Last updated April 2, 2007 4:17 p.m. PT
Now is the perfect time of year to celebrate eggs in all their glory, and not just for Easter eggs.
Grab a dozen eggs and use the shells to decorate yourself with delicate, one-of-a-kind jewelry. That's right, "jewelry!"
You need: eggs, clear epoxy resin, petroleum jelly, cuticle or detail scissors, drill with small bit, nail polish, jump rings
First, hard-boil a dozen eggs.
Let them cool. Peel carefully, trying to leave as much of the eggshell intact, as possible. (Set aside the edible portion and use those for deviled eggs or egg salad.
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Next, carefully remove any of the lining that is still inside the shell. Break down into manageable jewelry-sized pieces. Work on a non-porous work surface, such as a glass cutting board or glossy ceramic tile, and cover with a thin layer of petroleum jelly to prevent your epoxy-coated pieces from sticking.
To strengthen your shell pieces so you can drill through them, put a couple of coats of two-part clear epoxy resin on them. Mix up a small amount and brush on both sides of your shells. Place on your work surface covered with petroleum jelly to dry.
Position them with the concave portion of the shell facing down so very little shell surface is lying on the work surface. Once they're dry, you can take a pair of cuticle or detail scissors and trim accordingly. You can now drill holes in your shells to accommodate the desired jewelry findings.
Place your shell pieces on a soft surface such as a piece of stiff felt to cushion the shell as you drill. Use a very small drill bit.
Paint and embellish accordingly.
Nail polish is an excellent way to add color.
Use jump rings to connect and assemble your newly created charms into earrings and necklaces and wear proudly.
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