Like many other folk art practices throughout Ukraine and Eastern Europe, the Ukrainian embroidery tradition is one that is passed down through families, and regional variants in symbols and color combinations are part of what make this tradition so rich.
Ukraine Culture 102 in Photos - Photos of Ukrainian Dress, Ukrainian Eggs
By Kerry Kubilius, About.com Guide
Ukrainian Embroidery - Embroidered Folk Art from Ukraine
Ukraine Embroidery - Making Ryshnyki
Oksana Struk © 2005
Ukrainian embroidered cloths, called ryshniki, are wonderful souvenirs from Ukraine. The Ukrainian embroidery tradition has its roots in pagan beliefs of protection and ritual. Ukrainian embroidery can decorate ceremonial towels, table linens, and, of course, Ukrainian traditional garments.
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