How to Make Fabric Covered Easter Eggs
There’s something so thrilling about creating a craft for next to nothing! When I saw that Dollar Tree had 18 packs of plastic eggs, I just had to get some for Easter crafting. Today, I’ll show you how to make fabric covered Easter eggs that look high end for dirt cheap!
It’s time again for the monthly Creative Craft Blog Hop, hosted by my friend Andrea from Design Morsels. You won’t want to miss what my crafty friends have been up to this month! The links to all of their blogs is at the bottom of this post.
Supply List:
- Plastic Easter eggs (mine are 1.69 inches)
- Fabric scraps
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Scissors
How to Make Fabric Covered Easter Eggs
Step 1.
To make one egg, cut the fabric into six strips. Each strip should be about 4 inches long by 1 inch wide. Don’t worry if the fabric is frayed.
Step 2.
Apply hot glue to the top, side and bottom of an egg and glue on a strip of fabric. Repeat on the other side of the egg.
Step 3.
Apply glue under the fabric and press in place against the egg. Wherever you see bulging fabric, add glue and press into place until smooth.
Step 4.
Continue to add fabric strips, overlapping at the seams so none of the plastic is visible. Completely cover the egg with fabric and smooth the fabric against the egg with hot glue and your fingers.
Step 5.
Snip off any loose strings and/or bits of hot glue.
Done! This is a super easy and inexpensive way to add some cute Easter decor to your home!
I actually first made these eggs last year for my Blue and Yellow Easter Tablescape.
Then I used them again this year when I styled my Easter Tiered Tray.
Questions:
What type of fabric should I use?
I recommend using a lightweight cotton fabric, like those used for quilting. It will be difficult to smooth out heavier weight fabrics against the egg.
What patterns of fabric look the best?
I like to stick with a similar color palette with complimentary patterns.
Where can I find fabric?
As you don’t need much fabric for this craft, check first to see what you already have in your stash. If you still need fabric, you can buy inexpensive quilter’s fat quarters at Walmart. They are already grouped in complimentary colors and patterns.
I hope this inspired you to start crafting for Easter! For more inspiration, check out the other blog hop participants below. Next on the hop is our hostess, Andrea from Design Morsels. You’re going to love her burlap bunny ear napkin rings!
Until next time!
Rebecca
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Rebecca, your eggs are so pretty. Love your step-by-step instructions. Your styling is awesome, perfect for Easter. Wish I had found those eggs. Happy Easter.
They really came out super cute!! That’s a fun idea.
What a lovely idea! My favorite is the yellow background with blue flowers. What a great way to use some scraps– and so much better than the plastic ones. : )
Rebecca, these are lovely, and I love how you styled them! Blessings, Cecilia @My Thrift Store Addiction
Love the vintage vibe you created using this lovely fabric pattern for your eggs, Rebecca! Just perfect for Easter!
These are so cute Rebecca! I love that they can be reused every year and you can leave them out all spring. Thanks for sharing and wonderful crafting with you friend.
They look so cute Rebecca! I have tons of scrap fabric, I am going to try this, they look adorable on the tiered tray and of course in the baskets and nests. Thank you!
So pretty and your way of doing this is so approachable! Great tutorial Rebecca!
Rebecca, your eggs look amazing every where you placed them. So easy to make, thanks for sharing.
Your eggs are adorable and are so much prettier than plain plastic eggs. Just picking up some quilting quarters is a great idea, and the colors and patterns usually coordinate so well within the packet that you could make a whole basket full or coordinated eggs! I hope you have a lovely Easter!
These turned out so cute! I love a seasonal decoration that can be reused. Love the fabric you used too. Looks so cute in the moss basket. Happy Easter and thanks for being in the hop.