Total Time Needed: 1-2 Hours
Instead of opting for the classic egg-dyeing technique this Easter, turn a new leaf with this reverse-stenciling method.
Materials
- Small flat leaves (we used fern, cilantro, dill, thyme, and mint leaves)
- Hard-boiled white eggs
- Nylon stockings, cut into 3-inch-long sections
- Rubber bands
- Water
- White vinegar
- Food coloring
- Large glasses, one for each dye bath (be sure they're wide enough to hold an egg)
- Spoon
Instructions
1. Lay a leaf on an egg, then cover it with a section of nylon stocking to hold it in place.
2. Pull together both open ends of the stocking, then twist the ends together and secure them with a rubber band.
3. For each dye bath, mix 1/2 cup warm water, 1 teaspoon vinegar, and 10 to 20 drops of food coloring in a glass. Carefully submerge the nylon-wrapped egg in the bath and let it soak for about 4 minutes.
4. Use a spoon to remove the egg from the dye bath and set it on a covered work surface. Carefully remove the rubber band, nylon, and leaf. Allow the egg to dry completely before further handling it.
Crafts
