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DIY Robin Eggs

Nothing beats the sounds of Spring - birds singing and searching for the perfect branch on which to build their nests.  Although ... branches really aren't necessary - we find nests in our garage in our rubber boots!  

Regardless of where they build their nests, the sight of brightly colored blue eggs in a nest is such a thrill.  To bring a touch of Spring indoors, these DIY robin eggs are fun to make.





Supplies:

Mini plastic eggs
Blue spray paint
Brown spray paint
Cardboard box





This is one of those projects that take longer to explain than to actually do it.  :)




Just place the plastic eggs in a cardboard box and with one hand, tilt the box to turn the eggs while using your other hand to spray them with blue paint.  You can do many eggs at once and when thoroughly covered with paint, gently separate the eggs so that sides aren't touching.  Let dry.

When dry, repeat the process but lightly spray with brown paint to create brown dots.   Let dry.  Note:  If your brown spray paint does not provide a splotched effect, you can also use regular brown craft paint and a stiff paint brush.  Lightly load the brush with brown paint and using your finger, flick the brush bristles to "spray" paint onto the eggs. 

And, that's it - you're left with pretty little robin eggs that you can display in a decorative bowl, nest, or a clear apothecary jar. 


 Wishing you a happy Spring! 



Thank you to Kathryn at The Dedicated House for featuring this project! 



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