One of the classic traditions of Easter is decorating eggs, a symbol of new life and joy. This year, why not add a little buzz to your Easter festivities with an egg-cellent twist? We’re going to turn ordinary eggs into charming bumble bee easter egg friends.
This craft is not only a cute departure from the typical Easter designs, but it’s also a fun way to bring a bit of the springtime garden indoors. So gather the little ones around the table, and let’s make some bee-autiful creations together!
Schools often embrace the easter egg decorating tradition by hosting egg painting competitions that spark creativity and bring communities together, and this cute bumble bee easter egg could be the idea you’ve been looking for!
What Type of Eggs to Use for Easter Egg Decorating?
When considering what base to use for your Easter egg craft, there are several options to weigh. While real eggs have been the classic choice, they come with considerations. Blowing out an egg to paint the fragile shell can be a delicate process, perhaps too intricate for younger children.
On the other hand, painting raw eggs carries the risk of breakage and the inevitable mess that follows, which is why we recommend using cooled hard-boiled eggs if you’re opting for a real egg—it’s simply less messy and less risky.
For a more durable and equally enjoyable alternative, wooden eggs can serve as a fantastic canvas, allowing for reuse year after year.
However, if you lean towards plastic eggs for their versatility and child-friendly nature, keep in mind that some paints may not adhere as well to their glossy surface, so selecting the right type of paint or preparing the surface with a primer may be necessary.
Bumble Bee Easter Eggs
Welcome spring with a craft that's as cheerful as the season itself—hand-painted bumblebee Easter eggs! In this joyful springtime activity, we take the traditional Easter egg decorating a step further, transforming them into delightful little bees that are sure to bring a smile to anyone's face.
Perfect for a family crafting session, these eggs bring the essence of blooming gardens into your home.
Not only is this craft cute and unique, but it's also a wonderful way to engage with the little ones in an activity that buzzes with creativity and the warm fuzziness of the coming season.
Get ready to add a dash of whimsy to your Easter celebration with these charming bumblebee buddies!
Materials
- Hard-boiled eggs (cooled)
- Yellow paint
- Black paint
- White paper
- Black marker
- Paintbrushes
- Scissors
- Glue
Instructions
- Step 1: Painting Base Color
Begin by painting your hard-boiled eggs with yellow paint. This will be the base color of our bumblebees, so make sure to cover the egg completely. Allow the eggs to dry completely, which may take about an hour.
- Step 2: Adding Stripes
Once the yellow paint has dried, it's time to add our bumblebee stripes. Dip a fine paintbrush in black paint and carefully add two or three horizontal stripes around the egg. If your hands are shaky, you can gently rotate the egg as you hold the brush steady. Let the stripes dry.
- Step 3: Preparing the Wings
While waiting for the stripes to dry, take the white paper and fold it in half. Draw a wing shape and cut out, creating two identical wings. These will be the wings for your bee.
- Step 4: Attaching the Wings
With the black stripes dried, apply a small amount of glue to the side of the egg and attach the paper wings, one on each side. Press gently but firmly to ensure they're secure.
- Step 5: Drawing the Face
For the face of the bee, use the black marker to draw two small eyes and a smiling mouth. Feel free to get creative here—each bee's face can have its own personality!
- Step 6: Letting it All Set
After all your eggs have transformed into little bees, give them some time to let the glue and paint set completely. This is a good moment to clean up and prepare for the Easter display.
This bumblebee Easter egg craft is wonderful for children of all ages, though it’s most suitable for kids aged four or five and up due to the intricacies of painting and gluing.
The process is straightforward enough to engage young minds, yet it offers enough room for older children to flex their artistic muscles. Regardless of the material you choose for your eggs, this activity is a beautiful way to usher in the vibrancy of spring and the joy of Easter.
There you have it—adorable bumblebee Easter eggs that are sure to be a hit with your family and guests.
This craft is not just about celebrating Easter; it’s about enjoying the process of creating and spending quality time with loved ones.
These little bees can make a delightful addition to your Easter baskets, a centerpiece for your spring table, or even a playful Easter decor piece for a child’s room during Easter week.
The beauty of crafting is in the memories you make as much as the crafts you create. So this Easter, spread your wings and let your creativity fly!
Happy Easter, and happy crafting!
More Easter Crafts
We have tonnes more Easter inspiration and east Easter crafts. Whether you’re looking to create an Easter atmosphere at home, in school or seeking engaging activities for family bonding, our Easter crafts and printables offer so much fun for Spring time.
Explore our range of Easter crafts that celebrate the season with a burst of creativity and color
- String Art Decorated Eggs
- Easy Easter Egg Potato Printing Craft
- Cardboard and Rice Easter Egg Sensory Puzzle
- Fine Motor PomPom Painting Easter Egg Craft for Kids
- How to Make an Origami Bunny (Easy)
- Easy Carrot Easter Basket Craft for Kids
- Free Printable Easter Story Coloring Pages for Kids
- Easter Egg Hunt Coloring Pages for Kids
More Bumble Bee Crafts
If the buzz of the bumblebee crafts has caught your fancy, we have a whole hive full of ideas to keep you busy!
These crafts and bee themed activities are sure to keep the creativity buzzing in your home long after Easter.
- Cardboard Tube Bumble Bee Craft
- Bee-Themed Sensory Bin for Preschoolers
- Maya the Bee Colouring Pages and Printable Mask
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