Eggs hold deep symbolic meaning during Easter, representing new life, renewal and resurrection. Egg decorating dates back centuries, with different cultures adding their own artistic and spiritual interpretations.
Easter eggs have become a beloved part of modern celebrations, bringing joy and a sense of tradition to families worldwide. There are so many ways to decorate eggs, but I want to show you how to decorate some that can be used year after year and kept as mementos, much like we keep Christmas ornaments. Involve the kids and have some family fun creating this sweet Easter keepsake!
WHAT YOU’LL NEED:
- Fake eggs of any kind (paper mache, plastic or wooden). I got mine from Hobby Lobby, and they are lightweight paper mache eggs of different sizes.
- Decorative napkins
- Mod Podge
- White acrylic paint
- Paintbrush
- Wooden skewer
- Scissors
INSTRUCTIONS:
Step 1
Prep your egg by sticking a wooden skewer in the bottom, rounded end of the egg, and paint the egg white. The skewer will make the egg easier to handle without messing it up, and you can prop it up in a glass jar to dry. Painting your egg white gives the napkin paper something to adhere to, and it also will leave a pretty background — making the design more vibrant.
Step 2
While the painted eggs are drying, prep your napkins. Unfold your decorative napkins completely flat and peel the back layer off. You’ll need to ensure you only have one layer of the paper before you glue it on. Cut out the designs you want to use; the small- to medium-sized pieces work best for smaller eggs.
Step 3
With a clean brush, paint a small amount of Mod Podge onto the egg. Then gently lay your cut out napkin piece over the wet Mod Podge. Using your brush, flatten the napkin down onto the egg with the bristles. Repeat this until you have covered your egg as much as you desire. Paint a thin coat of Mod Podge over the egg and set into a jar to let dry. Remove the skewer.
TIP: You also can use tissue paper or dried flowers to decorate your eggs. The possibilities are endless with the designs you choose.
