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How to Sponge Paint Easter Eggs

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This method of decorating Easter eggs is an easy one the whole family can enjoy.

From Quick Guide: Have Fun at Easter
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Smocks
  • Sponges
  • Hard-boiled Eggs
  • Egg Cups
  • Scissors
  • Scissors
  • Watercolor Paints
  • Sponges
  1. Step 1

    Assemble watercolor paints, hard-boiled eggs and sponges.

  2. Step 2

    Cut the sponges into small triangles.

  3. Step 3

    Hold an egg in one hand with your thumb on one end and index finger on the other.

  4. Step 4

    Dip the tip of the sponge triangle into the paint and dab it onto the egg.

  5. Step 5

    Make sure you get a sponge texture by pressing lightly. You do not want to rub the sponge against the egg, as this will eliminate the textured look.

  6. Step 6

    Leave spaces between your sponge prints.

  7. Step 7

    Allow the egg to dry after painting with one color, then add another color.

  8. Step 8

    Hold the egg in a slightly different spot so that all of the egg can be painted.

  9. Step 9

    Sponge-paint light colors over light and dark colors for an interesting look. If you place a dark color on top of a light color, you will obliterate the light color.

  10. Step 10

    Let the eggs dry completely.

  11. Step 11

    Store them in the refrigerator.

Tips & Warnings
  • If you will be painting with children, be sure to use smocks.
  • Place eggs into cups used for soft-boiled eggs to make it easier for a child who cannot hold an egg and paint it at the same time.

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WebDrops said

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on 3/6/2008 cool... this is easy and can be a great kids activity at my easter party :)

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