DIY: Hand-Painted Easter Eggs

Last week, I featured an easy (and unexpected) alternative to standard colored eggs, and wanted to share another technique that was just as inspired. When I saw these hand-painted hanging eggs, I couldn’t resist. Just as great as the look: how surprisingly easy they are to make.

Supplies:

Eggs
A pin
Paintbrush(es)
Craft paint – we used Martha Stewart
Glue gun
Natural jute twine
Washi tape (regular- 15mm width and thin- 7mm width )
Self-adhesive reinforcement labels
Circular labels

Instructions :

– Wash the eggs with soap and water, rinse and dry thoroughly. (If the egg is not completely dry, the washi tape and labels will not adhere well.)
– Using a pin or needle (you can also use an awl) poke a hole in the bottom and the top of the egg and blow out the inside, making certain that the contents is fully expelled.
– Create patterns using the washi tape, labels and reinforcers. (see photos for inspiration)
– Apply paint to the egg using a paintbrush. If you would like the painted egg to have some texture, only apply one coat of paint. If you want the egg color to be solid, apply two to three coats.
– When the paint is completely dry, remove the tape.
– Eggs can either be displayed in a basket or turned into hanging ornaments.
– If creating a hanging ornament, make certain that the top hole created in the second step is large enough for jute twine (or a ribbon of your choice) to be stuck through. After tape is removed, secure the jute or ribbon in the top hole with a glue gun.
– Looking for an alternative to traditional pastels? Mix and match neutral and metallic paints for a fresh and festive take. XXJKE