from week ending March 29, 1998
Design and Instructions by Diana Trupiano
This is a project so easy, it's perfect for the whole family. (Even grown-ups can do it!) I have done this project with children as young as 3.
Supplies:
plastic eggs, any size
assorted tissue paper, varying prints and colors
Aleene's Instant Decoupage Glue, Gloss Finish
flat paint brushes
scissors
fine sand paper
Instructions:
1) Sand surface of eggs slightly to help adhesion.
2) Tear or cut tissue paper into small pieces, approximately 1/2" to 3/4".
3) Working a small area at a time, apply glue to egg with brush. Place piece of tissue paper on glue and smooth out wrinkles. Put a coat of glue over the top.
4) Repeat step 3 until entire surface of egg is covered. Set egg aside to dry. Don't worry about the milky appearance of the glue when wet. It dries quickly, and completely clear.
5) *Optional* If desired, once completely dry, the eggs can be cut open at the seam. I use an exacto knife for this. Of course, this is NOT a step for the children.
There are additional ways to enhance this method of egg decorating. You can sprinkle extra fine glitter onto the eggs, or use a gold or silver paint pen to outline flowers or other patterns in the tissue designs. How many ways can you think of to enhance these eggs?