As egg prices continue to soar in the U.S., many consumers are turning to alternative methods for Easter egg decorating. Crafters are painting rocks and influencers are dyeing everything from marshmallows to potatoes as a creative and cost-effective solution. One video circulating online shows a mom dyeing marshmallows, while another shows potatoes dyed with egg dye.
With egg prices reaching a record high of $6.23 per dozen, price-conscious parents are looking for cheaper alternatives for Easter traditions. Some families are opting to dye foil eggs or purchase craft egg kits to celebrate the holiday. While 94% of families who celebrate Easter will still dye eggs this year, 78% are planning to dye fewer eggs than in past years due to the expense.
Retailers like Michaels are seeing an increase in sales of craft egg kits, while Walmart is offering dyeable plastic eggs and other alternatives. Despite the change in tradition, families like Kelly Friedl’s are finding ways to continue the holiday tradition of egg decorating by getting creative with alternative materials.
As consumers look for ways to celebrate Easter without breaking the bank, the popularity of alternative egg decorating methods continues to rise. With crafters and influencers leading the charge, families are finding creative and affordable solutions to keep the holiday traditions alive.
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