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DIY Decoupage Easter Eggs From Napkins

Learn how to make these beautiful decoupage eggs perfect for Easter.
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Active time:35 minutes
Keyword: Decoupage, DIY Easter Project, DIY Home Decor, Easter

Ingredients

  • Craft eggs plastic, styrofoam, or wooden eggs work well
  • Pretty paper napkins with your desired designs
  • Mod Podge Matte or Gloss, depending on the finish you prefer
  • Paintbrush or foam brush
  • Scissors
  • Small bowl for Mod Podge
  • Parchment paper or wax paper
  • Optional: Gloves to keep hands clean craft paint for base coating

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Work Area: Cover your work surface with parchment paper or a plastic sheet to protect it from spills and Mod Podge. Have all your materials within reach to streamline the process, things will get sticky...quickly!
  2. Choose and Cut Your Napkins: Choose napkins with designs that fit your chosen spring or Easter aesthetic. Carefully separate the printed top layer of the napkin from the plain layers underneath, as you'll only need the printed layer. Cut out the designs or patterns you want to decoupage onto your eggs. You can cut them into small pieces or use larger sections depending on the look you're going for.
  3. Prepare the Eggs: If you're using plastic eggs or wooden eggs, you can start decoupaging directly. For styrofoam eggs, you might want to paint them with a base color that complements your napkin designs. Let the paint dry completely before the next step.
  4. Apply Mod Podge: Pour a small amount of Mod Podge into a bowl for easy access. Using your paint brush, apply a thin layer of Mod Podge to a section of the egg where you want to place your napkin piece.
  5. Apply the Napkin: Carefully place the napkin piece over the area where you applied Mod Podge. Gently smooth out the napkin with your fingers or brush to remove any wrinkles or bubbles. Be gentle to avoid tearing the napkin.
  6. Seal the Napkin: Once the napkin is in place, apply another thin layer of Mod Podge over it to seal the napkin onto the egg. This also gives the egg a protective coating. Be sure to cover the edges of the napkin well to ensure they are fully adhered. I like to use my finger to really press any creases and edges down.
  7. Continue Decoupaging: Repeat the process, applying Mod Podge and the pieces of napkins until the entire egg is covered. You can overlap pieces for a collage effect or place them side by side for a more uniform look. You can apply a final coat of mod podge over all over the decoupage eggs to seal.
  8. Let Them Dry: Allow your decoupaged eggs to dry completely. This may take a few hours depending on the amount of Mod Podge used and the humidity in your area.
  9. Display Your Easter Eggs: Once dry, your decoupaged Easter eggs are ready to be displayed. You can place them in a decorative bowl, hang them if they have a loop, or use them as part of a larger Easter display.