Ingredients
- Clean recycled cardboard or sturdy shallow box or clean paper egg carton
- Craft paper, decorative paper, or scrapbook paper
- Acrylic craft paint in chosen colors
- Paintbrushes or foam brushes
- Craft glue, white PVA glue, or decoupage glue
- Optional hot glue for reinforcement
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Eraser
- Decorative ribbon, twine, stickers, labels, or embellishments
- Optional clear water-based sealer or decoupage topcoat
- Scissors
- Craft knife (used by an adult only)
- Cutting mat or protected work surface
- Bone folder or blunt edge of ruler for folds
- Small bowl or palette for glue and paint
- Fine-grit sandpaper (only if working with rough rigid board or wood)
Instructions
- Choose and clean the base.
- Plan the size and layout.
- Cut the material carefully.
- Score and fold the edges.
- Assemble the holder.
- Add internal dividers or supports.
- Reinforce weak areas.
- Cover the surface, if desired.
- Paint the holder.
- Add decorative details.
- Seal the finished surface.
- Check the finished holder.
Notes
For a holder that will touch eggs, choose clean materials and allow adhesives, paint, and sealant to cure fully before use. Handle with care.
