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W else can you find the fragile beauty of a rose, the lifetime of a diamond and the message of a Hallmark combined in one gift?
This intricately decorated Ukrainian Easter egg or pysanka is also known as a message egg because each color and symbol has a specific meaning. The design is unique and original, and no templates or guides are used in its creation. I have personally hand-decorated the egg using the age-old batik or wax-resist process on a smooth, blemish-free medium sized chicken egg, in order to create a finer, more delicate masterpiece. The design is etched freehand on the egg using a stylus or kistka filled with beeswax and heated over a candle flame. The egg is dipped into a series of permanent chemical dyes as the design progresses until the final color is achieved. No bleach is used on the egg, creating more permanent, fade-resistant colors. The innards are emptied from the egg through a tiny hole on one end, and a crystal clear glaze is applied to enhance the beauty and protect and preserve your treasure. This ornate keepsake will last indefinitely and has been initialed "JS" near the bottom. A description of significant colors and symbols is included.
I have conducted numerous pysanky-making demonstrations and classes, and my eggs have been featured at the New York State Fair and sold in specialty shops in four different states. I have also been honored to have one of my creations displayed at the White House. This year marks my 10th year on eBay. As the creation of my pysanky is a much loved hobby rather than a job, my eggs are only available for two months each year. All of my auctions are 5-day auctions ending on a different day each week. Thank you for looking at my egg. I also have seven other chicken eggs offered. Please to view all of my current auctions.
The stand is not included in the price of this egg.
Egg will be shipped within 24 hours of receipt of payment. Shipping/handling within the U.S. by 1st class Priority mail with delivery confirmation is $7.00. (If you are bidding on more than one of my eggs, I will gladly ship up to five eggs in the same package without additional shipping charge.)
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