Silk tie Easter eggs will become a forever favorite.
Consider this your introduction to silk tie Easter eggs.
Annette Browningis a fiber artist and creator of theFiberArtsywebsite.
Credit:Courtesy of FiberArtsy Annette Browning
What Are Silk Tie Easter Eggs?
To learn more about this technique, Browning filled us in.
The Kentucky-based crafter explains that she found this style of decorating while doing research for her website.
Credit:Courtesy of FiberArtsy Annette Browning
She took a particularly deep dive into learning more about the magic that is silk tie transfer.
She has afull tutorialon how to make these beautiful eggs on her website.
Browning shares that even your kiddos can do it.
Credit:Courtesy of FiberArtsy Annette Browning
Tie thread around the top of the egg to keep the fabric in place.
Step 3: Wrap With Fabric Scrap
Wrap the egg a second time in a fabric scrap.
Secure your project by tying it at the top with thread.
(See tips below.)
Let the eggs simmer for 20 minutes.
Step 5: Cool The Eggs
Cool completely, unwrap your eggs, and display them.
Since these eggs are made using fabric dyes, they should not be eaten.
This way, the prettiest part of the pattern will be on the side of the egg on display.
Brown eggs lend themselves better to darker colors.
She also shares that striped patterns do not easily lend themselves to the round shape of the egg.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hard-boiled eggs need to be refrigerated within two hours of cooking.
If they are out longer, use them as decoration instead of a snack.
If you plan to eat your dyed eggs, verify they aren’t at room temperature for too long.
And don’t eat any eggs dyed with non-food items, such as shaving cream.
Some methods, such as the silk tie, cook the egg and dye it at the same time.
Keep your eggs cold and avoid fluctuations in temperature.
If you plan to take them to a gathering, keep them on ice to keep them chilled.
They will begin to sweat as they reach room temperature.
