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March 26, 2013

Glittered Egg Place Cards

 

Glittered Egg Place Cards www.atthepicketfence.com

 

Easter has snuck up on me this year.  I know that JoAnn’s has already moved on to its patriotic Memorial Day décor, but I’m still putting away stray hearts from February. Throw in spring break, a special 6 year old birthday celebration, and a week long visit from my in-laws and I’ve realized that our Easter will have a much simpler, but hopefully still very meaningful feel to it this year.

One thing that is incredibly meaningful for us this year is the chance to celebrate Easter brunch with a few friends that have no local family.  There will be 19 of us in total and while the meal will be casual, a group of that size requires a little strategy with seating.  With only a few basic supplies (and no skill required), each seat has been festively assigned and warmly awaits our Easter morning chorus of “He is risen….He is risen indeed!”  Even if your celebration doesn’t require assigned seating, these iridescent eggs could make an easy, last minute centerpiece, especially if you’re behind the 8-ball like me!

How to make glittered eggs www.atthepicketfence.com

Glittered Egg Place Cards

Materials needed:

Plastic eggs
Mod Podge
Glitter
Spanish Moss
Paper name tags

 I used both decorative robins eggs and standard-issue plastic Easter eggs for this project and had good results with both.  For the plastic Easter eggs I chose ones in the same color family as the glitter I was using to avoid a glaring contrast showing through.  The plastic egg in the image documenting the glitter step was a blue Easter egg.

 

glittered egg supplies www.atthepicketfence.com

Coat plastic egg with Mod Podge.  Cover egg liberally with fine glitter.

How to make glittered eggs www.atthepicketfence.com

 

Allow to dry and touch up areas with minimal coverage.

drying glittered eggs At the Picket Fence

Use Spanish moss to create free-form nests.  Print off name tags and adhere with glue dot, hot glue, or double sided tape.

Glittered egg nest place cards www.atthepicketfence.com

 

And for the kids, we kept with the nest theme but made an edible variety.

edible easter egg nest place cards www.atthepicketfence.com

It might have snuck up on me this year but my desire to make this day special is still the same. And, ultimately, we know that it isn’t about glittered eggs, nests and place cards.

However prepared you feel this Easter, may your heart and your home be filled with joy as you celebrate our risen Savior.

Looking forward to seeing you again soon at the Fence,

Julie Signature

 

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  1. lucy says

    March 26, 2013 at 7:15 AM

    I’d be happy to be a guest at your table! Beautifully done! L

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  2. Chrisitina says

    March 26, 2013 at 8:19 AM

    Just delightful – your guests are so lucky- and the little edible nests are so sweet!

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  3. Cynthia says

    March 26, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    So pretty and simple. Thanks. Happy Easter to you and your family.

    Cynthia

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  4. Angelina says

    March 26, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    Julie, these are absolutely Lovely. It always seems when we have to simplify, the things we create, make or bake are always at there best! Your children’s setting is Adorable as well. LOVE it!!
    Have a Very Blessed Easter Celebration!
    xo
    Angelina

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  5. Jill Flory says

    March 26, 2013 at 10:01 AM

    How lovely! I’d love to find time to do some glittering – it’s been since before christmas since I’ve had the glitter out!

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  6. jp says

    March 26, 2013 at 10:33 AM

    These are so sweet…I love the mix of glittered and painted eggs, it gives a nice mix of texture to your assortment! Happy Easter, girls!

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  7. Lauren says

    March 26, 2013 at 1:56 PM

    BEAUTIFUL and how exciting to be hosting those who would not be with family or friends on this special day. I’m sure it’s going to be a wonderful day — I’ll be celebrating with all three of my grown children at the table for the first time in a few Easters!

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  8. Leslie Stewart @ House on the Way says

    March 26, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    I’m loving these Glitter Eggs! What a cute and clever idea! Thanks for sharing!

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  9. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    March 26, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    Too, too cute and simple — my kind of project! Have a blessed Easter, Julie!
    ~ Heidi

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  10. Beth@Unskinny Boppy says

    March 27, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    These look great and so easy! Pinning!

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  11. Becca says

    March 27, 2013 at 4:52 PM

    They are absolutely adorable, Julie … love the glitter! And, how *sweet* (pun intended) that the kiddos get an edible version! Happy Easter!

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  12. Christina @ No. 29 Design says

    March 29, 2013 at 6:11 PM

    Those are adorable! I’m going to have to try that.

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    March 12, 2016 at 9:46 AM

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