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Shaving Cream Easter Egg Painting

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Easter is a wonderful time for families to come together and celebrate. One of the most exciting traditions during this holiday is decorating Easter eggs.

However, traditional egg dyeing can be messy and time-consuming, and it often involves using harsh chemicals. If you’re looking for a fun and hands-on way to decorate Easter eggs with your kids, then you’re in luck! In this Easter kid’s craft tutorial, we will be showing you how to make Shaving cream Easter eggs.

This is a fun and creative alternative to traditional egg dyeing that is safe, easy, and inexpensive. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create beautiful and unique Easter eggs that your kids will love. Plus, it’s a great way to spend quality time with your family and create lasting memories. So get ready to roll up your sleeves, get a little messy, and have some fun making Shaving cream Easter eggs!

Supplies:

Instructions:

Hard boil 12 eggs.  Allow to cool.

Soak the eggs in a bowl of vinegar for at least 10 minutes.  

In a large container thaw out whipped topping, smoothing it until it is even.

Using gel food coloring, mix and swirl the coloring.  You can do solid colors or mix to swirl several colors.



NOTE: It is important to use gel food coloring!  Traditional food coloring will not be as dark or easily seen.  

Place your egg in the whipped topping.

Spoon over to fully cover the egg.  Leave it there for 15 minutes.

In a small bowl, fill it with water.  Gently dunk the egg in water and swish it around.  Do not rub the excess whipped cream off or run it under the tap as that will wash away the coloring.  

Allow to dry.  

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Etsy Feature – DIY Face Planter Pottery Template

Quirky, fun, and full of personality—this DIY Face Planter Pottery Template is the kind of project that makes everyone smile. Planters are already a favorite for potters because they’re so versatile, but when you add a playful face into the mix? You’ve got a conversation starter, a gift idea, and a cheerful addition to your home all in one.

What It Is

This template guides you step-by-step in slab-building a face-shaped planter. You’ll get the form sorted out easily, leaving all the creativity in the decorating stage—think glasses, freckles, funny noses, bright lips, or even exaggerated cartoon features. It’s essentially a blank canvas with character built right in.

Why It’s Fun and Functional

  • Customizable: Each planter can be as unique as the person making it—no two faces will ever be the same. 
  • Beginner-Friendly: Templates take away the guesswork, letting you focus on the fun. 
  • Gift-Worthy: Perfect as a handmade present for plant lovers or anyone who loves whimsical décor. 
  • Practical: A planter you’ll actually use, not just display. 

Creative Ideas for Your Planter

  • Add bright glazes to create bold personalities. 
  • Use matte neutrals for a more modern, sculptural look. 
  • Give each face a “hairstyle” with trailing plants like string of pearls, ferns, or succulents. 
  • Try a family set—different faces for different family members or moods. 

Why You’ll Love This Project

This planter template is more than just pottery—it’s playful art. The finished piece brings life and laughter into any space, and because you can customize it endlessly, it’s the kind of project you’ll want to make again and again.

You can find it here: DIY Face Planter Pottery Template on Etsy.

This post is part of my Etsy Feature series, where I highlight clay templates, tools, and creative projects that make pottery fun, approachable, and full of charm. This one is especially delightful because it gives you permission to play and be silly with your clay.

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