Easter Egg Paper Garland
This spring garland pairs pastel paper with simple patterns like zigzags and dots. Kids can decorate the eggs while adults handle the stringing, so it's a good group project.
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- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Crafting time
- 45 minutes
- Estimated cost
- Under $8
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Pattern ideas
Draw zigzags with a white gel pen, stamp dots with a pencil eraser, or cut wavy strips of contrasting paper and glue them across each egg.
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Materials and supplies
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tools you'll need
- Scissors
- Hole punch
- Pencil
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Step-by-step instructions
Step 1: Make an egg template
Draw an egg about 4 inches tall on cardboard and cut it out.
Step 2: Cut the eggs
Trace the template onto cardstock and cut out 10–12 eggs.
Step 3: Decorate
Add zigzags, dots, stripes or flowers to each egg. Glue strips of patterned paper across some for variety.
Step 4: Punch and string
Punch two holes near the top of each egg and thread twine through them, spacing the eggs about 3 inches apart.
pro tips!
Helpful craft tips
- Decorate both sides if the garland will hang in a window.
Variations to try
- Bunny garland: use a bunny silhouette template.
- Egg cards: fold cardstock and cut an egg shape on the fold.
Frequently asked questions
Can toddlers help with this garland?
Yes. Toddlers can add stickers and color the eggs while an adult cuts and strings them.
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