Make patterned Easter eggs with the help of a few old ties.
Learn how to dye eggs with silk ties in just three steps.
These silk tie Easter eggs give new meaning to the term “tie-dye.”
Credit: Jacob Fox
You won’t believe how easy it is to transfer patterns from the fabric onto plain white eggs.
When choosing your fabric, look for bold patterns with many colors.
Add the finished eggs to yourEaster basketor use them as part of yourannual egg hunt.
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You’ll need approximately one tie for every three eggs.
(We found the bottom third of the tie was large enough to cover one egg.)
attempt to smooth any wrinkles or creases.
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The tighter you wrap it, the clearer the pattern will be.
This will help keep the dye from transferring to the other eggs as you boil them.
Secure with plain white string or a rubber band.
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Cook Eggs
Gently set your wrapped eggs into a low stockpot and cover them with cold water.
Be sure there’s at least an inch of water covering the top of the eggs.
Over medium heat, slowly bring water to a boil and cook for a minimum of 20 minutes.
Remove Fabric
Once the eggs are cool, cut off each egg’s cotton and silk fabric.
Don’t reuse the silk fabric on another eggthe design has already been transferred.
Gently wipe the eggs dry of any excess moisture.
Store in the refrigerator until ready to add to yourEaster centerpieceor basket.
These eggs are for decorative uses only.
We don’t recommend eating the finished silk tie-dyed eggs.
