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Jul 13, 2023

With Resurrection Day in the South comes out-of-town family members, Mama's famous macaroni and cheese dish, annual Easter egg hunts, and of course, DIY crafts for the kids and adults alike. Add a little pastel pep to your holiday with our favorite (and completely doable!) crafts. Whether you're looking for something to elevate your Easter table setting or a simple task to keep the kids busy, there's something for everyone. Are you tired of the classic Easter basket? Give a candy tree a try. Do you dye eggs the same color every year? Grab some yarn for a fun twist on the classic craft. For all the flower-lovers, try your hand at an Easter centerpiece, rye grass Easter basket, flower pot, or egg carton planer. The list goes on and on! Easy Easter crafts are a great way to get the whole family involved in a fun activity this spring; you're sure to find something everyone will enjoy. Happy Easter to you and yours!

Send a little snail mail love with this straightforward stationery template. Repurpose old ribbon, cardstock, scrapbook paper, magazine clips, yarn, and/or fabric for a collaged, colorful Easter card. For the base, fold 8½ x 11 cardstock in half. Cut or tear ½-inch to ¾-inch strips of scrapbook paper, ribbon, or any collage material. Glue strips of ribbon/paper/yarn scraps to one side of folded cardstock to create a collage. Make an egg template to draw the egg shape on top of the collage (making sure that the folded edge stays intact!). Cut out egg shape.

Mix up traditional floral arrangements with a bouquet of bright carrots at the heart of this more subtle Easter-inspired piece.

A lively take on the classic Easter basket. Freshen up an old basket with some easy-to-grow rye (or wheat) grass and classic colorful eggs. To make this idea come to life, fill a container with potting soil; place a very thick layer of seeds over the potting soil; place it in a sunny spot, and water daily, keeping it very moist, for 7 to 10 days; put the grass in a basket with the decorations of your choice.

If you're looking for an Easter craft that corresponds with your already-decided table setting, go with DIY napkin rings. Believe it or not, this ring is made out of a toilet paper roll. To make it, cut the toilet paper rolls into thirds with a sharp knife, so they still make rings. Unroll a very long length of cord/string. Using a small bit of tacky glue, glue one end of string to inside of roll. Wind the string through around the roll, making sure the edges of the string are close together. Finish by gluing the end of the cord inside the ring

Upgrade your Easter egg game with these luxe-looking (but secretly simple!) marbled eggs. To get the beautiful blue color, we used blueberries and a few other supplies we bet are already hiding in your kitchen.

Display Easter sweets and treats with this nature-inspired candy tree. A terra-cotta pot, some florist foam, and scrapbook materials will have little ones thinking candy does grow on trees.

This adorable Easter craft idea is the gift that keeps on giving. Start with plastic eggs in various sizes. Using a foam brush, apply a coat of Mod Podge to the top of the egg. Take the yarn and place the end at the very top of the egg, using your finger to hold it in place. Begin to wrap the string around the egg, making sure the string touches without overlapping as you go. Apply more Mod Podge as you work your way down the egg. Snip the end of the string once you reach the bottom of the egg. Apply a small dollop of Mod Podge to ensure the end of the string stays in place. Hold it with your finger for a minute or two until it’s secure.

One of our easiest crafts ever – all you need is some eggs, a paint pen, and a few favorite patterns (well, and maybe a steady hand). Brown hen's eggs work best here, and you can have fun creating your own patterns and designs. If you're a little stuck on how to decorate, head on over to Pinterest for some inspiration.

This show-stopping Easter craft makes for a gorgeous table centerpiece. Customize it to work with your decor and available bouquets from your local florist or grocery store. We love the look of this rustic pot, but feel free to use whatever you have on hand.

Water balloons, kitchen supplies, and a little Mod Podge come together to make these vibrant eggs, perfect for centerpieces and tabletop accents. The best part is: you don't have to use any real eggs to make these cuties.

Produce cartons find a second life as planters for spring flowers, perfect to give as a small gift or party favor. Line a produce carton with tissue paper. Place the plant in the small plastic sandwich bag (violas or any other type of potted flower are great here), and put the plant into a carton lined with tissue paper. Tape or staple a green pipe cleaner to either side of the carton so it makes a handle for your basket. Write the names of your guests on your place cards or on cardstock cut to the desired shape and size. Tape the back of the place cards to the tips of colored straws. Stick the straws into the soil of the potted plant.

Festive? Check. Easy? Check. Cute-as-can-be? Check. You can't go wrong with these paper mache eggs. Liberally coat the top of the egg in a layer of Mod Podge. We used a foam brush, but any brush will do. Start layering paper strips on top of the Mod Podge, tearing large strips to create smaller pieces as necessary. Overlap the strips so that every part of the top of the egg is covered. Fill in any holes with tiny pieces of paper. Once you're satisfied with your paper placement, coat the paper with another layer of Mod Podge. Allow the top to dry completely before fitting the bottom and top together. Tie the larger ribbon around the egg and knot. Finally, take the thin ribbon and wrap it around the egg, finishing it with a bow.

Laurey W. Glenn

Peter Cottontail is calling you and your kiddos to make this super sweet craft that uses a whole bunch of household items from paper plates to cotton balls. Just think about how sweet your Easter family pictures will be with this cute photo prop.