There’s something so special about an Easter egg hunt — whether it’s in a park, your building compound, or right inside your living room. For many of us, these little celebrations weren’t about fancy baskets or perfectly decorated eggs, but about laughter, family, and the excitement of finding that one hidden treat behind a plant or under the sofa cushion.

Easter egg hunts have been around for centuries, originally part of springtime festivals that celebrated new beginnings. Eggs became a symbol of life, of hope, and over time, hiding and hunting for them turned into a joyful tradition passed on through generations.

Today, even as the world changes and celebrations evolve, the heart of it stays the same: creating moments of wonder for our kids. And maybe now, more than ever, it’s a good time to make those moments a little more thoughtful, too.

With a few things lying around the house and a bit of imagination, you can host an Easter egg hunt that’s full of fun and a little kinder to the planet. Here are a few easy, creative, eco-friendly ideas to try this year:

1. Dye eggs with kitchen scraps

In many homes, especially in earlier times, real eggs were at the heart of Easter traditions — boiled, coloured, and proudly displayed before being hunted or eaten. If you’d like to bring back that simple joy and avoid plastic versions, try dyeing real eggs using natural colours straight from your kitchen.

Remember how our grandmothers used haldi and beetroot to colour food naturally? Turns out, the same idea can make Easter eggs beautiful — and completely chemical-free. Instead of using artificial dyes, you can create earthy, vibrant colours using things already lying in your kitchen or compost bin.

Here’s how to........

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