7 Natural Easter Egg Dyes

The secret to homemade Easter eggs is as close as your kitchen. Check out these everyday ingredients that will dye your eggs naturally in boiled water.

Red/Orange - Paprika

Blue - Blueberries or red cabbage

Pink - Red beets

Green - Spinach leaves

Brown - Coffee

Purple - Grape juice

Yellow - Tumeric

Directions

1. Put 3 to 4 eggs in a pot of water so that the water covers the eggs and they have room to lay in a single layer.

2. Add 1 to 2 teaspoons of vinegar.

3. Add the dye ingredient of your choice.

4. Bring water to a boil, lower heat and let simmer for 15 to 20 mins.

5. Remove from water with a slotted spoon and let cool.

Mix, match and experiment to make new colors. Keep eggs in the refrigerator until you are ready to use them.