How to Make Eggshell Seed Starters

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Starting seeds doesn’t have to be expensive or require fancy equipment. You can use materials already in your kitchen—like eggshells or Newspapers

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What You’ll Need

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Step 1

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Step 2

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Step 3

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Step 3

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How to Make Eggshell Seed Starters

Starting seeds doesn’t have to be expensive or require fancy equipment. You can use materials already in your kitchen—like eggshells or Newspapers

Starting seeds doesn’t have to be expensive or require fancy equipment. You can use materials already in your kitchen—like eggshells or Newspapers

What You’ll Need

– A Dozen Eggs – A small needle or sharp object – Seed-starting potting soil – Seeds – A spoon – A carton or tray to hold the eggshells

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