Learn how to make Pająki! Pająki, (Polish) also known as pavuky in Ukrainian, are elaborate straw ornaments made by village people across Eastern Europe to bring happiness and good fortune to the home. These old-time decorations were made with straw collected from the harvest in the fall, and prepared for Christmas, as part of winter solstice celebrations, as well as spring equinox and Easter. Pająk, (pronounced pa-yan-k) means spider in Polish, and in this workshop we'll be exploring the Polish version of this spiderweb ornament, with lots of colourful paper and pompom accents added to the straw structure.

Instructor Paula Hartmann is a self-taught pajaki maker. Her love for mobiles, colours and installations brought her to study the art of pajaki making which originated in rural Poland in the mid-19th century. Ages 12+.

Limited spaces available. To register, email folkschoolworkshops@gmail.com

Presented by St. Vladimir Institute & Folk Camp Canada