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March 22, 2021

DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs

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In this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs! via @jugglingactmamaIn this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs! via @jugglingactmamaIn this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs! via @jugglingactmamaIn this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs! via @jugglingactmamaIn this step-by-step tutorial, we'll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs! via @jugglingactmama

In this step-by-step tutorial, we’ll show you how your can create your own stunningly beautiful DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs!

three gorgeous DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs in a bowl on a stone background

I’m kind of on a roll with Easter Egg designs this year! If you missed it, you’ll definitely want to check out my tutorials for Glitter Easter Eggs and also Tie Dye Easter Eggs.

Crafting and DIY projects are one way that I relax and unwind. I love expressing my creativity, especially for different holidays.

close up of a DIY Gold Leaf Easter Egg with a bowl of additional eggs in the background

Today’s tutorial will show you how to use gold leaf to make really stunning DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs. Gold leaf comes in thin sheets and can be used for all kinds of beautiful crafts. You can purchase gold leaf online and in many craft stores. You can also purchase foil flakes in other colors and make all kinds of gorgeous Easter eggs.

DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs - close up of gold leaf sheets in the package

Materials

  • White hard-boiled eggs – you might like to check out this method for How to Make Perfect Hard-Boiled Eggs
  • Acrylic paint- I used a pretty teal color, but use whatever color you prefer.
  • Gold Leaf – you can purchase gold leaf online and in many craft stores. You can also use foil flakes in other colors.
  • Modge Podge
  • Foam Brush
close up of materials needed to make DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs including golf leaf, acrylic paint, and Mod Podge.

How to Make DIY Gold Leaf Easter Eggs

  1. First, make sure you are starting with dry, hard-boiled eggs that are cooled completely.
  2. Next, paint the egg (I used teal), this will take 3 coats. Let dry in between each coat.
  3. With the foam brush add a thin layer of Modge Podge.
  4. After that, break off pieces from one of the gold leaf sheets and adhere to the Modge Podge.
  5. Apply another layer of Modge Podge over the top of the gold leaf and let dry completely.
  6. Repeat until the egg is covered, be sure to keep some areas with just the paint for contrast.
close up of three egg painted teal blue

Easter Egg Dyeing FAQ and Tips

Do Easter Eggs dye better warm or cold?

The temperature of the eggs doesn’t matter for dying them – although I’d recommend letting them cool so that they’re easier to handle. However, make sure you are starting with DRY hard boiled eggs because extra moisture can mess up the dyeing process.

Is it okay to dye cracked eggs?

I do not recommend eating any cracked eggs that have been dyed because bacteria can get into those cracks and make you sick. However, in terms of decorating only, it is fine to use cracked eggs.

close up of a gloved hand holding an Easter egg with Gold Leaf

Find More Easter Egg Inspiration

  • Glitter Easter Eggs from Juggling Act Mama
  • Easter Egg Dyeing 101 from Martha Stewart
  • Acrylic Painted Easter Eggs from Crafty Morning
Easter egg collage image
Easy Easter Egg Designs
close up of three tie dyed Easter eggs
Tie Dye Easter Eggs

More Easter DIY Projects

  • Printable Easter Treat Cones
  • Grapevine Easter Wreath
  • Watercolor Easter Egg Painting
  • Sweet DIY Cricut Easter Projects
close up of two Book Page Easter Egg Chicks
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