If you’re looking for a fun and creative way to decorate Easter eggs, why not try adding some glitter? Glitter Easter Eggs are not only easy to make but also add a touch of glamour and sparkle to your holiday decor.
Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or just looking for a fun activity to do with your kids, decorating Easter eggs with glitter is a great way to get in the holiday spirit. In this article, we’ll take you through a step-by-step guide on How to Decorate Easter Eggs with Glitter, including the materials you’ll need, different techniques to achieve the perfect finish, and some helpful tips to make the process a breeze. So grab your glitter and let’s get cracking on creating some stunning Easter eggs that will shine bright like a diamond!
My kids love to try different methods for decorating Easter Eggs. I mean, how many times can you use an egg dyeing kit before it gets boring?
This year, we’ve already tried Egg Dye with Kool-Aid, Natural Yellow Egg Dye Recipe, Easter Egg Dyed Potatoes, Easter Egg Dyeing with Fabric, and Easter Egg Dyeing with Rice.
So, if you’re looking for one more creative Easter idea, this is so much fun and will be a huge hit with the entire family.
What You Need to Decorate Easter Eggs with Glitter
- Hard-Boiled Eggs (dozen eggs)
- Fine Glitter (craft glitter or edible glitter)
- Elmer’s Glue
- Paint Brush
- Quart Baggies
- Hairspray (optional)
- Food Safe Gloves (optional)
You can also find everything you need at Dollar Tree.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you eat glitter Easter eggs?
Technically, you can. However, I don’t recommend it unless you know you are using non-toxic glitter. You also want to ensure your egg is not cracked at all prior to decorating it with glitter to ensure you are not ingesting any of those materials.
Is Elmer’s glue non-toxic?
Yes. Elmer’s glue is non-toxic.
How can I make glitter Easter eggs safe to eat?
Rather than using craft glitter, you can actually use edible food-grade glitter. While the results won’t be as bright and vibrant, this is a safe way to ensure your eggs are completely safe to eat. Rather than using hair spray, you can use a bit of water sprayed onto the eggs and then roll the eggs into the edible glitter.
Can I use brown eggs?
Yes! You can certainly use brown eggs but keep in mind that the color won’t be as vibrant and will in some cases, be darker. White eggs tend to work best.
How do I store the eggs decorated with glitter?
When you are done decorating the eggs, you can place them inside an egg carton and allow them to dry. You can then place them inside the fridge until you are ready to eat them. If you are not consuming them, you can skip the storage process.
Can little kids help make these?
Certainly! Just keep in mind, this can be messy so cover surfaces using an old sheet, paper towels or newspaper. Also, make sure your kids keep the glitter away from their mouth and eyes.
Can I use just egg shells and decorate them with glitter?
Yes! If you want to blow out the eggs and just use the egg shells, you can certainly decorate them with glitter. Keep in mind, egg shells are fragile so handle them carefully.
Can I use plastic Easter eggs to decorate with glitter?
Yes! You can get plain white plastic Easter eggs and use mod podge instead of hairspray to decorate them with glitter. These can then be used for Easter decorations or for gift giving.
Things to Note:
- Technically, you could still eat these eggs, although be careful not to ingest the glitter.
- The hairspray cuts way down on the glitter shedding, so it’s my preference to use it. Cheap hairspray does the trick. This is an alternative to the Elmer’s glue.
- Coating the glitter with another layer of glue didn’t work to hold it in place, it just made it a thick gloppy mess. I wouldn’t do it.
- I attempted just shaking the glitter over the eggs and it was a messy disaster and the coating wasn’t near as smooth. The baggie saves a ton of mess and the coating is so pretty.
- I preferred the fine glitter, but slightly chunkier glitter could work. If it’s too large, the coverage won’t be as good.
- You don’t want a super thick and goopy amount of glue, just a basic thin layer is best.
- This works for any type of eggs, including brown or farm fresh eggs.
How to Decorate Easter Eggs with Glitter
Place a bit of Elmer’s glue or white craft glue in a small bowl.
Make sure your boiled eggs are nice and dry.
Add some of each color of glitter to a quart baggie. Do not mix the colors. I added only a couple tablespoons, but filling the bag up a bit more, if possible, would definitely be better.
Use the paint brushes to coat one egg at a time in glue. Make sure you don’t miss a spot!
Gently drop the coated egg in the bag of glitter of your choosing and gently roll it around in the glitter, being careful to not scrape it against the sides of the bag too much.
Once the egg is nice and coated, leave it in the bag and lay it flat for about 2 minutes.
Gently remove the egg from the bag. If there are any spots that didn’t get coated, gently apply glue in just those spots and place it back in the back and repeat the process.
Once coated to your liking, spray the egg with hairspray, if you’re using it and gently sit it down without scraping the sides and let it dry for about 8 minutes. The hairspray helps the glitter to not shed near as much.
Enjoy your glitter eggs!
Glitter Easter Eggs
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 Hard-Boiled Eggs dozen eggs
- Fine Glitter craft glitter or edible glitter
- Elmer’s Glue
- Paint Brush
- Quart Baggies
- Hairspray optional
- Food Safe Gloves optional
Instructions
- Place a bit of Elmer’s glue or white craft glue in a small bowl.
- Make sure your boiled eggs are nice and dry.
- Add some of each color of glitter to a quart baggie. Do not mix the colors. I added only a couple tablespoons, but filling the bag up a bit more, if possible, would definitely be better.
- Use the paint brushes to coat one egg at a time in glue. Make sure you don’t miss a spot!
- Gently drop the coated egg in the bag of glitter of your choosing and gently roll it around in the glitter, being careful to not scrape it against the sides of the bag too much.
- Once the egg is nice and coated, leave it in the bag and lay it flat for about 2 minutes.
- Gently remove the egg from the bag. If there are any spots that didn’t get coated, gently apply glue in just those spots and place it back in the back and repeat the process.
- Once coated to your liking, spray the egg with hairspray, if you’re using it and gently sit it down without scraping the sides and let it dry for about 8 minutes. The hairspray helps the glitter to not shed near as much.
- Enjoy your glitter eggs!
NUTRITION
Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.