If you want to draw some patterns or pictures on eggs, it’s better to use a blown-out egg instead of a boiled egg as you can keep it longer. How do we blow out the yolk inside an egg? It’s very easy, even a 10 year old with adult’s supervision can do.

1. Hold a raw egg carefully. Use a darning needle to poke a hole in the broader end of the egg as it has the air cell in it. Don’t start with the narrow end as it can result in egg running out before you are ready.

2. Poke the needle far enough in to break the yolk, then stir the contents.

3. Press the needle to make another hole in the narrow end of the egg. The hole should be somewhat bigger than the first one.

4. Hold the broader end (with air cell) up to your mouth, blow and force the content out of the larger hole into a bowl.

5. Once the egg is mostly empty, clean out the remaining contents inside the egg by filling with running water through the larger hole. Gently hold the egg, close the holes with fingers and shake the egg as you rinse inside the egg. Repeat a few times until the water runs out clear. Make sure the egg is completely clean, otherwise it will begin to smell very soon.

6. Let dry on a paper towel. Wait until the egg has completely dried, put a few drops of glue over the holes to protect the egg from cracking.

It’s done. You can begin to decorate it!

Another way:
How I Blow Eggs [sunnisan.com]

Related posts:
Fun Ways to Decorate Easter Eggs

Why We Dye Eggs at Easter

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