We colored our Easter eggs the natural way again this year and learned a few things we want to share with you! In this post you will find the basic how-to for red-pink, yellow, and violet blue and you can make your own color blends from there, plus get some ideas for making it easier and more decorative.
And we’ll answer the question: Can I use the juice from canned beets?
We got some interesting colors and cool effects!
Click here for the original post from last year or just follow these simple instructions. Scroll past the recipe for more ideas, advice and suggestions!
DO wear an apron!
Coloring Easter Eggs the Natural Way
1 dozen hard-boiled eggs, cooled (make patterns with crayons or wax pencils before dipping)
Three pots, each filled with 2 Cups water
HOT PINK – 1 large beet, chopped (peel can stay on)
YELLOW 2 Tbs turmeric
VIOLET BLUE – 12 oz frozen blueberries
3 Tbs white vinegar
crayons or wax pencils
Put one coloring ingredient in each pot. Bring to a boil, turn off and let steep five minutes. Strain into three separate bowls (removing chunky bits*). Add one tsp vinegar to each bowl. Start blending, dipping and cross-dipping until you achieve the colors you like. Dry in the egg carton and add any decorations you see fit.
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