Paper Easter Egg Art Project for Kids (Free Template)

With Easter quickly approaching, it’s a great time to try some fun Easter crafts with the kids! If you’re looking for a simple and enjoyable project to get into the spirit, why not try out this paper Easter Egg Art Project? It’s perfect for parents who want to keep their little ones entertained or teachers looking for a classroom art activity.

Plus, we’re offering you a free egg template to make it even easier. So, grab your supplies, get ready to paint, and have some fun crafting together!

Easter egg spin art displayed on Easter scrapbook paper.

Easter Egg Art Project

Have you ever made spin art? Spin art, or spin painting, involves dripping paint onto your paper or canvas, then spinning it to scatter the paint. In this project, young artists will practice fine motor skills by cutting out an egg shape, then placing it into a salad spinner to create a unique design. It’s such a fun way to experiment with color, fun patterns, and a great way for kids to let their creativity shine!

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Simple Easter Egg Art Project Supplies

This Easter art project is fun for kids of all ages! Before you start, make sure you’ve got all the right basic craft supplies:

Easter Egg Patter n
White card stock
Acrylic or washable craft paint
Painter’s tap e
Scissor s
Salad spinner
Black cardstock (cut into 4.25″ x 5.5″ pieces)
Double-sided t ape
Sharpie markers (silver)

Watch the Video Tutorial

Watch the video below to be walked through every step of this craft.

Simple Easter Egg Craft Directions

Making your own colorful Easter eggs out of paper is so fun! Follow the directions below to learn how to make them.

STEP 1: Download and print the template. Access the printable Easter egg template by clicking the link in the materials list and subscribing to our newsletter. After subscribing, navigate to the post titled “Easter Egg Art Project” to find your download link.

Print the template on white cardstock. Each child will need one copy.

STEP 2: Cut out the shapes. Use scissors to cut out the shapes. Little hands may need some extra help with this part!

STEP 3: Place the egg cutout in the salad spinner. Press a loop of painter’s tape onto the back of your egg, then place it into the basket of the salad spinner.

Easter egg template inside basket of salad spinner.

STEP 4: Drip paint onto the egg. Squeeze drops of colorful paint onto the paper egg. We used our favorite Crayola Washable Pain t in primary colors, but it would be so fun to experiment with pastel colors.

Magenta, yellow, and blue paint dripped onto a paper egg.

STEP 5: Press the salad spinner. Put the lid on the salad spinner, then press the push button. Now for the best part—give your Easter egg a good spin to create a special design through centrifugal force.

STEP 6: Dry your art. When the salad spinner has stopped moving, remove your Easter egg from the strainer basket and place it on a flat surface to dry. Young children may need a little help with this part because the paper will be very wet!

We placed our eggs on a cooling rack. You may wish to place a paper towel under your artwork to catch dripping paint. While your art is drying, wash your salad spinner with warm water and dish soap.

Three painted Easter eggs drying on a rack.

STEP 7: Mount your art. Center your Easter egg onto a half-sheet of black cardstock. Secure it to the paper with double-sided tape.

STEP 8. Your Easter art project is finished! Invite your child to sign their name in the corner. Kids will enjoy showing off their decorated egg to friends and family!

Finished Easter Egg Spin Art mounted on black paper.

Take it Further

Looking for extension ideas? Try some of these:

Punch holes in the colorful paper eggs and make a festive garland.
Little kids may enjoy using their paper eggs in an indoor egg hunt!
Try using liquid watercolor paints instead of acrylic paint.
Use our free printable template as a “Design Your Own Easter Egg” coloring project!
Instead of using cardstock, trace the template onto a coffee filter. How does that change the craft?
Hang the painted eggs onto an Easter tree!
Offer this craft as a make-and-take at your community library or nature center program.
Use this craft to learn about letter E.
Pair this craft with a book about Easter!
Spread cheer this Easter season by sharing this craft with a friend, family member, or neighbor.
Observe your spin art. Were any different colors created after spinning your egg?
Decorate your classroom bulletin board with student-made Easter eggs!
Paint one egg, then staple the second egg (blank) to the back to make an Easter card.

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