How to Blow Out Goose Eggs for Fun, Creative Decorations (and Laughs)
Learn how to blow out goose eggs for unique decorations and crafts.
With Easter just around the corner, we thought we’d share some family fun to help get in the holiday spirit!
Why Go Gigantic with Goose Eggs?
Compared to chicken eggs, goose eggs are about 2-3 times larger, weighing in at 5 to 7 ounces. With their thick shells, they're perfect for crafts like blowing out and painting. And let's face it, size matters when it comes to crafting fun!
Explore our step-by-step guide and discover this fun family activity!
Get ready for some hilarious, crafty fun as you learn to blow out goose eggs for unique and beautiful decorations. Goose eggs are the MVPs of the egg world – they're large, strong, and ideal for a variety of projects. Plus, who doesn't love a giant egg?
Where to Find Goose Eggs?
Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, or your local farm or homestead are excellent places to start. Goose eggs are especially popular around Easter, but they're great for any occasion. The bigger, the better, right?
Step-by-Step Guide: Blowing Out Goose Eggs (and Having a Blast) Materials:
Goose eggs
Small drill bit (around 1/8 inch)
Thin wire or straightened paper clip
Bowl or bucket
Towel or paper towel
Air compressor (optional, but hilarious)
Instructions:
Start by gently drilling the top and bottom of the egg with the drill bit, creating a small hole. Be patient and let the drill do its work. Remember, slow and steady wins the race (and keeps the egg intact).
Straighten the wire or paper clip, then wiggle it inside the hole to break the yolk. Goose eggs have a lot of yolk and whites, so the more you break up, the easier the next step will be.
Time for some laughs! Hold the egg over a bowl and blow into the top hole. The egg's insides will come out through the bottom hole. Kids love this part – it's both challenging and amusing!
Side Note: Don't waste those precious insides! Goose eggs are rich, creamy, and delicious in scrambled eggs, omelets, or baked goods. They're also more nutritious than chicken eggs. Check our Pinterest for scrumptious recipes!
Rinse the shell under running water and use the wire or paper clip to remove any remaining bits of egg. Repeat steps 2-4 as needed until the shell is clean.
Let the shell dry completely on a towel, paper towel, or egg carton. Standing the eggs up in a carton helps them dry faster.
Decorate the eggs with paint, markers, stickers, or whatever craft supplies you have. Goose eggs, with their bright white color and unique patterns, are perfect for decorating. Grab a decorating kit from Amazon HERE.
OPTIONAL: If you're feeling adventurous, try using an air compressor to blow out the eggs – but be warned, this can get messy! Keep the pressure low to avoid egg-splosions. Always wear eye protection, and use the compressor to speed up drying if needed.
So, gather your goose eggs, call the family, and have a blast!
Blowing out goose eggs is an entertaining activity for the whole family. The decorated eggs make fantastic decorations and gifts, and with proper care, they'll last for years. Kids also love finding giant goose eggs during egg hunts.
