Egg shells are pretty disposable to most people. Even veteran re-purposers use them for little more than their compost pile. This craft teaches you how to make beautiful artwork with those under appreciated shells. And with Easter right around the corner, you with have plenty of material to work with. Try designing lilies and bunnies for Easter decorations. Or make classic designs for year long enjoyment.
Materials:
- Egg shells broken into small pieces
- Several food coloring colors
- White vinegar
- Paper towels
- Construction paper or card stock
- Craft glue
- Clear spray lacquer
Directions:
- Prepare egg dye by adding a few drops of food coloring to a small amount of hot water. Add a drop of vinegar to the water to help set the color. Dye eggshells by immersing them in the colored water. Leave the shells in the dye for varying lengths of time to create different shades of color. Remove shells from dyes and spread them out on paper towels to dry. You can skip this step if you already have brightly colored Easter egg shells.
- Gather the different colors into separate containers. Arrange a basic mosaic pattern on your paper. When you are satisfied with the way it looks, glue the shells in place.
- For better preservation, use a clear spray lacquer to coat the entire mosaic.
