Eggs and how to prepare them for Egg Crafting

Eggs and how to prepare
them for Egg Crafting

Eggs of all sizes can be used for Egg crafting but the

most popular is the Goose Egg, especially double yoked

ones because of their size.

Eggs which are readily available or fairly easy to obtain

are : Budgerigar, Quail, Hen, Duck, Turkey, Peahen, Goose,

Emu, Rhea and Ostrich.

In most countries it is illegal to use the eggs from wild birds.

Goose eggs are readily available in the United Kingdom from

the end of February to early June and should be blown when

fresh as they become brittle if the contents start to go off.

First, wash the eggs thoroughly and dry them. Holes can be

made in the smaller eggs with a darning needle. The hole at

one end only needs to be very small but slightly larger at the

other to let the contents out. Break the yoke inside with a

needle first and shake to make it easy to blow out. It is

advisable to use an Electric Mini-drill to drill holes in both

ends in larger eggs before blowing. A small compressor or aquarium pump is useful for a large quantity. Plan first and

you can position the holes so they are on a cutting line. It is possible to blow an egg with only one larger hole. Remember

the contents of most eggs are edible so you can look forward

to living on omelettes, pancakes and home made cakes as well.

After blowing it is suggested that you wash every egg out with

water containing a few drops of washing up liquid and

disinfectant. You will need to hold it under the water so it fills

up, then allow to drain shake well and allow to dry.

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