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Decorate Eggs
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Make patterns (optional)
Now for the fun part--putting patterns on your eggs before you dye them. (Or you can dye them a light color first, let them dry, then apply patterns before dyeing them a darker color.) The patterns will resist the dye you dip the eggs in, leaving white shapes (or pale ones) when removed. Whether the eggs are boiled or hollow, make sure they're cool and dry before you start this process.
There are dozens of ways to make patterns, but here are a few easy methods:
Cut-outs. Use a pair of scissors to cut simple shapes (flower petals, leaves, hearts, clovers, fish, ducks, and so on) from electrical tape, or trace them on the peel-away backing of adhesive shelf paper and then cut them out. Position the sticky shapes on your boiled or hollowed eggs and leave them in place during the dyeing process.
Crayons. With white or clear wax crayons, lightly mark some patterns or designs on your eggs, or draw letters on them. Remember that hollowed eggs are especially fragile, so don't press too hard. You won't make visible marks, but the wax will resist the dye you dip the eggs in, causing a relief pattern. Use a dark-colored dye for the best results.
Candle drippings. With a lit candle, drip polka dots or abstract designs onto an egg. Carefully pick away the wax with your fingernail when you're done dyeing the egg and it's dry--or leave it if you like the effect.
Note: Hot wax can cause serious burns, so don't let children use this last method. Also, never wear latex gloves while handling hot wax, since they can trap the wax next to your skin.
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