Meet the 2021 Makers! European Etched Eggs by Christine Luschas
In the months leading up to the 2021 Bloomsburg Mini Maker Faire, we will be featuring the Makers that will be appearing at the Faire!
Today’s Feature: Lithuanian Egg Art
A crowd favorite returns for the 2021 Bloomsburg Mini Maker Faire! Decorated eggs are an ancient custom that spans throughout Eastern Europe. In Lithuania, the eggs (Marguciai) were either dyed and the design scratched with a sharp tool or wax was applied using the batik method. Natural dyes were used from plant-based materials such as dried birch leaves and onion skins. Today, commercial dyes are used which gives the egg a brighter and richer hue.
I will be selling handcrafted etched eggs (goose, duck, turkey, chicken,) that have been dyed then scratched with a blade according to the traditions of my Lithuanian/American family. I began etching eggs fifteen years ago and it has become a relaxation tool as well as a passion. I have exhibited, demonstrated, and spoke at several museums and ethnic festivals. In 2012 I appeared on the “Martha Stewart Show” to show the ‘Queen of Crafting’ how to scratch an egg.
Information about Bloomsburg’s Maker Faire:
This year’s Maker Faire will be held Saturday, April 17th, from 10 am-4pm. Admission to this all day event is free! There will be a large variety of Making activities, workshops, presentations, performances, crafters and the Museum’s 50+ exhibits.
Interested in becoming a Maker this year? Click here