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A classic, although theologically tenuous, part of Easter is the painting of eggs to use as decorations. We’ve gathered some of the most interesting, creative and downright cool decorated easter eggs from the past year. 

We also got in touch with Elena from Faunaclay, who made some of the eggs featured here, and she was kind enough to share some tips and tricks with us. So get comfortable as you scroll through, upvote your favorites and leave your comments below. 

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Each Egg Is Hand-Painted, And Each Drawing Is Unique

Each Egg Is Hand-Painted, And Each Drawing Is Unique

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For anyone who’s tried to hold something this shape and paint it, you can really appreciate the work that went into these

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Bored Panda got in touch with Elena from Faunaclay, who made some of the Easter eggs featured in this list and she was kind enough to answer some of our questions. Firstly, we wanted to hear more about how she started making handcrafted items. 

“I started my creative career with handmade ceramics, or rather with mugs with drawings of animals. After a while, I began to sculpt animals from polymer clay, as well as to draw on wooden saws. My theme is the animal world, as if it were wild or domestic animals. I love to create animal pieces, each of which is unique and created entirely by hand.”

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My Heirloom Easter Eggs Are Here! We Worked Together To Create These Six Miniature Paintings

My Heirloom Easter Eggs Are Here! We Worked Together To Create These Six Miniature Paintings

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Paint me impressed and call me Cottontail. That's some eggcellent work.

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This Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg). I Was Only Able To Make One That Year Before The Quarantine Started

 This Pysanka (Ukrainian Easter Egg). I Was Only Able To Make One That Year Before The Quarantine Started

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“With these animals I want to convey the admiration of the world, its tiny and beautiful creatures, and nature. Each item has its own story behind it, which makes it alive,” she shared. While the internet is full of people sharing their cool DIY projects, Elena is one of the rare people who made it more than just a hobby. 

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We Hope To Inspire A New And Creative Way To Add A Splash Of Paint To Your Easter Eggs

We Hope To Inspire A New And Creative Way To Add A Splash Of Paint To Your Easter Eggs

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My Fiancé Made A Biblically Accurate Angel Easter Egg

My Fiancé Made A Biblically Accurate Angel Easter Egg

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7 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There actually are some very beautiful paintings of "biblically accurate angels" in the ancient, Eastern churches. ("Eastern" here refers to those which use a different mass than the Roman, or "Western" mass.) Many attempt to give them human faces, but there are ancient depictions of wheels covered in eyes, etc. Of course, the bible also describes angels which had taken human form, and angels which by implication must look like dragons, since fallen angels looked like serpents before losing their wings and limbs. A very common depiction is one with four heads, those of a man, a lion, an ox and an eagle, representing archetypes of the four gospels (the four biblcal histories of Jesus)

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Every Year I Decorate Easter Eggs With Astronomical Motifs - This Year They’re Inspired By Jwst Images

Every Year I Decorate Easter Eggs With Astronomical Motifs - This Year They’re Inspired By Jwst Images

I depicted the following objects here: Cartwheel Galaxy, WR 124, NGC 7496, Stephan's Quintet, Carina Nebula, Pillars of Creation, and JWST itself. Happy Easter!

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So if you are inspired to get into some DIY work but have struggled to pull it off, decorated Easter eggs are a great way to start. So we asked Elena to share a bit more about her process. “I paint wooden eggs,” she explained. “The egg should be smooth and dry. First, I make a sketch with a pencil. Both acrylic paints and acrylic gouache (Holbein) are suitable for coloring.”

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Happy Easter. I Had Great Fun Dyeing These Eggs And Painting On Them. I Used Red Cabbage, Onion Peels, And Stinging Nettles To Dye Them, And I Love The Colors

Happy Easter. I Had Great Fun Dyeing These Eggs And Painting On Them. I Used Red Cabbage, Onion Peels, And Stinging Nettles To Dye Them, And I Love The Colors

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It’s Time To Prepare The First Easter Breakfast

It’s Time To Prepare The First Easter Breakfast

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These bring me nostalgia. I absolutely love the bright colors and beautiful designs 🌷💛

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You Guys, Easter Is Just Around The Corner. I've Been Feeling Really Inspired By Earth Tones And Neutral Pastels, So I Decided To Try Color-Blocking On Both Brown And White Eggs

You Guys, Easter Is Just Around The Corner. I've Been Feeling Really Inspired By Earth Tones And Neutral Pastels, So I Decided To Try Color-Blocking On Both Brown And White Eggs

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These were probably props from Gotye's "Somebody That I Used To Know" video.

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“I use the second option because these paints are very easy to use, have rich colors. They combine the advantages of acrylic and gouache. The day after the coloring, when the egg is completely dry, I cover it with acrylic varnish, glossy or matte. Now the egg is ready!” she shared with Bored Panda. 

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I Started Painting These Ceramic Eggs And Couldn't Stop

I Started Painting These Ceramic Eggs And Couldn't Stop

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These Beautiful Blue And White Decoupage Wooden Eggs

These Beautiful Blue And White Decoupage Wooden Eggs

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“Basically, the only question is the price. It’s just that not everyone can buy something original. But people admire and it makes them happy, even if they don’t buy,” she added. So if you want to see more of her work or perhaps even purchase some handmade crafts for yourself, check out her Instagram, website or see some more of her creations on Pinterest

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Batch Of Eggs That I Started A While Ago. Sometimes I Go Through Spurts Of Just Drawing Or Just Waxing, But Now It’s Time To Put Some Color On Them

Batch Of Eggs That I Started A While Ago. Sometimes I Go Through Spurts Of Just Drawing Or Just Waxing, But Now It’s Time To Put Some Color On Them

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Once I Started Painting These Ceramic Eggs, I Couldn't Stop. Painting Is Like Therapy For Me

Once I Started Painting These Ceramic Eggs, I Couldn't Stop. Painting Is Like Therapy For Me

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Dad Painted A Dragon On An Egg For Easter

Dad Painted A Dragon On An Egg For Easter

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I Made Some Fruit And Vegetable Easter Eggs

I Made Some Fruit And Vegetable Easter Eggs

It's supposed to be a pineapple but the stripes turned out too light, you can't really see them.

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Hand-Painted Easter Eggs

Hand-Painted Easter Eggs

Papier-mâché, 11 cm x 8 cm (larger than a chicken egg and smaller than an ostrich egg).

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Painted Some Eggs For Easter. One For Each Family Member

Painted Some Eggs For Easter. One For Each Family Member

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Sparkle Like A Disco Ball Crafty Bunnies. This Year's Easter Eggs Are Ready To Party In All Kinds Of Sliver

Sparkle Like A Disco Ball Crafty Bunnies. This Year's Easter Eggs Are Ready To Party In All Kinds Of Sliver

I spent many nights putting on each mirrored square, but the end result was worth it because I’m totally going to win every egg battle. Happy Easter, Orthodox friends.

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Felt Like Doing Something Easter-Themed And Just For Fun. These Are Real Eggs, Blown And Painted With Alcohol Ink

 Felt Like Doing Something Easter-Themed And Just For Fun. These Are Real Eggs, Blown And Painted With Alcohol Ink

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gorgeous! Amazing work! I am crazy about these. I am going now to pull out my alcohol inks.

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Hand-Painted Eggs. Each One Is Completely Individual And Unique, Painted By Me. These Are Large Wooden Eggs

Hand-Painted Eggs. Each One Is Completely Individual And Unique, Painted By Me. These Are Large Wooden Eggs

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Easter Eggs That My Grandma, Mom, And I Made

Easter Eggs That My Grandma, Mom, And I Made

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#30

Rounding The Bend On This Batch Of Turkey Eggs

Rounding The Bend On This Batch Of Turkey Eggs

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These Easter Eggs Are Colored Using Onion Peels

These Easter Eggs Are Colored Using Onion Peels

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Mia Black
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We do this too (not Ukrainian but Latvian German grandparents) and I always liked the suprise effect how the eggs would look like (every kid had another colour to mark the packages :-D. Grandma is 90 and we still come over on Friday to colour eggs with her this way

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#32

Being Creative And Actually Creating Is Something I Struggle With. But Working On These Eggs Truly Helped Me Grow As An Individual And Craft

Being Creative And Actually Creating Is Something I Struggle With. But Working On These Eggs Truly Helped Me Grow As An Individual And Craft

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Hand-Painted Easter Eggs

Hand-Painted Easter Eggs

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Blue And White Easter Eggs

Blue And White Easter Eggs

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I Finished The Eggs. Just In Time. Happy Easter, Everyone

I Finished The Eggs. Just In Time. Happy Easter, Everyone

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#36

My Mother Made These Easter Eggs

My Mother Made These Easter Eggs

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First Ukrainian Easter Egg (Pysanky) Of The Season

First Ukrainian Easter Egg (Pysanky) Of The Season

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#38

Easter Egg Art (Clear Paraffin And Dye On Hard-Boiled Eggs)

 Easter Egg Art (Clear Paraffin And Dye On Hard-Boiled Eggs)

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Easter Heirloom Eggs

Easter Heirloom Eggs

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nancy
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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wait... are those the hollow plastic eggs that we get at the dollar store? I see a seam. This is a great idea!

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I Peaked During My Mushroom Egg Easter. I Will Never Do Better, And I'm Just Fine With That

I Peaked During My Mushroom Egg Easter. I Will Never Do Better, And I'm Just Fine With That

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Painting These Eggs Gave Me So Much Nostalgia And Happiness

Painting These Eggs Gave Me So Much Nostalgia And Happiness

One of my favorite childhood memories with my sister was dying eggs the day before Easter. We didn’t have many traditions but we looked forward to this one every year.

I plan on painting some more and throwing them in the basket this year and having an Easter decorating party with her and our kids as a new tradition. 

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#42

A Sweet Little Trio Of Painted Eggs

A Sweet Little Trio Of Painted Eggs

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When I Saw The Finished Piece, I Couldn't Help But Grin.⁠ There Is Something Quite Satisfying About The Simplicity Of This Piece

When I Saw The Finished Piece, I Couldn't Help But Grin.⁠ There Is Something Quite Satisfying About The Simplicity Of This Piece

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Happy Easter And Spring. These Are Some Of My Personal Favorites Throughout The Years

Happy Easter And Spring. These Are Some Of My Personal Favorites Throughout The Years

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Our Kids' Tattoos Are Great For Filling Easter Nests, But Also Fantastic For Decorating Easter Eggs

Our Kids' Tattoos Are Great For Filling Easter Nests, But Also Fantastic For Decorating Easter Eggs

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7 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That’s actually a really smart idea, especially if you have younger children.

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Am I Doing Easter Eggs Right?

Am I Doing Easter Eggs Right?

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I Finished This Year's Painted Easter Eggs

I Finished This Year's Painted Easter Eggs

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#50

Just Picked Up These Lovely Wooden Eggs Painted By Olha From Ukraine

Just Picked Up These Lovely Wooden Eggs Painted By Olha From Ukraine

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These Easter Eggs

These Easter Eggs

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#53

The Eggs Are Ceramic And Acrylic, Each Is One Of A Kind

The Eggs Are Ceramic And Acrylic, Each Is One Of A Kind

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These Egg-Ceptional Easter Eggs

These Egg-Ceptional Easter Eggs

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Easter Eggs With Napkin Decoupage

Easter Eggs With Napkin Decoupage

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Eggs Decorated With Washi Paper

Eggs Decorated With Washi Paper

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Wax-Painted Easter Eggs From Lithuania

Wax-Painted Easter Eggs From Lithuania

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#58

We Hope Your Easter Preparations Are Going Swimmingly

We Hope Your Easter Preparations Are Going Swimmingly

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Easter Egg Decorating Made Easy For Little Hands With Temporary Tattoos

Easter Egg Decorating Made Easy For Little Hands With Temporary Tattoos

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#61

We Went With A Dog Easter Egg Theme This Year. Which One Is Your Favorite And Can You Name Them All?

We Went With A Dog Easter Egg Theme This Year. Which One Is Your Favorite And Can You Name Them All?

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Okay, I Officially Can't Wait For Easter Now. This Tablecloth Is Going To Look Amazing On My Easter Table

Okay, I Officially Can't Wait For Easter Now. This Tablecloth Is Going To Look Amazing On My Easter Table

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These Decorated Ukrainian Easter Eggs

These Decorated Ukrainian Easter Eggs

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Easter Eggs Made By My Wife

Easter Eggs Made By My Wife

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I Made Some Traditional Polish Kraszanki (Scratched Easter Eggs)

I Made Some Traditional Polish Kraszanki (Scratched Easter Eggs)

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Happy Easter! I Managed A Pangolin Egg, Another Octopus, And A Flower Egg

Happy Easter! I Managed A Pangolin Egg, Another Octopus, And A Flower Egg

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I Had Fun Decorating A Carton Of Artificial Easter Eggs With Paint And Some Glitter 

I Had Fun Decorating A Carton Of Artificial Easter Eggs With Paint And Some Glitter 

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Happy Easter Everyone

Happy Easter Everyone

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I Used A Bobbypin Which I Dipped In Melted Wax And Drew The Designs By Hand, But I Looked At Different Designs On The Internet To Inspire Me

I Used A Bobbypin Which I Dipped In Melted Wax And Drew The Designs By Hand, But I Looked At Different Designs On The Internet To Inspire Me

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My Daughter And I Made These Fantastic-Looking Eggs For Easter Dinner

My Daughter And I Made These Fantastic-Looking Eggs For Easter Dinner

Put them in paper towels and apply food coloring. Leave them on for a couple of hours and voila!

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Easter Eggs

Easter Eggs

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My Girlfriend Made Tiger King-Themed Easter Eggs

My Girlfriend Made Tiger King-Themed Easter Eggs

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A Little Easter Cheer Is Sent Your Way. I Couldn't Resist Dressing Up These Brown Eggs With A Little Acrylic Gouache

A Little Easter Cheer Is Sent Your Way. I Couldn't Resist Dressing Up These Brown Eggs With A Little Acrylic Gouache

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Easter Eggs (Like Last Year's), Me, Food Coloring, 2021

Easter Eggs (Like Last Year's), Me, Food Coloring, 2021

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Easter Egg Decorating Was A Success

Easter Egg Decorating Was A Success

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#76

I Use Silk To Dye Easter Eggs. Always Fun To See How They Turn Out

I Use Silk To Dye Easter Eggs. Always Fun To See How They Turn Out

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This Weekend I Attempted Making Natural Dye And Easter Egg Decorating For The First Time

This Weekend I Attempted Making Natural Dye And Easter Egg Decorating For The First Time

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My Girlfriend Made This Awesome Recyclops Egg For An Easter Egg Decorating Contest

My Girlfriend Made This Awesome Recyclops Egg For An Easter Egg Decorating Contest

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Easter Decoration Idea: Transform An Egg Into A Decorative Bunny

 Easter Decoration Idea: Transform An Egg Into A Decorative Bunny

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Easter Egg, Me, Egg, Egg Dye And Wax, 2020

Easter Egg, Me, Egg, Egg Dye And Wax, 2020

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#81

Each One Is A Universe

Each One Is A Universe

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Happy Easter. Family Is Everything

Happy Easter. Family Is Everything

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Beautiful Easter Eggs

Beautiful Easter Eggs

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Happy Easter. This Was A Zoom "Get Together" Project

Happy Easter. This Was A Zoom "Get Together" Project

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These Easter Eggs

These Easter Eggs

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Easter Eggeye, Me, Tempera, 2023

Easter Eggeye, Me, Tempera, 2023

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Ukrainian-Style Easter Eggs

Ukrainian-Style Easter Eggs

Thanks so much! My family and I make these Ukrainian-style eggs or pysanky. It's a traditional method using very vibrant specialty dyes. You use a hot tool, called a kitska, and beeswax to do a wax resist - i.e. you dye the egg yellow and then cover anything you want to keep yellow in wax before moving on to the next color. In the end, you melt off all the wax you've built up.

Unfortunately, the dyes are not food-safe, but the good news is you get to keep the eggs for years to come!

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Nirvana Easter Eggs

Nirvana Easter Eggs

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My Submission For My Company's Egg Decorating Contest

My Submission For My Company's Egg Decorating Contest

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