8 Simple Easter Egg Decorating Hacks
These Easter egg decorating ideas are genius! Go beyond the basic dip-dyed Easter eggs with these decorated eggs that are anything but ordinary. We've got creative ways to dress up plain eggs using everyday items like shaving cream, nail polish, and silk ties. Plus, get our must-have tips for decorating with Easter eggs.
1. Make Your Own Easter Egg Dye
Save yourself a few dollars and create your own bold Easter egg colors with three simple ingredients: 1 cup hot water, 1 tsp. vinegar, and food coloring. We love using homemade dye to create pretty marbleized Easter eggs. Whether you prefer pastel shades or bright primary colors, making your own Easter egg dye allows you to create the exact color you crave. In a rush? Try coloring Easter Eggs right in your Instant Pot.
Related: Get Our Natural Easter Egg Dye Recipes
2. Apply Temporary Tattoos
A temporary tattoo doesn't care if it's being applied to your hand or an egg—simply push the image onto your egg with a damp sponge and press for 30 seconds. Voila! Instant egg art.
Related: Try These Pretty No-Dye Easter Egg Ideas
3. Dye Eggs with Silk Ties
Don't toss that old silk tie! Use it to create colorful dyed Easter eggs. These silk tie-dyed eggs start with 100 percent silk ties and raw eggs. Simply wrap the eggs with the tie and boil them in vinegar and water to transfer the design.
4. Doodle Your Design
Swirl it. Swoop it. Dot it. Doodle it. Grab the permanent markers (the good ones that you hide from the kids) and draw geometric shapes or curvaceous designs on Easter eggs. Fill in the patterns with color or stick with a mod black-and-white appearance. If you're hosting an Easter party, consider prepping a few designs and have guests fill them in with color.
5. Use Shaving Cream to Dye Eggs
Fill your Easter basket with these dreamy marbleized shaving cream eggs! Made with shaving cream and food coloring, you can create a set of colorful Easter eggs in just minutes. Want to make edible dyed eggs? Swap in purchased whipped topping for the shaving cream.
6. Paint Easter Eggs with Fingernail Polish
For Easter eggs with a clean manicured look, pull out the fingernail polish! There are seemingly endless color options when it comes to fingernail polish. And the smooth, glossy finish creates a shine you don't get from dyeing Easter eggs. If you opt for a solid color, you might want to apply a second coat to create a consistent, even tone. The real fun comes from creating your own unique Easter eggs designs. Just be sure to allow each color to dry before painting over it. Use wooden eggs if you want to keep your Easter Egg designs for next year.
7. Dunk for an Ombré Effect
From fashion to hairstyles to home design, ombré colors are all the rage. To get the look for your eggs, dip the entire egg into your selected color for 5-10 seconds. Use a slotted spoon to pull it out and then lower it 7/8 of the way back into the dye for 20-30 seconds. Continue the process, gradually reducing the amount of the egg dipped in dye until you are coloring just the very bottom of the egg. Allow egg to dry upright so the darker colors don't run the wrong direction. For a crisper look, let the egg dry entirely between each trip back into the dye.
Related: Get Our Most Creative Ways to Dye Easter eggs.
8. Repurpose Tissue Paper on Easter Eggs
Like to save tissue paper? Use it to decorate Easter eggs. Use a hole punch to make paper dots, then use a glue stick to adhere them to hard-cooked eggs. You can also cut strips or other shapes from the paper to create stripes or cover the entire egg. This is a great easy-clean option for decorating Easter eggs with small children.
