Editor’s Tip: If you’re planning to eat the eggs, use whipped cream—simply substitute a packaged whipped cream for the shaving cream. Whipped cream eggs should be safe to eat. Editor’s Tip: It’s easiest to start by applying one larger piece to the center of the egg, then using smaller sections to fill in. To create gold flecks, lightly press the sponge into gold acrylic craft paint. Working in sections, carefully dab paint onto half of the egg, then allow it to dry for 20 minutes before repeating the process on the other side. Editor’s Tip: For the best results, use a new piece of cheesecloth for each egg. Other fabrics can be used multiple times. Editor’s Tip: Make them even more magical by using swirled shaving cream eggs as the base. Editor’s Tip: Rubber cement is not food-safe, and these eggs should not be consumed. Editor’s Tip: To give your eggs a beachy texture, brush on a thin layer of decoupage medium and sprinkle with sand before adding your starfish.
