How To Make Perfect Golden Eggs

March 13, 2015
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn
Add some sparkle to your Easter with our golden egg DIY step-by-step. 
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Make Perfect Golden Eggs

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Complete an Easter table setting with the perfect golden egg.

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Materials

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Speedball Mona Lisa Gold Leaf Kit, $12.99; amazon.com

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Step 1

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Start with 24 eggs, hard cooked or wooden (joann.com). Create a drying rack by inserting toothpicks into plastic foam.

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Step 2

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Apply adhesive all over each egg with a foam brush. Then let dry on the rack for about 30 minutes.

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Step 3

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Tear off a sheet of gold foil. (Keep the tissue paper backing.) Place an egg in the center of the sheet, and cover.

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Step 4

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Gently rub off any excess or bumpy gold foil with cheese-cloth. Save these pieces for additional eggs.

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Step 5

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Once the egg is covered, apply sealer all over it with another foam brush. Repeat the process with other eggs.

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Step 6

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Place on the drying rack for at least an hour to let the foil set completely before handling.

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Finished Product

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Incorporate the completed golden eggs into your Easter decor for a fresh look.

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