With Easter being around the corner, it is time to start gathering ideas for egg decoration. The tradition is not just limited to kids; adults can also experiment with various colors and designs. If you’re strapped for creative ideas, we can help out. Listed below are 5 cool Easter egg décor ideas to try in 2023.
Speckled Easter Eggs
Supplies Needed:
- Uncooked white eggs
- Food coloring
- White vinegar
- Spoons (one for every color)
- Mugs (one for every color)
- Brown paint
- Old toothbrush
- Newspaper
- Water
Instructions:
- Put a teaspoon of white vinegar into each mug. Next, add the food coloring and water until the mug is ¾ full. Mix the solution thoroughly and place the eggs into the mugs. The longer you leave them in, the deeper their color will be, and vice versa. For instance, take them out sooner if you’re going for a light pastel color.
- Combine a teaspoon of brown acrylic paint with 4 to 5 drops of water and mix. Lay the newspaper on the surface and allow the eggs to dry completely.
- Wet the used toothbrush and flick the excess water off by running your fingertips across the bristles. Practice doing this a few times on the newspaper before using the paint. While holding the brush with its bristles pointed downward, run your tips across the bristles. This will splatter paint specs onto the eggs. Allow each side of the egg to dry before flipping it and doing the other side.
Silk Tie-Dyed Eggs
Supplies Needed:
- Uncooked white eggs
- Silk ties or fabric
- White cotton cloth
- Water
- A stockpot
- White vinegar
- Water
- Baking sheet
- Newspaper/paper towels
Instructions:
- Cut the silk fabric into large pieces to fully cover the eggs. Wrap the material tightly around the egg but cautiously enough not to crack it. Make sure there are no creases or wrinkles.
- Cut a slightly larger white cotton fabric and wrap it around the silk-covered egg. This will prevent the dye from bleeding when you boil the other eggs. To ensure no transfer, tie a rubber band or string around them.
- Gently place your wrapped eggs into a pot and fill it with cold water. Make sure there’s a minimum of 1 inch of water covering the top of the eggs. Add 5 to 6 tablespoons of white vinegar, and let the water boil on low flame for at least 20 minutes. Take the eggs out and place them on a baking sheet lined with newspaper or paper towels and allow them to cool down.
- After the eggs have completely cooled down, slowly cut off each egg’s silk and cotton fabric. Do not reuse the silk fabric for another egg – the design has transferred already. Remove any excess moisture on the egg with a paper towel. If you want to add a glossy touch to Easter egg décor, consider adding a dash of vegetable oil and rubbing it all over. Cool the egg in the refrigerator until you are ready to start decorating with it. Silk tie-dyed eggs are for aesthetic purposes only and should not be consumed.
Marble Easter Eggs
Supplies Needed:
- Hard-boiled white eggs
- Food coloring
- Glass bowls
- Warm water
- Paper towels
- Hot water
- A spoon
- Measuring cup
- Measuring spoons
- White vinegar
- Vegetable oil
Instructions:
- In a glass bowl, add one teaspoon of white vinegar, a cup of hot water, and 5 to 10 drops of food coloring of your choice. This dye will be the base color of the egg, so make sure it is light. With the help of a spoon, put a hard-boiled egg into every bowl and ensure they are all completely submerged in the solution. Keep the egg in the dye for only a minute and not more. Place the dyed egg on a paper towel to dry completely.
- For the marbled effect, add a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a separate bowl and combine it with around 20 drops of food coloring and one cup of warm water. Gently mix the liquid until fully dissolved.
- When the eggs are dry, take them one at a time and add them to the vegetable oil solution. Slowly roll the egg around in the dye solution and remove it once you notice a marbleized effect.
- Remove any excess moisture and let the eggs completely dry.
Gold Tattooed Eggs
Supplies Needed:
- White eggs
- Golden temporary tattoos
- Water
- Scissors
- Rag
Instructions:
- Use a damp rag and water until the paper releases the tattoo on the egg.
- Peel off the paper.
- Use a spray sealer to ensure the tattoo stays on the egg for long periods.
Note: You can also use markers to paint over the tattoo designs on the eggs.
Water Color Eggs
Supplied Needed:
- White eggs
- Paint brushes
- Disposable cups
- Sharpie black marker
- Liquid food coloring
Instructions:
- Pick a color palette and prepare your disposable cups for each of them.
- Add around 20 drops of the food coloring in each cup and mix it with a tiny amount of water to thin it out.
- For a floral design, start by painting a blob of a single color on the egg. Keep the top blob lighter. Make sure you have a rag on hand to clean any excess dye.
- Paint another blob using a different color inside the bigger blob, focusing it on the center. Following this pattern will give the design of a flower and petals.
- To draw the flower’s center, you can use the black sharpie to make dots for pollen. Don’t worry about perfecting it; just let your creative juices flow and see where the design goes. You can experiment with different designs depending on your preferences. Pinterest is a great place to get inspired.