Paper mache eggs are a great way to decorate for Easter. These beautiful Easter eggs can be purchased or made at home. The supplies are relatively inexpensive and consist of balloons, newspaper, cardboard, paint, string and the paper mache paste which can be made several different ways.
This page provides information about, and links to, ways to create festive paper mache eggs for the Easter season.
Making Paper Mache Easter Eggs
Making a paper mache Easter egg can be a great way to involve younger children in the fun of the Easter holiday. A balloon can easily be transformed into a beautiful, colorful Easter egg using simple ingredients like paper mache paste, tempra paints and glitter. Once you have coated the balloon carefully with paper mache paste and newspaper, be sure to allow it plenty of time to dry (about a day). Then begin decorating your paper mache egg. Allow your child to get creative and design his or her own unique egg.http://www.dltk-holidays.com/easter/mpaper_mache_egg.htm The finished Easter eggs can be used around the house to decorate for Easter, or they can be given as gifts to friends or family members. Consider also that larger paper mache Easter eggs can be used as pinatas for fun holiday games.
Fast, Easy Paper Mache Recipe
This video clip explains ways to make your own homemade paper mache paste. Mix together a few cups of flour, water and table salt together in a bowl until it is thoroughly blended. Be sure you have assembled your newspaper before you create your paste, as it dries quickly.
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Store bought make great gifts or Easter decorations
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Materials to make your own are inexpensive
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Fun activity for the family, including young children
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Make great inexpensive decorations
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Fairly easy clean up
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Be sure to supervise children closely during the project
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Pre-prepared paper mache paste can be used, or you can make your own at home
