Spring is in the air, the flowers are blooming, and it’s the perfect time to get creative with a playful Easter project with our talented artist Katie! This DIY is all about transforming simple eggs into a cohesive, hand-decorated collection that’s cheerful, cute, and totally Instagram-worthy. Using soft pastel colours and the amazing Ohuhu Nahuku Acrylic Markers, you’ll create a set of eggs that feel like a little family—each egg unique, but all looking like they belong together. 🌸✨
The idea is simple: make six eggs that tell a story together. Think of them as little characters in a pastel wonderland! Each egg should have its own personality—maybe one has stripes, one has dots, another has tiny illustrations like flowers, leaves, or cute bunnies. Play with patterns, colours, and textures to make your collection feel fun, festive, and full of personality.
The best part? There are no rules! Experiment, play, and enjoy the process—your eggs can be as whimsical, sweet, or abstract as you like.
● Real or artificial eggs – I personally love using artificial hanging eggs because they’re easy to style and display.
● Light-coloured base – helps your colours pop beautifully.
● Ohuhu Nahuku Acrylic Markers – perfect for smooth coverage, layering, and vibrant colours.
● Optional: a small vase, Easter branches, dried stems, or a table centrepiece for styling.
Start with clean, dry eggs. Make sure your surface is smooth and free from dust or oils so your markers glide on effortlessly. If you’re using artificial eggs, they’re ready to go—but if you’re using real eggs, you might want to give them a quick rinse and let them fully dry.
Using your acrylic markers, lay down soft pastel tones. Think gentle pinks, blues, greens, and yellows. For the smoothest effect:
● Start with the lightest colours first.
● Let them dry completely before layering in darker shades.
● Blend where colours meet for a soft, dreamy effect.
This base layer is your canvas—it will make your designs pop and feel cohesive across the collection.
Now comes the fun part! Use your markers to decorate with playful patterns, flowing lines, and cute little illustrations. Some ideas:
● Tiny flowers, leaves, and dots
● Stripes, zig-zags, and swirls
● Easter motifs like bunnies, chicks, or carrots
Remember: each egg should feel unique, but make sure the colour palette or style ties them together so they look like a set.
Set your eggs aside and let them dry fully before handling. This ensures your designs stay flawless and vibrant.
Styling Ideas
Once your eggs are ready, have fun displaying them! Here are some cute ideas:
● Hang them on Easter branches in a vase – simple, minimal, and aesthetically pleasing.
● Decorate small indoor plants or dried stems – a playful way to bring Easter into your everyday decor.
● Create a table centerpiece – perfect for Easter lunch or brunch with friends and family.
