How to Make Silk Easter Eggs

This has got to be one of the prettiest ways to dye Easter eggs—using printed silk fabric.

Things You'll Need

• Dozen medium-sized white eggs, raw
• Old silk ties
• White fabric
• Large glass or enamel pot
• Twist ties
• White vinegar

Instructions

1. 

   Cut squares of silk large enough to cover an egg. Cut squares of white fabric a little bit bigger. Place a raw egg on top of a silk square with the printed side up against the egg. Wrap around the egg and then lay it, seams down, on top of a piece of white fabric.

2. Gather up the edges, like a little dumpling, and secure with a twist tie. Do that with all the eggs. Place them gently in a large enamel or glass pot; fill with water to cover.

3. 

   Add five tablespoons of white vinegar. Bring to a boil; lower heat to a simmer and cook for about 40 minutes.

4. Remove egg packets from water with a strainer or tongs and set aside to cool.

5. Unwrap the packages and let eggs cool.

6. 

   Remove eggs and wipe with a little vegetable oil for a nice sheen.

Tips & Warnings

• Think about collecting silk now for next year if you don't have any old ties lying around.