Spring Nest

We are finally seeing some signs of Spring around here.  The temperature is rising and the snow is melting.  I didn't get any bulbs planted last Fall so I'm not seeing tulips popping through the mulch, but, there's always next year, right?

I decided we needed a little bit of Spring inside, so I grabbed a few things and created this:
I found these eggs at the Dollar Store last year.  
I gave them a couple of coats of chalk paint that was leftover from a previous project.
An old toothbrush and some brown craft paint was used to create the speckles:
Once they were dry, I put some spanish moss in a bowl and arranged the eggs.
 Done!  
The easiest project ever and it didn't cost me a cent.
How's Spring coming along in your neck of the woods?

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Comments

  1. I love robin eggs and these turned out perfect, so I am going to give it a try too.
    Happy Spring,
    Kippi #kippiathome

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    1. I'm so glad I inspired you, Kippi. Thanks for stopping by!

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  2. Love it! Easy and elegant. My favorite crafty combination!

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    1. Thanks, Kim. I really needed a bit of Spring!

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  3. So pretty! Nothing says 'Spring' like a cute little nest :) (Found you at the Silver Pennies link party)

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    1. Thank you, Jennifer. I'm so glad you stopped by and hope you'll be back again soon!

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  4. Nicely done and it sounds like a good dollar store deal as well. The speckles make them look real (or like candy).

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    1. Thank you, Jeanna. I didn't think of it, but they do look a little like candy.
      I'm so glad you stopped by!

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  5. Perfect pretty little eggs in a lovely little nest! Thanks for stopping by Celebrate & Decorate!

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    1. Thank you, Chloe...always happy to share!

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    1. Thank you, Maristela. I'm so glad you like it!

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  7. I love a simple and free project! The idea of painting over faux eggs each year for a whole new look is brilliant, the options are endless!

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    1. Thank you, Julie. As you know, I'm a huge of fan of reusing and recycling!

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  8. Super sweet, Ann! How did you create the speckles with the toothbrush? Thanks for sharing at Homestyle Gathering!

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    1. The speckles were created by adding watered-down paint to a toothbrush and running my finger over the bristles, Julie. I may have to do a short video, since it's easier to show than explain!

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  9. I love that Waverly paint color--your eggs are lovely! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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    1. It is one of my favorite colors - I used it on my dining table! Thanks for stopping by.

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  10. I love decorating with eggs, and yours are so pretty. The speckles make them look so realistic! xo Kathleen

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  11. This is adorable! That's quite a transformation with the eggs. They look great now, and I would never have guessed they came from the Dollar Store. Thanks for sharing at Sweet Inspiration!

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    1. Thank you, Amy. It's always fun to see what you can do with Dollar Store finds!

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  12. Hi...I featured your beautiful eggs on my Celebrate your story post this week. check out www.meandmycaptain.com and thanks for linking up. Kari

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