pysanky

Danny Perrier / March 17, 2023

Easter is coming and those who celebrate may get nostalgic as egg-themed decorations go up. Dyeing Easter eggs is a popular tradition, and methods of decorating eggs can be found in many cultures, dating thousands of years back and passed down the generations. Pysanka is the name for a particular kind of decorated egg tied to Ukrainian culture and has often been passed from mothers to their daughters.

Furoshiki

The Japanese word furoshiki refers to cloth that has been used to wrap items for gift-giving or travel and transport. Though similar methods existed prior, the use of the word “furoshiki” dates to the Muromachi period (1136 BCE-1573-BCE). It is a practical art, aesthetically pleasing, demonstrating skill and practice, and providing everyday use.