Sylianka, handmade С18

A handmade sylianka — a graceful Ukrainian neck ornament woven by hand in beads. The craftswomen make the piece in quality, even, long-lasting Czech beads. The finished festive ornament is about 5.3 centimetres wide. The convenient lobster clasp with an extender makes it easy to adjust the length of the piece. Every sylianka is unlike any other, because it is made by hand with particular care.

The sylianka is an old traditional ornament that has completed the Ukrainian national costume since ancient times. It goes naturally with a vyshyvanka and finishes a festive women’s look. Beadwork keeps alive the folk tradition passed down from one generation to the next. The handwork makes the ethnic look whole, authentic and complete. An ornament like this will be a real adornment at photo sessions, celebrations and formal occasions.