How to Make Fingerprint Easter Eggs

Hollow out the eggs., Add tempura paint to paper plates., Hold the hollow egg with a non-dominant hand., Lightly dab a dominant thumb into the paint., Gently "print" the thumb onto the egg. , Repeat with other colors and fingers for different...

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Hollow out the eggs.

    Create small holes at the top and bottom of each egg with a push pin.

    Gently blow out the yolk and whites until the eggs are emptied.

    Use a thin layer of craft sealer on the entire egg so the shell can last longer.
  2. Step 2: Add tempura paint to paper plates.

    Because fingers are used instead of brushes, add a small amount of each color to different plates. , Ensure that the pointer finger and thumb is holding the top and bottom of the egg, so it makes it easier to turn as the egg is being painted on. , Use the paper towels to capture or wipe off any excess paint. ,, Make pictures or designs on each egg. , Set the eggs in an empty egg container until the paint is set. ,
  3. Step 3: Hold the hollow egg with a non-dominant hand.

  4. Step 4: Lightly dab a dominant thumb into the paint.

  5. Step 5: Gently "print" the thumb onto the egg.

  6. Step 6: Repeat with other colors and fingers for different sizes.

  7. Step 7: Allow the eggs to dry.

  8. Step 8: Finished.

Detailed Guide

Create small holes at the top and bottom of each egg with a push pin.

Gently blow out the yolk and whites until the eggs are emptied.

Use a thin layer of craft sealer on the entire egg so the shell can last longer.

Because fingers are used instead of brushes, add a small amount of each color to different plates. , Ensure that the pointer finger and thumb is holding the top and bottom of the egg, so it makes it easier to turn as the egg is being painted on. , Use the paper towels to capture or wipe off any excess paint. ,, Make pictures or designs on each egg. , Set the eggs in an empty egg container until the paint is set. ,

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