4 Natural Egg Dyes (That Really Work!)
Skip the chemicals and try these safe and natural Easter egg dyes! Create beautiful, rustic colors using simple kitchen ingredients that you probably already have in the pantry!
Servings 4 Colors
Cost $10
Equipment
- 4 Saucepans
- 4 Large Bowls
- 1 Colander
- Measuring Cups
- whisk
Ingredients
Turmeric Dye Ingredients
- 1 Quart Water
- 5 Tablespoons Turmeric
- 1 Tablespoon White Vinegar
Black Tea Dye Ingredients
- 1 Quart Boiling Water
- 8 Black Tea Bags personal size
- 1 Tablespoon White Vinegar
Beet Dye Ingredients
- 1 Quart Water
- 2 Large Beets chopped
- 1 Cup White Vinegar
Blackberry Dye Ingredients
- 1 Quart Water
- 4 Cups Blackberries
- 1 Cup White Vinegar
Instructions
How to Make Yellow Dye with Turmeric
- Add the turmeric and water to a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Stir until the turmeric is fully dissolves and allow to boil about more 10 minutes.
- Pour in the vinegar and whisk to mix. Your dye is ready!
How to Make Orange Dye with Black Tea
- Combine boiling water and tea bags in a large heat-safe bowl. Allow the tea to steep for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze the tea bags to get out as much of the liquid as possible, then discard the tea bags.
- Whisk the vinegar into the tea. Your dye is ready!
How to Make Red Dye with Beets
- Thoroughly scrub beets and trim away all of the stems. This step is important — any dirt, stems, etc. will discolor the dye.
- Bring water to boil in a saucepan. Chop beets, add to the pot of boiling water and reduce to a simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Pour beets and water through a colander so that the beet water goes into a bowl. Keep the beets to enjoy in a salad or other recipe, or add to your compost.
- Stir the vinegar into the bowl of beet juice water. Your dye is ready!
How to Make Blue Dye with Blackberries
- Combine blackberries and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce and and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Smash the blackberries to release juice and let simmer for 5 more minutes.
- Strain the mixture to remove the fruit pieces.
- Add vinegar to the blackberry liquid and stir. Your dye is ready!