Małgorzata Majewicz-Krajewska specialises in the creation of traditional pająki (straw and paper chandeliers) made from rye straw and crepe paper.

As she puts it:

Her immersion into folk art began through her husband, Tomasz Krajewski, a long-time practitioner in the field. What started as assisting with the technical components—cutting straw and crafting delicate paper flowers—soon evolved into a deep, independent mastery of the craft.

“Initially, I focused on the research, gathering information from archival documents,” Małgorzata explains. “Later, I began seeking out master straw-workers and the leading figures of 20th-century ceremonial art to refine my techniques. Over the last six years, my husband and I have led countless workshops for children, adults, and seniors, sharing the art of pająki and traditional Christmas ornaments.”

Małgorzata’s commitment to authenticity begins in the field. She grows her own rye, harvesting it by hand with a scythe to ensure the straw remains in perfect condition for weaving.

In addition to her signature chandeliers, she creates straw-woven bowls and Christmas decorations, painstakingly recreating patterns based on museum collections and historical documentation of 19th and 20th-century folk artists.

A member of the Association of Folk Artists since 2019, Małgorzata’s passion led her to spearhead the application to recognize this craft on a national level. Her efforts were successful.

In 2024, the skill of crafting straw and paper pająki in the Lublin region was officially inscribed on the National List of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Contact Website: studio-pajakow.pl Email: krajewskama@gmail.com Phone: +48 693 680 450