Dye Easter eggs naturally with tea: Vibrant shades await

Modern methods allow you to achieve beautiful colors using natural ingredients, such as tea. Find out how to effortlessly give eggs unique colors, combining tradition with modernity.

Before starting the dyeing process, it’s important to select the appropriate eggs. The best results are obtained using eggs with light shells, as they absorb dyes better, allowing for more intense and uniform colors.

Dyeing eggs with tea is gaining popularity due to its simplicity and natural approach. To achieve beautiful colors, simply prepare a strong brew of tea. Teas with intense colors, such as black, green, or hibiscus, work best.

The dyeing process is straightforward: boil water, add tea, and let it steep. Then place the boiled eggs in the brew and leave them for several hours until they reach the desired shade. The longer the eggs stay in the brew, the more intense the color will be.

Tea is not the only natural dye that can effectively color egg shells. An equally effective method is using turmeric, which gives the eggs a subtle, golden hue. To achieve shades from orange to red, try boiling eggs in water with onion skins or red beets. For a green color, spinach can be used, while shades of purple and blue can be obtained using red cabbage.

Before starting the dyeing process, eggs should be thoroughly washed and dried, which ensures even coverage with dye and an aesthetic appearance. The time eggs are submerged in the dye is crucial for color intensity — the longer, the more saturated the shade. Experimenting with soaking time allows you to achieve the desired effect. After completing the dyeing process, gently rubbing the eggs with vegetable oil will give them a beautiful sheen.