Fresh ways to decorate an egg this springLooking up ideas for egg decorating has totally put me in the mood for Easter and spring. It must be all of the bright colors and creative ideas people have done to embellish these simple shells of calcium carbonate (yeah, I did my research). If you have a love for the classic look take it a step further by making your own natural dyes out of veggies. If you're itching to jump into Easter and spring, check out these 10 fresh ways to decorate an egg…













Melted Crayon1. Melted Crayon
Using melted crayons is a fast and easy way to turn your eggs into works of art.
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Leaf Print2. Leaf Print
Use reverse stenciling to get these cool leaf designs.
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Paper-Napkin Decoupage3. Paper-Napkin Decoupage
Who knew napkins could be so artsy? This is a great egg decorating project for families on a budget!
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With Chalkboard Paint4. With Chalkboard Paint
Using chalkboard paint turns eggs into an artistic activity - great for little hands!
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The dip is perfect with some warm pita and grilled tomatoes.

Lemon & Feta Dip
Adapted from Sweet Paul
8 oz of feta
1 tbs grated lemon zest
2 tbs lemon juice
1 clove garlic, chopped
6 tbs of olive oil, plus extra for serving
fresh thyme

Serve with: tomatoes, pita, chicken

1. Place feta, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic and olive oil in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Spoon into bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with thyme and ground pepper.
3. Serve with grilled tomatoes and warm pita bread drizzled with olive oil, sea salt, and thyme.

JELL-O Banana Cake Balls are easy to make and sure to be a crowd-pleaser!

When you're looking for a simple dessert that can be served at the dessert buffet table or just want to put together a platter of bite-sized treats for the kids, make up a batch of Banana Cake Balls made with JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding. These cake balls taste like they're made from scratch and can be decorated in dozens of different ways. They're a great addition to any party menu and you can make them hours ahead of time. If you're watching your waistline, just a couple of these will curb that sweet tooth without derailing your diet.

Here's a simple recipe and guide for making JELL-O Banana Cake Balls:

What You Need:

½ cup cold milk

1 package (3.4 ounces) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding

1 small fully ripe banana, mashed

1 package (10.75 ounces) frozen pound cake, thawed, crumbled into fine crumbs

3 packages (4.4 ounces each) milk chocolate bars, chopped

2 tablespoons multi-colored sprinkles

Directions:

Stir milk and pudding mix in a

by Carolina Santos-Neves, Epicurious.com

For many of us, it's just not Easter without a chocolate bunny in our basket. With all the options in the supermarket, we wanted to find a hollow milk chocolate bunny that would satisfy both kids and adults-without breaking the bank (this isn't the year for $100 mail-order bunnies). We purchased eight brands, with and without foil. All are available at drugstores or supermarkets, with the exception of Godiva (sold online or at its boutique stores). Prices ranged from $3.29 to $23.50.

Related: The Epicurious Guide to Easter

Methodology: In the blind taste test, nine judges compared the appearance, flavor, and consistency of the bunnies. We then ranked them according to the standard Epicurious four-fork rating system. One Epi Top Pick emerged from the group, earning a three-and-a-half-fork rating.

Best Overall

Epi Top Pick: Lindt Milk Chocolate Bunny

($4.50 per 3.5 oz. bunny)

Pros: Dressed in intensely yellow-gold foil and a red bow, this bunny

Whether you're hosting an Oscar bash or simply looking for a unique party theme, these fun and festive ideas are perfect for celebrating just about anything, anytime.
By Krissy Tiglias

Nicole Hill GerulatChick Flicks: The Décor
Time to get the girls together for an evening filled with a little glitz and a whole lot of glam. Embellish clear glass vessels with sparkly washi tape, attach silver pom poms to garland strands and drink toppers, and hang a banner to greet guests as soon as they arrive.
Hollywood banner, banterbanner.com.

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Nicole Hill GerulatChick Flicks: The Invite
Since this get-together is probably long-overdue, make it extra special with an invitation that will have everyone talking. As for the guest list, this is strictly a girls-only affair...with the exception of a few of our favorite guys. Cue Jake, Leo, George, Ryan.
Invite, shepaperie.com.

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Nicole Hill GerulatChick Flicks: The Menu
When it comes to what to serve, make it a feast for the eyes

Making a parade of Easter crafts is easy with these festive, fuss-free creations: Just cut, paste, and celebrate.

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Amazing One-Hour Dinner Party
We cooked up a tasty spring menu for eight happy people-and included the tips and game plan to pull it all together in 60 minutes. By Ann Taylor Pittman

Before you decide that preparing an elegant three-course dinner, plus signature cocktail, from start to finish in 60 minutes is too good to be true, consider this: Many home cooks make an entire meal in that amount of time most weeknights, deftly and intuitively moving from side dish to entrée and back again, from oven to stovetop to salad spinner. I simply decided to extend those skills to the challenge of the classic dinner for eight.

This isn't to say that a lot of fiddling and retesting didn't go into this menu. It did. We tested the whole game plan three times, tweaking recipes and choreographing to make sure it all came in at less than an hour. I rearranged the order of tasks; I gussied up a few smart convenience products (bagged salad greens, precut potatoes, frozen lemonade); and I introduced bold flavors from pickled

Celebrating the deliverance of the Jewish people from the evil Haman, Purim is the perfect Jewish holiday to whip up these tasty treats! Inspired by Haman's three-cornered hat, we rounded up our favorite triangle-shaped recipes to celebrate the holiday:

Hamantaschen
1. Hamantaschen
These traditional Jewish cookies were named after (and shaped after!) the evil character Haman and his three-cornered hat. Purim celebrates his demise - and the saving of the Jewish people!

Ingredients:

For the dough
2 cups flour
1/2 cup sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons lemon zest
8 tablespoons butter, shortening, or margarine
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 egg
1/2 - 1 cup ice water

For the filling
1 1/2 cups pitted prunes
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 cup water, plus more if needed
2 tablespoons lemon zest
pinch salt

Related: Pump up the Purim! 10 recipes for your Se'udah

Directions:

For the dough
In the bowl of your food processor, combine the flour, sugar, baking