Easy DIY: Turn Plastic Easter Eggs into Charming Salt & Pepper Shakers
Brighten your table with a quick, budget-friendly DIY: plastic Easter egg salt and pepper shakers. This simple craft uses small plastic eggs and a tile base to create a cute, reusable set you can decorate to match your table setting or gift to a host. Below are clear steps, supplies, and tips to make the project easy and fast.
Plain plastic Easter eggs ready to be decorated and turned into shakers.
The Supplies:
- Small plastic Easter eggs with holes
- Marble hexagon tile
- Gold leaf or paint pen
- Hot glue
Supplies used for the project, including a small (1x1) tracking image that was part of the original page.
A plastic egg glued to a small hexagon tile—this provides a steady base for the shaker.
Step 1 — Attach the egg to the base: Begin by hot-gluing the plastic egg to the marble tile, making sure the egg sits centered and upright. When adding hot glue, cover the two bottom holes inside the egg so salt or pepper won't leak out once you fill it.
Using a paint pen to decorate the tile edge and mark each egg with an S or P.
Step 2 — Decorate and label: Use a paint or gold leaf pen to color the tile edge and add a clear S or P on the egg to indicate salt or pepper. Alternatively, choose matching colors or patterns for a cohesive look.
Finished shakers ready to be filled and used at the table.
Step 3 — Fill and finish: Carefully fill each egg with salt or pepper (a small funnel or folded paper funnel works well). Close the egg securely, then glue it to the tile if not already attached. Place on your table and let guests season to taste.
A styled pair of plastic egg salt and pepper shakers set on a dining table—perfect for Easter or spring gatherings.
Quick tips and variations:
- Use metallic or solid-color eggs for a dressier look; omit the S and P for a sleeker, modern set.
- If you prefer not to use hot glue on the holes, plug them from the inside with a tiny piece of tape before gluing the egg to the base.
- These make a fun, inexpensive hostess gift—pair with a small napkin or tied ribbon for presentation.
Another photo of the completed shakers showing a polished, gift-ready presentation.
See — quick and customizable. Want to class it up even more? Use gold eggs and leave off the S and P for a refined set. Ready to try it?