“Through the pursuit of beauty we shape the world as a home, and in doing so we both amplify our joys and find consolation for our sorrows.” ~Sir Roger Scruton Hand Embroidered Face Masks I recently finished a face mask for a graduate of the University of Notre Dame. The face covering is hand embroidered (cross-stitched) with navy, Kelly green, and gold threads. I used an authentic Ukrainian embroidery pattern that...
Hand Embroidered Leather Crop Jacket
Published August 2019 My Ukrainian heritage is a constant source of inspiration. Sometimes it might just be the work ethic. I have been known to work with clients on projects I think are important even when they ultimately cost me money. But other times the inspiration is bit more obvious. Today, I am sharing photos of my new Ukrainian inspired jacket. This jacket is made with Argentinean cognac calf leather and...
Ukrainian Embroidered Lace Dress
Khrystos Voskres! Christ is risen! Phew! Lent is over and true to tradition; I barely finished my annual Easter dress for Easter Mass. Every year at this time, I design and sew a Ukrainian inspired Easter dress. This year, I had trouble choosing between 4 dress designs. So by the time I nailed down a design and started the embroidery, it was already half way through Lent. Blue Ukrainian Embroidered Dress A...
Embroidered Irish Face Mask
“(Can’t) Kiss Me I’m Ukrainian Irish” Mask I recently finished this mask for a Ukrainian in Canada. I love the finished results! It’s a fun face covering for women with Irish and Ukrainian blood; or anyone who wants to wear a bright & unique mask. This green, lime, orange, yellow, and red mask is hand embroidered with an authentic Ukrainian pattern. Embroidered Face Mask Details: ~Cotton Aida Cloth ~Linen Lining ~DMC 100%...
Flower Girl Face Masks
I recently finished new face masks for flower girls in weddings or children receiving First Holy Communion. The face coverings are made with a diamond white silk wool. (Diamond white is shade between bright white and ivory.) The silk wool’s shine and structure make it a beautiful option. The outer layer is made with very light ivory laces from France. Shop for the mask on Anagrassia website here: Flower Girl Face Masks...
Couture Face Mask
I finished another couture face mask! Ukrainian Face Mask: ~Hand Embroidered with an authentic Ukrainian design ~Women’s Size ~DMC cotton threads in pink (fuscia), purple (lavender), blue, green, yellow, orange, and black colors. ~Linen Aida Cloth ~Linen Lining ~Pocket for filter ~Elastic bands to wrap around the ears ~These are fun and beautiful face coverings. You don’t have to be Ukrainian to wear them. Shop the unique and nonsurgical grade mask on the Anagrassia website: Couture...