Surprise! I am kicking off the Easter Eggstravaganza a day early. I have so many fun ideas for decorating Easter eggs, and to squeeze them all in, I have to start today. Over the next week, I’ll share beautiful Easter eggs decorated with twine, paper, fabric, mosaic tiles, tissue paper and Mod Podge, napkins, crayons (yep, crayons!), and more. There will be an Eggstravaganza giveaway, too, which may or may not include chocolate bunnies, so read on.
The Easter Eggstravaganza starts today!
Today, I’m sharing Twine Easter Eggs designed by Patty Schaffer. If they look familiar to you, it’s because I shared Patty’s Divine Twine Topiary yesterday. The Twine Eggs and Twine Topiary would be beautiful displayed together on your springtime mantel, or maybe as an Easter dinner centerpiece. Enjoy!
Twine Easter Eggs by Patty Schaffer.
Divine Twine Topiary by Patty Schaffer.
To make Twine Easter Eggs, you’ll need:
- STYROFOAM™ Brand Foam: 3-1/2” x 4-7/8” and 2-5/16” x 3-1/16” eggs
- Pearl head pins in pastel pink
- Beads: Hot pink and orange
- Felt: Purple, pastel pink, hot pink, orange, gold and magenta
- Double-stick tape OR thick, white craft glue OR low-temp glue gun
- Tools needed: Scissors; straight pins
It’s easy to make these eggs any size you like.
To make Twine Easter Eggs:
1. Adhere double-stick tape to all sides of the eggs, covering almost completely. (If you plan to glue on the twine, you can skip this step.)
2. Pin the twine to one end of the egg and start wrapping. Wind the twine tightly together so that the egg doesn’t show through. Wind to the middle of the egg, and then stop and cut the twine. If you’re using glue instead of double-sided tape, glue and pin as you wrap the twine, and wait till the glue dries to remove the pins.
3. Repeat, starting at the other end and wrapping till you meet the twine in the middle.
4. Cut out assorted 1” felt flowers from all the colors of felt. Mix and match to make two- and three-layered flowers.
6. Thread pink and orange beads onto the pearl head pins and randomly pin the flowers on the egg. Pin flowers over the twine ends at the top and bottom of the egg.
For more of Patty’s pretty designs, like her sweet paper bunny bunting, and blooming button flowers, check out her esty shop P.S. it’s in the details.
And now for the Easter Eggstravanganza giveaway. I have a really fun prize package that includes one dozen eggs of STYROFOAM Brand Foam; the winter issue of Stitch Craft Create (you’ll know why I’m including this issue tomorrow); and TWO chocolate bunnies. (I couldn’t decide between milk chocolate and dark chocolate so I decided to include both.)
You might win the winter issue of Stitch Craft Create; one dozen eggs of STYROFOAM Brand Foam; and TWO chocolate bunnies — one milk chocolate and one dark chocolate.
To win, just leave a comment every day during the Easter Eggstravaganza. The more days you comment, the more entries you’ll have. The Easter Eggstravaganza runs from March 2 – midnight on March 10. I’ll announce the winner on Tuesday, March 12. Ready, set, go!
Happy Easter egg crafting!
These are darling! The twine is sweet by itself but the embellishments really make these eggs shine.
Such a sweet idea!! Can’t wait to make these eggs and topiary for my fireplace mantel display. What a great gift for family and friends and so easy to make. I’m on my way to Michaels for my supplies!! Thank you for sharing!!!
How cute are these Easter crafts. I especially love the twine eggs and topiary. I am an Activity Director for a nursing home. I think these crafts would be easy enough for my Resident to plan one of them to do next week. Thanks for the ideas.
Wonderful! I hope everyone has fun with these eggs. Thank you, Cindy. Sharon
What a cool idea.. have wrapped cones with yarns and decorated for other seasons..but LOVE the flowers!!
I know, they really make the eggs sing “spring.” And because the flowers are pinned on, you can change them out for different colors, or even pin on buttons. Sharon
Hello Everyone,
The twine Easter eggs would make a nice group project for a women’s church group or any group! Using the small-ish sized eggs and having all materials organized ahead of time — they would come out beautiful and for folks who don’t routinely craft— how exciting for them!!!!!
Jane
Great idea — I’d love to be in your craft group, Jane. This is easy enough for all levels of crafters. Enjoy! Sharon
Can’t wait to get started on some of these beautiful eggs!!
TY, Teri. More to come! Sharon
I love these Easter crafts !!! Looking forward to see them all
Glad you’re here, Sara. Thanks for stopping in. Sharon
Easter is a wonderful family holiday filled with church, new beginnings, a big family dinner, the Easter Bunny, and the annual Easter Egg Hunt. The newest Easter egg designs are adorable and will fit with everyone’s decor to decorate for the big day. What is exciting is just by changing the colors a bit, they can decorate just about any room in the house. Have found with my nieces and nephews, as well as my sons, as long as some of the Easter eggs have paper money in them, they love the hunt. We avoid the coins in the Easter eggs as some of the little ones could possibly open one with coins and choke. Another health tip is to be cautious with children having peanut allergies when filling the eggs with candy.
Loving your craft ideas and tips!
Angie
Great advice, Angie, thanks for the tips and fun ideas, too. Good idea to fill a few eggs with money — I may try this this year. Thank you. Sharon
Wow, styrofoam eggs! I didn’t know they existed!
You bet, Donna. You’ll find them at Michaels, Jo-Ann Stores, Hobby Lobby, and A.C. Moore.
YUM that chocolate bunny looks delish! I really have ot get back on the ball and do some crafts. Thanks for the inspiration.
I know — I’ve stashed those chocolate bunnies out of sight so I’m not tempted! Thanks, Katiria. Sharon
Wow how easy is this craft. Love the flowers.
Love the twine eggs. What a fun way to add just the right touches of Spring.
Can’t wait for more.
just what a person needs to brighten up the long days of march thanks for sharing the twine topiary and eggs would be a good way toi use up your yarn stash i think
Great idea, Maureen. Here’s a tutorial for yarn-wrapped eggs: http://craftsncoffee.com/2012/03/27/easter-eggstravaganza-week-wrap-up-a-yarn-egg-two-needlefelted-egg-tutorials-too/. Happy crafting! Sharon
Cute eggs. I think I’ll try a couple of these ideas! I’m soooo looking forward to spring…;)
How fun! I see a big Easter basket filled with these beautiful handmade eggs!
Indeed, that would make a beautiful springtime centerpiece. Enjoy! sharon
Sharon,
What a happy way to enter into the Blessed Easter Season! Cannot wait to see how the yellow egg with small flowers around the little chick is made!
Have a peaceful weekend,
Jane
Thank you, Jane. I’ll have the tutorial for the glittered eggs with vintage scenes later this week. Be sure to stop in and see. Sharon
I love the twine covered egg. I’m thinking maybe burlap covered eggs for a country look.
Linda
Love the concept of twine Easter eggs, but I would probably use some of that neon colored twine I’ve seen in dollar stores and use white flowers etc.
Absolutely, Mary Lou. I love your idea of neon eggs — what fun! Sharon
I love all these Easter ideas – thanks for sharing.
What perfect timing!! My eggs from previous years are all out on display. My grandson is coming to stay for 3 days for spring break and I was looking for things to do! Voila! answer to my prayers…thanks for sharing! It will make a nice Easter surprise for his mom & dad when they come for Easter dinner…providing he can keep it a secret…
Have fun with your grandson — it’s great to hear that you’re going to pass along your love of crafts to a new generation. Happy crafting! Sharon