Eggshells are often seen as nothing more than a waste product to be thrown away after you've used the egg inside. But eggshells have lots of uses – and can be tons of fun. Here’s a few fun ways for kids to make use of these amazing vessels.
Eggshells are often seen as nothing more than a waste product to be thrown away after you've used the egg inside. But eggshells have lots of uses – and can be tons of fun. Here’s a few fun ways for kids to make use of these amazing vessels.
- Create eggshell mosaics: Break the eggshells into small pieces and use them to create beautiful mosaic designs. Simply glue the pieces onto a piece of paper or cardboard in a pattern of your choice. You can even use food colouring to dye the eggshells beforehand.
- Make eggshell seed planters: Fill an eggshell with soil and plant a seed inside. As the seed grows, the eggshell will gradually break down and provide nutrients to the plant. It's a fun way for kids to learn about plants and recycling.
- Create eggshell creatures: With a bit of glue and some googly eyes, eggshells can be transformed into cute creatures. Add pipe cleaners for legs or wings, and feathers for texture. Let your imagination run wild.
- Painted eggshells: Use paint or markers to decorate eggshells with fun designs. Make miniature works of art by creating intricate patterns or scenes on the shells; be careful when holding the eggs that you don’t accidentally crush them; use cut-down egg cartons or egg cups as holders to make it easier.
- Make a candle: colour your eggshells with food colouring or paint, then fill them with a wick and melted candle wax. (Get an adult to help you melt the wax). Display them in egg cups.
So, next time you crack open an egg, remember that the eggshells themselves hold immense potential for fun and creativity. Engage in these eggshell crafts, involve your kids, and explore the world of imagination that lies within these fragile yet remarkable vessels. Let the joy of crafting with eggshells remind us of the endless possibilities and hidden treasures that can be found in the most unexpected places.