Handmade · Ukraine
Beadwork where tradition lives on
Every sylianka and gerdan is woven by hand, bead by bead, inspired by centuries-old Ukrainian ornaments.
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Why NamystoCraft
Entirely handmade
No machines: every bead is strung by hand. One piece takes 8 to 40 hours of work.
Authentic ornaments
Patterns inspired by traditional beadwork from the Carpathians, Podillia and Poltava regions.
Quality materials
Czech Preciosa seed beads, strong thread and comfortable ties, so your piece lasts for years.
Custom orders
Choose the colours, length and pattern, and we will weave a piece just for you.
The traditionRead more
What are sylianka and gerdan?
A sylianka is a wide beaded collar that Ukrainian women have worn since the 19th century. The name comes from the verb “to string”: beads were threaded into lace-like patterns of diamonds, stars and flowers.
A gerdan is a longer beaded ribbon worn by both women and men as a talisman. Every colour and pattern had a meaning: red for love and life, black for the earth, white for purity.
The maker
Hi, I’m Natalia
I weave every NamystoCraft piece myself in my studio. I love old patterns, Czech seed beads and long evenings with a thread in my hands.
My story
How it is made
From sketch to jewelry
- 01
Sketch
We draw the pattern chart on paper or in a graphic editor and choose the colour palette.
- 02
Bead selection
Every batch of beads is calibrated so the beaded fabric is even and dense.
- 03
Weaving
Bead by bead, from a few hours to several days of work.
- 04
Finishing
We attach the ties, check every knot and pack the piece in a gift box.
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Want a piece made for your look?
Message us: we will pick the colours, length and pattern and weave a custom order for you.
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