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Melted crayon Easter egg decorating

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This year I was looking for a different way to decorate eggs rather than some of the same old ideas we’ve tried before. I had heard of using crayons on hot eggs to create melted crayon Easter eggs, and I thought it would be a great project to try with my kids.

I’m so glad we tried this out because the end result was so beautiful!

**Please note that this activity requires very close adult supervision and may not be safe for all kids. Please use good judgement when deciding whether this activity is safe to do with your children so as to prevent burns or injuries.**

Note: For more Easter craft ideas, see my Easter Activities for Kids page.

Melted crayon Easter eggs: Create BEAUTIFULLY decorated Easter eggs by drawing on hot eggs with crayons that will melt onto the eggshell for a wonderful effect || Gift of Curiosity

I started by boiling several eggs in hot water for a few minutes. I then scooped them out of the water and placed them into an egg carton for my kids to work from. While the eggs were still hot, I invited my kids to color them with crayons.

 

The eggs at this point were still quite hot – not hot enough to severely burn the skin on contact, but hot enough to get very uncomfortable very quickly when touched. I took safety precautions to keep my kids safe, and I would strongly encourage you to do the same. This activity would not be appropriate for children who are not able to avoid touching the eggs.

Melted crayon Easter eggs: Create BEAUTIFULLY decorated Easter eggs by drawing on hot eggs with crayons that will melt onto the eggshell for a wonderful effect || Gift of Curiosity

The crayons melted practically on contact, creating a beautiful shiny color on the eggshell.

Melted crayon Easter eggs: Create BEAUTIFULLY decorated Easter eggs by drawing on hot eggs with crayons that will melt onto the eggshell for a wonderful effect || Gift of Curiosity

We experimented with mixing colors together, and the results were stunning!

Melted crayon Easter eggs: Create BEAUTIFULLY decorated Easter eggs by drawing on hot eggs with crayons that will melt onto the eggshell for a wonderful effect || Gift of Curiosity

As the eggs cooled, the crayon dried and we were left with some beautiful egg designs. What a fun way to decorate eggs for Easter!

Melted crayon Easter eggs: Create BEAUTIFULLY decorated Easter eggs by drawing on hot eggs with crayons that will melt onto the eggshell for a wonderful effect || Gift of Curiosity

More Easter resources

More Easter posts from Gift of Curiosity:

  • Easter Printables Pack
  • Easter sensory bin
  • Easter egg memory game
  • Easter egg sound matching game
  • Easter Bingo
  • Easter do-a-dot printables
  • Easter coloring pages
  • Easter I Spy game

For more Easter activities and printables your kids will love, see my Easter Activities for Kids page and my Easter Pinterest board.

Filed Under: Spring, Arts and Crafts, Kindergarten, 1st Grade, Easter, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade

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  1. Grandma Marilyn

    March 20, 2015 at 12:13 pm

    I had the grandchildren wear thin mittens to hold the “hot” eggs. They love the activity. Thx for sharing.

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