Glue colourful napkins onto plastic or wooden eggs and then display them in an Easter basket or decorative bowl! This colourful Easter craft is both relaxing and fun for adults, and easy enough for kids to make.
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What is decoupage?
Decoupage is the act of decorating an object by gluing on cutout pieces of paper. It’s considered an art form, and is often combined with paint, gold leaf, or other decorative elements. The word decoupage is both a noun (works produced by the art of decoupage) and a verb (the act of decoupaging).
Do I have to use a napkin to make decoupage Easter eggs?
Napkins work great for decoupage because they come in so many different patterns, and the coloured layer is so thin and flexible. But if you don’t have napkins you like, you can also use thin wrapping paper, magazine pages, fabric, printed tissue paper, or rice paper. Any thin, paper-like material should work.
Where can I buy napkins for decoupage Easter eggs?
What style of napkin is best for making decoupage Easter eggs?
The type of napkin you buy will depend on the look you’re going for. Look for napkins in the colour palette you want, with lots of small details that are distinct and easy to cut around. You can also paint your Easter egg and simply add 1 large focal point design to the egg. We like our floral napkins, but you can also use napkins with polka dots, stripes, stars, fruit, text, or any design you’d like.
Do I have to use Mod Podge to make decoupage Easter eggs?
Mod Podge works great, and it’s pretty inexpensive to buy if you don’t have any at home. But if you really don’t want to buy a special glue, you can water down regular white glue with 3 parts glue to 1 part water. However we still recommend using Mod Podge. It’s a glue and a sealer in one, and it will prevent your Easter eggs from yellowing or peeling (which might happen with school glue).
Can I add other elements to my decoupage Easter eggs?
We like our decoupage Easter eggs as is, but depending on the design of your napkin you can definitely add some other details. Tie a ribbon around the egg, glue on a bow, add a faux flower to the egg, or add a touch of sparkle with some rhinestones.
Decoupage Easter eggs are so pretty, and it’s a lot of fun piecing the napkin designs together. Choose a napkin colour that matches your decor or make your decoupage eggs in fun Easter colours. Either way, these DIY Easter decorations will last for years to come!
Here’s even more Easter egg craft ideas:
Yarn Easter Eggs
Pipe Cleaner Easter Eggs
“Watercolor” Easter Eggs
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