Camilla Jessen
Here are three foolproof egg-decorating tricks that are simple, fun, and guaranteed to impress.
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If Easter crept up on you and you’re still scrambling for decoration ideas, you’re not alone.
Luckily, painting Easter eggs doesn’t need to be complicated—or messy.
Whether you’re prepping for a brunch table centerpiece or just want to get into the spring spirit, these three easy techniques from Freundin will help you create colorful eggs in minutes, no advanced crafting skills required.
1. Color Transfer with Felt-Tip Pens
What you’ll need:
- Felt-tip pens
- Paper towel
- Rubber band
- Water
How it works:
Color a paper towel with bold scribbles and patterns using your felt-tip pens.
Wrap a boiled, cooled egg in the colorful paper towel and secure it with a rubber band. Gently dip the whole thing in water until the paper is soaked.
Let it sit for about 10 minutes to dry, then unwrap your egg for a marbled, watercolor-style masterpiece.
Bonus tip: Try layering colors for a tie-dye effect!
2. Swirl Dyeing with Shaving Foam
What you’ll need:
- Shaving foam
- Food coloring
- Toothpick
- Gloves (optional but helpful!)
- Egg carton
How it works:
Spray shaving foam into the lid of an egg carton.
Add a few drops of food coloring and swirl them lightly with a toothpick—don’t overmix!
Roll your boiled eggs through the foam to coat them in colorful patterns, then let them sit in the foam for a few minutes.
Rinse them under cold water and let them dry.
Tip: The messier it looks, the cooler the result!
3. Chic Marbling with Nail Polish
What you’ll need:
- Nail polish in your favorite shades
- Cold water
- A bowl
- Shish kebab skewers or long toothpicks
- Blown-out or Styrofoam eggs
How it works:
Skewer an egg with a toothpick or skewer to make it easier to handle.
Drizzle nail polish onto the surface of a bowl filled with cold water, creating swirls or drops of color.
Gently roll the egg across the top to pick up the polish pattern. Let it dry before displaying.
Great for: Faux eggs or decorative centerpieces—these may not be food-safe!
You don’t need fancy tools or hours of time to create a vibrant Easter display. Whether you’re crafting with kids or just want something Instagram-worthy, these egg-decorating hacks bring creativity and color to your holiday the easy way.