When you have double-checked your lines, dip the egg in the Bright Red dye. Wait 15 minutes, or until egg has reached the desired shade (REMEMBER: NO LONGER THAN 45 MINUTES!), then remove it from the dye, and dab it dry.
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Apply the lines you see here - do not apply all of the lines you drew out with the pencil! These were meant as guidelines only. Use the medium or heavy kistka. Apply the lines with long strokes. Remember to test the wax flow from the kistka on newspaper before you write on the egg.
When you have double-checked your lines, dip the egg in the Bright Red dye. Wait 15 minutes, or until egg has reached the desired shade (REMEMBER: NO LONGER THAN 45 MINUTES!), then remove it from the dye, and dab it dry. |
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Use the medium or heavy kistka.
Once you have applied the wax for this colour, double check your lines and dip it in the Black dye. Leave it in for 15 minutes or so, then remove it, and pat it dry. Complete the egg as described in the Finishing Up section. |