So, I recently bought an egg cooker because I am an adult who makes responsible breakfast choices. Boiled eggs became a regular thing, but then I realized—I had nowhere cute to put them. Apparently, eating eggs off a boring old plate is so last season. So I figured, why not make my own egg cups? And while I’m at it, why not make them bright and cheerful to start my day on a high note?
Instead of buying generic ones, I decided to craft my own from cement, giving me a unique piece of kitchenware and an excuse to upcycle some yogurt containers. This project was simple, fun, and added a pop of color to my breakfast table. Plus, working with cement is weirdly satisfying! And now, obviously, I need to share my wisdom so you too can start your day with an unnecessary yet delightful DIY.
What You’ll Need
- White cement
- White Sand
- Water
- Empty yogurt cups (yes, you now have permission to buy extra yogurt in the name of crafting)
- Egg carton pieces (or anything egg-shaped that won’t hate you for pressing it into cement)
- Acrylic paint (in obnoxiously bright colors, because morning happiness is a *thing*)
- Primer (because even cement needs a skincare routine)
- Clear sealant (optional, unless you enjoy watching your paint slowly peel away over time)
- Sandpaper (for making your egg cups less *ouch* and more *smooth*)
How to Make These Cement Egg Cups
I mixed white cement, sand and water in a 1:1:0.5 ratio. It shouldn't be too thick or too runny. Think pancake batter, but less delicious and much worse for your digestive system.
You need the perfect mold. Naturally, this meant I had to buy an excessive amount of yogurt just so I could use the containers. My kids didn’t complain (they see this as a “fun snack”), but I’m pretty sure my fridge started judging me. After some rigorous research (aka, eating and inspecting), I found the perfect size—slightly wider than an egg so that it wouldn’t feel suffocated in its cement throne.
I scooped the cement mixture into the empty yogurt cups. Then came the part where I had to prevent air bubbles (because nobody likes bubbly cement… or do they?). I gave the cups a few gentle shakes, which in hindsight was a terrible idea because I now have cement speckles decorating my workspace.
To make the egg-shaped indent, I pressed a cut-out egg carton piece into the center. Unfortunately, cement doesn’t like being told what to do, so I had to weigh it down with some sand to keep it from floating away like it had better things to do.
I let the cement sit for 24 hours, resisting the urge to poke at it every five minutes. Once it was solid, I cut away the yogurt container (RIP) and was left with something that kind of looked like an egg cup.
A little sanding fixed the rough spots, and suddenly, it started looking… legit.
Now, the fun part—making these little guys pop. I primed them first (because I care about longevity, unlike my houseplants) and painted them in the brightest colors I could find.
For extra protection (and to avoid repainting every two months), I sealed them with a clear coat.
Honestly, looking at them makes me irrationally happy. It’s like my breakfast table got a personality upgrade.
Alternative Materials & Customization Ideas
If you love the idea of DIY egg cups but don’t want to commit to cement, don’t worry—there are plenty of ways to switch things up! Here are some fun alternatives and creative tweaks to make your egg holders even more unique.
- Plaster of Paris: Faster drying than cement and gives a smoother finish, but it’s more fragile.
- Clay (Air-Dry or Polymer): If you prefer a more hands-on sculpting experience, clay is great for creating custom shapes.
- Silicone molds is even a better option than yoghurt cups, but less tasty 🙂
- Dip-dye style: Only paint the bottom half for a trendy, minimalist touch.
- Glow-in-the-dark paint: Because why wouldn’t you want glowing egg holders at night? They would definitely make a statment.
The Moment of Truth: Breakfast Like an Artist
Now, every morning, I get to place my egg in a custom, hand-crafted cement masterpiece. Do I need a neon yellow egg holder? No. Do I love it? Absolutely. So, if you ever wake up and think, I should totally pour cement into yogurt cups today, know that you’re not alone.
I’ve gone all-in on cement crafts, and honestly, it’s becoming an obsession. I’ve made a vase from an old chips bag (turns out, those crinkly folds make for amazing texture), a vase from a pizza box (because why let good cardboard go to waste?), and even a sleek cement vase using an empty wine bottle. Oh, and let’s not forget my French chic lamp, which somehow makes my parent’s space look way fancier than it actually is. Cement crafting is dangerously addictive—you start with one project, and suddenly, everything in your house looks like it could use a concrete makeover!