10 Fun Easter Egg Decorating Ideas
Easter isn’t just a time for eating huge amounts of chocolate, it is a time filled with fun family activities, great food, celebration and plenty of creativity. Whether you are looking for a way to keep the kids entertained during their time off school during the Easter holidays, hosting an Easter egg competition or looking for a way to display your Easter decorations, there are so many ways to bring a pop of colour and personality to your home with easter egg decorating ideas. From simple painting techniques, to more traditional designs, we have put together some perfect ideas to get you started.
How Should I Prepare My Eggs for Easter Decorating?
Before you can get your decorating hat on, it is important that you prepare your eggs properly. If you’re using real eggs, you can either hard boil them or hollow them out.
- Hard-boiled eggs provide a great base for your easter egg decoration, but they will need to be kept refrigerated if you plan to eat them later!
- Hollowed-out eggs last longer than boiled eggs and don’t need to be refrigerated. To hollow them out, pierce small holes in both ends and blow out the inside using a straw. Rinse thoroughly and allow them to dry before you start decorating with your fabulous designs. There you have it, a blown out egg.
- Alternative options like wooden, ceramic, or plastic eggs are also great options and are often much more durable than real eggs. As long as you’re painting an entire egg, you can’t go wrong.
What Is The Best Paint To Decorate My Eggs With?
There are many different paint options to choose from when decorating. We have come up with a few ideas here:
- Acrylic paint
This would be great if you are trying to achieve vibrant colours and designs that are fast-drying. Acrylic paint can also be used for real or artificial eggs. - Watercolour paint
If you are aiming for a more subtle design that allows some of the texture of the eggshell to show through, watercolour paint is a great choice. This paint option will allow you to create more muted pastel colours on your egg. - Food dye and vinegar
This is a safe and mess-free way to dye the egg shell and is the perfect decorating idea for younger children who could get their hands dirty with other options. - Chalk paint or metallic paint
This paint is perfect if you want to achieve a more sophisticated and modern style for your Easter display.
For more ideas, why not try nail polish or gold leaf for an extra luxurious look this Easter?
Egg-cellent Ways to Decorate an Easter Egg
Decorating Easter eggs is a lot more technical than simply dipping them in food colouring or dying the shells. You can experiment with a range of designs and techniques to achieve the most creative and colourful patterns for your perfect Easter display. We have come up with a few for you to try below:
Freehand painting
You can use brushes or even your fingers (if you don’t mind getting messy) to create Easter-themed designs like flowers, polka dots or even portraits of your favourite people for your decorated eggs.
Glitter and sequins
Apply glue to your egg and sprinkle glitter over the top to reveal the most dazzling decorated eggs. You could even use metallic foils for an even better effect.
Marbling
An easy but impressive decorating technique- why not try marbling? Swirl an old nail polish in water and roll your egg through the mixture for some beautiful eggs.
Tie-dye eggs
Another easy but effective decorating idea is to create tie-dye eggs. Wrap your eggs in kitchen roll soaked in different food colouring to create a tie-dye effect.
Unusual Egg Decorating Ideas
If you’re looking for something a little different, we have you covered. Here are some more unusual ideas for your Easter eggs:
Shaving cream dyed eggs
Add food colouring to shaving cream and roll your egg through it for a marbled effect, if you don’t want to use nail polish.
Galaxy painted Easter egg
Use a combination of dark blues, purples and silver to create a star-filled galaxy on your eggs.
Polka-dot eggs
This one is a little messier, so we recommend using a paintbrush or a cotton swab instead of your hands to dot your eggs with a selection of bright colours.
Pysanky eggs
For a more traditional design, create some Pysanky eggs this easter. This method involved applying wax patterns to the eggs before dipping them in layers of dye.
Rabbit and chick eggs
For younger children, why not make some animals out of your eggs using felt, paint and googly eyes?
Floral Easter eggs
Using a child-friendly glue stick, press small flowers onto your eggshells for a more botanical look this Easter.
Where Should You Display Your Decorated Easter Eggs?
Once you have created your showstopping, one-of-a-kind egg designs, finding ways to display them can be just as much fun.
An Easter tree made from twigs and branches can turn your creations into a beautiful seasonal centrepiece. Arranging your decorated eggs in decorative bowls and baskets adds a festive and colourful touch to your home. Glass jars also make for an eye-catching display. You can even string decorated eggs together with ribbon to create a colourful Easter garland for your kitchen or living area. And of course, don’t forget to use some of your decorated eggs as special prizes for an Easter egg hunt that involves the whole family, making the tradition even more exciting for children.
Have a Happy Easter!
Decorating Easter eggs is a great way to celebrate the season and the start of Spring. Whether you prefer traditional painting techniques, or creating playful designs with the kids, there’s something for everyone in this blog. So gather your supplies, let your imagination run wild, and enjoy a fun-filled Easter crafting session with your family.
If you’re looking for more Easter fun this weekend, we have a range of blogs to give you inspiration. From healthy Easter treats to the ultimate Easter egg hunt, there is plenty to keep your family busy.
