Ink Jet Decorated Easter Eggs

These ink jet decorated Easter eggs are a colorful and creative way to make Easter egg decorating feel new again. Kids will love watching the colors transfer and swirl across each egg as it rolls across the printed design. This is a fun Easter activity for families, classroom parties, and holiday craft time at home.

Because this project uses printed ink and recycled backing paper, it is best done with close adult supervision. The finished eggs are bright, unique, and full of marbled Easter color.

We have a number of unique options for decorating eggs that you can find in the Easter Crafts category like Rubber Cement Eggs, Flying Pigs and Nail Polish Stained Glass Eggs. Have fun!

Fun Facts

Easter eggs are sometimes called Paschal eggs and have been part of Easter celebrations for many generations. Some are decorated with simple dyes, while others are painted with detailed designs and patterns. This craft is a fun modern twist on a classic Easter tradition.

Supplies

• Hard boiled eggs
• Disposable gloves
• Recycled backing paper from inkjet labels or t-shirt transfer sheets
• Vinegar
• Box lid or shallow tray
• Paper towels
• Inkjet printer
• Printable patterns

Instructions

1. Hard boil the eggs and let them cool enough to handle.
2. Place the eggs back in the pot, cover with water, and add 2 tablespoons of vinegar.
3. Let the eggs sit in the vinegar water for 15 minutes.
4. Drain the eggs and dry them completely with paper towels.
5. Print one of the printable designs onto the glossy side of the recycled backing paper using an inkjet printer.
6. Handle the printed sheet carefully. The ink will stay on the surface and can smudge easily.
7. Lay the printed paper ink side up inside a box lid or shallow tray.
8. Place one egg on top of the wet printed design.
9. Gently tip and tilt the tray so the egg rolls across the ink until you like the look.
10. Set the egg aside to dry fully before touching it again.

Tips

Help protect little hands

Some ink may transfer to fingers, so disposable gloves are a smart idea for this craft.

Print right before using

The ink works best when the sheet is freshly printed. Try to use each sheet right away before the ink begins to dry.

Test your materials first

Different printer inks and different types of backing paper may give different results. It helps to test one egg first.

Keep sheets separated

Do not stack printed sheets, or the wet ink may smear and transfer before you are ready.

Reuse the backing paper

You may be able to reuse the backing sheet by wiping away leftover ink with a paper towel before printing again.

Patterns, Templates and Printables

Print your favorite design on the glossy side of recycled backing paper, then use it to decorate your eggs. This printable Easter activity is a fun way to turn simple supplies into colorful holiday crafts for kids.