Eggshells - they're EGGStraordinary things. Who knew that they could be so EGGSceptionally useful? Read on for 21 EGGScellent ways to use them, complete with helpful EGGSplanations!
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1. Cake
This is a truly side-splitting joke to play on someone, or as an EGGStra-special treat for an Easter breakfast. If you want to make these beautifully unusual cakes, follow the instructions from realFood.Tesco.com.
2. Tealights in empty eggshells
I recently sung the praises of these beautiful eggshell tealights in my post, 19 delightful ways to use the humble tealight and I'm fully prepared to do it again. They would make a wonderful colourful display for Easter time, although I'm sure they'd be welcome on windowsills and tables, any time of the year.
3. Herb garden
Why not make a little herb garden by using old egg shells? Give them a quick wash, fill them with a little soil and your chosen seeds. Keep the shells by a sunny window and watch them grow. Learn how by visiting smallfriendly.com - it will be such an EGGciting project!
4. Brownies
Why bake a brownie in a boring old tray? Go a little crazy and cook them inside an egg shell instead. Check out Cuisine Addict for all the details - they'd make a truly EGGceptional present for someone.
5. Bird feed
SmellLikeDirt have created this brilliant tutorial on how to prepare egg shells as bird feed. You'll be helping birds to get calcium in their diet which will in turn, help strengthen their bones and egg shells.
6. Fertiliser
Give your eggshells a good clean in warm water and then crush them into small pieces - your soil will gladly receive all that precious calcium. For more information on home composting, check out recyclenow.com.
7. Mosaic frame
Feeling like creating something EGGStreme? Make a beautiful mosaic picture frame with leftover eggshells! This will make a beautiful gift or present for yourself. You can learn how to make one for yourself in the video above.
8. Keep slugs & snails at bay
If you've got plants that slugs and snails like to hang out by, then sprinkle some crumbled egg shells around the base of the plant. The sharp edges of the shells will be an undesirable path and they should choose other easier options - more EGGercise for them!
9. For indoor plants
Are your house plants looking a little droopy? Collect egg shells to use as organic food for them all. Head to homeTalk.com to find out how to do it. Now you won't need to SHELL out on special food for them!
10. Use eggshells to keep your drains clear
If you've got some crushed eggshells lying around, sprinkle some into your sink strainer. They will help to trap bits of food and keep your pipes nice and clear.
11. Calcium
It's not just birds that need their calcium - humans do too, especially if you are pregnant or nursing. Learn how to make a brilliant, inEGGpensive natural source of calcium with mamaNatural.com.
12. Face scrub
If you're looking for a natural face exfoliator then look no further than the mighty eggshell. Try your hand at this recipe from ladyFormula.com - you can also make some tasty meringue with the leftover egg whites.
13. Seed bombs
These seed bombs would make the perfect gift to give at Easter or for someone who fancies a bit of guerilla gardening. You don't need much to create these EGGciting things! Follow the easy instructions at me and my shadow.
14. Crystal egg geodes
Everyone loves crystals, so why not use egg shells to create your own crystal egg geodes? You can find the instructions at Magical Daydream. It looks super-fun to create your own with kids - they'll be EGGStatic!
15. Laundry whitener
If you're looking for a natural way to keep your whites white, then put a few clean, dry shells with some lemon into a small, closed muslin bag and chuck it in with your wash.
16. Smoke bombs
More great fun for the kids - smoke bombs! Using empty egg shells with chalk and baby powder, you can have lots of fun with the kids on warm day. For a rather superb tutorial, get yourself to growingAJeweledRose.com.
17. Pot cleaner
If you've run out of steel wool, then grab a handful of broken eggshells to help scrub pots and pans. It's an amazing abrasive, so mix it with soapy water for a great clean.
18. Use eggshells to combat bitter coffee
Adding eggshell to coffee can help remove the bitterness. Follow the EGGSact instructions at livestrong.com to find out how to use eggshells in your coffee. I hope you enjoy your smooth drink! For more coffee tips, check out 21 curious uses for coffee you'll really love.
19. Decorations
These egg decorations are such a pretty way to decorate your home for Easter without filling your sideboards with bunnies and chicks. Head over to crafts.tutsplusc.com for more details.
20. Shadow lamp
Get creative with this neat idea from instructables.com. Using vinegar and paint, you can create your very own shadow lamp!
21. Crafts with eggshells
If you're good with your hands then why not try making something with your eggs shells? There's lots of wonderful ideas at chezLarsson.com but my favourite has to be S.Howercap, as seen above.
Wow, has your head EGGSploded with so many great ideas? Get cracking with them! If you've got any more ideas, please let us know in the comments below...
Thank you for the tips! So much better than just throwing them into the compost :)
Thank you for your kind words Tammi, glad to hear you enjoyed the post!
Brilliant this should be viral on facebook as the younger generation has lostt all the good granny tips and it's amazing we need to keep this going and not let all this useful information die out with the older generation fantastic work please keep it up ? xx
Thank you for your kind words Victoria, please feel free to share it with all your friends! :)
Has Tesco Food pulled the cake recipe? I can't find it anywhere but I presume it would be a batter-like cake recipe and pour into clean, sterile eggshells, yes?
Hi Gilian. Thanks for alerting us to this. I've just updated the link. The recipe can be found here:https://realfood.tesco.com/recipes/easter-egg-cakes.html
Another great idea is to scatter some crushed shells over freshly turned soil. As cats love freshly turned soil to leave there smelly messages in the soil as they dig the shell pieces get caught under there claws. Cats don't like this but it doesn't hurt them and it deters them from leaving anything again may take a few goes but it works
Hi Joyce. That's an interesting tip...although it does sound a little painful for the cats I must say.
Wow this is the best tips yet. I'll certainly keep my egg shells (washed of course) ready for grandchildren. I have done the crushed shells to keep slugs off but don't eat enough to go round!!! But did work
Eggshellent tips for sharing
I would be a little worried about using egg shells for cake mixture & other uses for edible purposes, as these shells could be contaminated with botulism poison & the least handled in my opinion the better.
As above
Hi Stephanie You mentioned about eggshells were good as a pipe cleaner but in the tips you have given ".... things not ever to put down your sink" it says ...... "egg shells definitely shouldn’t be going down the drain. Although they may look fragile, they can easily cause an obstruction in your pipes." Just to let you know as people might do this and come up with problems in their pipes!
Hi there Kirstine. Thanks a lot for letting us know - this has now been amended :)
Always put them in garden compost along with the grounds from the coffee pot
Great idea!
Good post using egg shells. Another suggestion would be to use the plastic egg shells too.
Sounds interesting!