Hello from Kharkiv, Ukraine! I'm Maksym, and I spend my days hunting for beautiful things — vintage ceramics from Kosiv, Opishnya, Vasylkiv, and Lviv, hand-painted Petrykivka art, embroidered rushnyky, Soviet-era porcelain and podstakanniki (ornate tea glass holders), Baltic amber, coral jewelry, and other pieces that carry a story.
Each item is hand-picked in Ukraine and shipped to my prep center in Minnesota, so your order arrives from the U.S. — with free shipping, full USPS tracking, and no customs fees. Orders ship within 1 business day and typically arrive in 3–5 days.
I've been selling on Etsy for over 7 years through my first shop, RetroMaximum, where I offer vintage Soviet chess sets and collectibles. KalynaCraftHouse is my dedicated home for Ukrainian folk art and ceramics — pieces I'm truly passionate about.
I run my shops from Kharkiv — a city that has faced constant shelling since 2022. Every purchase directly supports a Ukrainian family and helps keep our craft traditions alive.
Have a question about an item's age, origin, or condition? Want help choosing a gift? Drop me a message — I respond quickly and pack everything with care. You can also favorite the shop to get notified when new pieces arrive.
Thank you for choosing Ukrainian craftsmanship. If you'd like to see where I live and work, search YouTube for "Kharkiv War Diaries: Stories from a City on the Edge" by the BBC — it means a lot to me.
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Chase on 03 Aug, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful rushyk! The seller was incredibly helpful in helping me identify which rushnyk was best suited for our wedding ceremony next year. Can’t wait to have this hanging in our home one day as the place we stood when we got married. Thank you!
Maksym responded on 04 Aug, 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Chase. I am glad we were able to select the right rushnyk for your upcoming wedding ceremony. I hope it serves its purpose well on your special day and remains a meaningful part of your home afterward. You are always welcome back at KalynaCraftHouse.
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Lana on 16 Jul, 2026
5 out of 5 starsThe best seller ever! Beautiful plate, great communication, very fast shipping, amazing packing. Highly recommend this seller!
Maksym responded on 16 Jul, 2026
Thank you so much, Lana! It's wonderful to see you back for a second Kosiv plate — returning customers are the best compliment a shop can get. Enjoy your growing collection, and you're always welcome at KalynaCraftHouse! 💙💛
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Carina on 14 Jul, 2026
5 out of 5 starsBeautiful embroidered table runner. Just like the pictures. Came nicely packaged. Thank you
Maksym responded on 16 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the lovely review, Carina! So glad the rushnyk was just as pictured and arrived nicely packaged. It was a pleasure sending this piece of Ukrainian folk art your way — enjoy!
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Linda on 29 Jun, 2026
5 out of 5 starsI had 2 of these back in the 80's, but I had given them away. I was surprised to see one on Etsy, and I'm so glad you had it. It's pretty and pretty unique (with pretty fast shipping), and I'm already enjoying seeing it in my dining room. Very carefully packaged...Thanks!
Maksym responded on 30 Jun, 2026
Linda, thank you for your feedback. I'm glad the vintage enamel podstakannik arrived quickly and safely and that you are enjoying it in your dining room. I invite you to visit KalynaCraftHouse again for new purchases. Best regards, Maksym.
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Oksana on 23 Jun, 2026
4 out of 5 starsI love it, and I am very satisfied with my purchase. Thank you!
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Kori on 10 Jun, 2026
5 out of 5 starsMy order came incredibly fast. Seller must have shipped within hours of placing my order. Item well packaged and as described. I’d definitely do business with this seller again.
Maksym responded on 11 Jun, 2026
Thank you for your feedback, Kori. I am glad the book arrived quickly and met your expectations.
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