Tie Dye Easter Eggs

If you like getting involved in the Easter tradition of dying Easter eggs, you're going to love these tie-dye Easter eggs! Dying eggs is such a fun activity for toddlers, preschoolers and older kids to do in the run up to Easter and these eggs have been coloured using a fun tie dye technique. Below you'll find directions to make your very own colourful tie dye Easter eggs. Just scroll down for the full step by step directions.

tie dye easter eggs



If you're looking for more Easter egg activities, be sure to check out these Easter eggs made with oil and water, as well as this natural Easter egg dye.

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how to make tie dye easter eggs


This tie-dye Easter egg activity is perfect for in the classroom, a playdate, or even an Easter party. Or of course, just a fun afternoon at home.

Scroll down below for the full directions to make your own tie-dye Easter eggs!


easy tie dye easter eggs for kids


Tie-dye Easter eggs


Supplies for tie-dye Easter eggs


  • Hard boiled eggs
  • Paper towels
  • Liquid food colouring
  • Newspaper
  • Plastic gloves, optional

How to make tie-dye Easter eggs


STEP 1: Gather your supplies


Before you get started, gather up all your supplies needed for the tie-dye Easter eggs. The kids will be getting so excited as they see you start to gather everything up! 


dyeing eggs

STEP 2: Prepare eggs


Start by laying out newspaper onto the table to avoid any staining. Wrap each egg in a piece of paper towel and twist the top to hold it into place, tightly. (see image below)

dyeing Easter eggs

STEP 3: Colour eggs


Next, drip the food colouring onto the paper towel covered eggs one colour at a time, making sure to cover the entire egg.

Easy Tie Dye Easter eggs

Carefully unwrap the egg and place it onto a plate to dry.

coloring Easter eggs

Don't the eggs look effective! The marbled appearance looks beautiful and you can guarentee that each egg will look unique.

We hope you enjoy making these tie-dye Easter eggs with your kids! It is the perfect Easter activity for kids of all ages and you are sure to have an afternoon of fun dying eggs.

How to make tie dye Easter eggs. A fun Easter craft for kids.

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