Napkin Applique Easter Eggs
Difficulty: Average
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Parental supervision is recommended
Ever wonder how to hollow out an egg shell? You're in luck. It's the first step of this napkin applique Easter egg craft.
What you'll need:
- Raw eggs
- Straight pin
- Sponge brush
- School glue (like Elmer's)
- Decorative paper napkins (flower or Easter designs are nice)
- Paper plate
- Wax paper
How to make it:
- Prick egg at both ends with straight pin. Make the hole on the bottom a little larger.
- Blow the egg out.
- Wash off egg and dry.
- Put some glue on a paper plate.
- Divide the napkin into layers. Keep only the top decorated layer.
- Tear the napkin into about 2" or smaller pieces.
- Sponge brush glue on part of the egg.
- Lay a piece of the napkin, right side up, over the egg. Smooth.
- Continue covering egg with glue and napkins.
- Finish with one coat of glue over entire egg to seal.
- Let dry completely.
- Use your eggs in baskets, table decorations, or any place you would like.
Tips:
Make sure you blow the eggs over a sink or bowl.
