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Easter is one of my favorite times of the year. I love being outside and seeing all the flowers blooming. However, I am not a fan of the pollen due to my allergies, but I will manage. One of my favorite things to do be creative and fill Easter baskets and dye Easter eggs.
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Why are eggs a symbol of Easter?
From History.com, Easter eggs are likely linked to pagan traditions. Although eggs, in general, were a traditional symbol of fertility and rebirth, in Christianity, for the celebration of Eastertide, Easter eggs symbolize the empty tomb of Jesus, from which Jesus resurrected.
Decorating eggs for Easter is a tradition that dates back to at least the 13th century, according to some sources. One explanation for this custom is that eggs were formerly a forbidden food during the Lenten season, so people would paint and decorate them to mark the end of the period of penance and fasting, then eat them on Easter as a celebration.
Those darn little kits sure are convenient, but now it is time to be crafty!
Glitter, Sparkles, Crystals, and More:
I also love BLING and that’s why it was so much fun putting together these simple Jeweled Eggs.
Sometimes you need a little bit of sparkle in your life even if it is from glitter or crystals.
Next time you come across some pretty tissue paper in your shopping bag or wrapped around a gift, don’t throw it away. Save it for a craft project like these Decoupage Easter eggs.
Super easy, dying easter eggs with whipped cream instead of shaving cream is the food safe way to color Easter eggs with less mess or chance of spills!
If you are like me, you might get bored making the same colored eggs every Easter. There are many ways to spice up your Easter Egg coloring, so here is to Tie-Dye Easter Eggs!
Personalized Easter Eggs:
You can never go wrong personalizing easter eggs. You can easily put a bible verse or an inspirational message on a chalkboard easter egg.
AHHH Monster!
Oh no! I dropped an egg on the ground. It is okay though because if it isn’t that bad I can create a friendly Easter egg monster.
Aren’t they adorable? Perfect monster to hide some jelly beans in.
Repurpose Easter Egg Ideas:
Do you have old ties that are just hanging in your closet? If not stop by your local thrift store and you can repurpose silk ties to dye Easter eggs.
Take Easter egg decorating to the next level by making bold graphic designs on your eggs using rubber cement as a resist!
Have you ever tried rice dyed eggs? I already had EVERYTHING I needed right in my pantry… and they are beautiful and speckly!
Mother Nature provides beautiful natural foods that are filled with gorgeous colors providing a wonderful alternative to synthetic and artificial dyes. Hooray for nature! Besides the vast nutritional benefits from natural dyes, coloring eggs with vibrant red beets, green teas, turmeric, coffee grounds, and blueberries can be a uniquely fun learning experience for everyone.
I truly hope you enjoy this inspiration for a common family tradition of dying Easter eggs. If you want to read more feel free to click the pictures to learn more about each one.
If you don’t have time, make sure to pin this post for later and then you can tell me which one your family and you enjoyed creating the most.
Sincerely,
Lindsay says
Great ideas! My kiddo would love doing this.
Kelsie says
I would have never thought of chalk paint for eggs. What a great idea!! Can’t wait to try some of these at my home.
Dana says
What excellent and creative ideas! I am definitely going to try a few
The Irish Twin's Momma says
Please do and send pictures!
Ainsley says
What a fun spin on a yearly activity! Especially loving the chalkpaint!
Katrina says
These are such cute ideas! Love them!