How to Make Fingerprint Easter Eggs

Two Parts:Preparing the Materials Painting the Eggs

Finger painting is a treasured kid's activity and one of the first ways in life infants and children can explore the arts and creativity in them. Easter eggs doesn't necessary need to be dyed - give children the opportunity to paint eggs with their fingers.

Part 1
Preparing the Materials

1
Hollow out the eggs. Create small holes at the top and bottom of each egg with a push pin. Gently blow out the yolk and whites until the eggs are emptied.
- Use a thin layer of craft sealer on the entire egg so the shell can last longer.
2
Add tempura paint to paper plates. Because fingers are used instead of brushes, add a small amount of each color to different plates.

Part 2
Painting the Eggs

1
Hold the hollow egg with a non-dominant hand. Ensure that the pointer finger and thumb is holding the top and bottom of the egg, so it makes it easier to turn as the egg is being painted on.
2
Lightly dab a dominant thumb into the paint. Use the paper towels to capture or wipe off any excess paint.
3
Gently "print" the thumb onto the egg.
4
Repeat with other colors and fingers for different sizes. Make pictures or designs on each egg.
5
Allow the eggs to dry. Set the eggs in an empty egg container until the paint is set.
6
Finished.