Each piece is made by an individual artist. Some of the earliest remaining pieces are over 100 years old and the tradition is carried on by artists who learn from their mothers or from the local cooperatives they join to learn the craft. Traditionally, the pieces were made two times a year for Christmas and Easter, however, in current times artisans make these to sell all year long. It is now the fashion to decorate homes using the very colorful pieces which are appreciated by Polish and tourist buyers alike.