How to Make Diorama Egg Art

A simple egg can be transformed into art by making a diorama.

A diorama is a miniature scene depicting events or even simple decorations. Egg diorama art is popular during Easter, but is also made during other holidays to showcase its simplicity and beauty. A diorama can be made with one or more elements in it, depending on the maker's expertise and interest. Simple egg dioramas are often made in school to as spring craft projects. If stored carefully, egg dioramas can be preserved over a long period of time. You can also use egg dioramas to make unique Christmas ornaments and stuff them with miniature candy pieces.

Things You'll Need

• Uncooked egg
• Small bowl or plate
• Small nail or pin
• Thin ribbon
• Glue
• Beads, glitter or other decoration

Instructions

1. Wash the uncooked egg carefully to remove bacteria and any stains.

2. Puncture the egg on the end or in the middle, depending on how you want to orient the diorama. Make one small hole and start chipping towards the inside, increasing the size of the hole and removing the egg shell. Hold the egg over a bowl or plate to catch the white and yolk that will drip from the inside. Make a sizable hole so that you have enough space to fill the inside to make the egg diorama.

3. Wash the inside of the egg thoroughly with soap and hot water to remove all egg residue. Allow it to dry completely.

4. Glue thin ribbon on and around the jagged edges of the chipped egg to cover it and make it appear neat.

5. Decorate the diorama by placing miniature candy or decorations inside the egg. You can place small pieces of tissue paper and place tiny toys inside. You can place fake grass and a few candy eggs or an Easter bunny inside.

Tips & Warnings

• Decorate the outside of the egg with egg dyes and beads to dress up the diorama.

• Wash your hands and work surfaces thoroughly after working with raw eggs.

References

• Egg Decoration: Diorama Eggs

Resources

• Balloon dioramas