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17 Fail-Proof Easter Craft Ideas

By Southern Living Editors
March 13, 2015
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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 rain boots 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!
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Homemade Easter Egg Card

Homemade Easter Egg Card
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Send a little snail mail love with this straightforward stationery template. Repurpose old ribbon, cardstock, scrapbooking paper, magazine clips, yarn, and/or fabric for a collaged, colorful Easter card.

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Easter Centerpiece

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

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Easter Bunny Photo Prop

Easter Bunny Photo Prop
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Family photo ops call for a little dress-up fun. Make this bunny mask for silly Easter memories for years to come.

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Rain Boots Easter Basket

Rain Boots Easter Basket
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If you’re looking for something a little different than an Easter basket this year, give these rain boots a try! We all know that April showers bring may flowers, so this craft is fun and practical.

How to Make a Rain Boots Easter Basket

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Rye Grass Easter Basket

The Rye Grass Easter Basket
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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.

Step-by-Step Instructions: Rye Grass Easter Basket

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DIY Easter Napkin Rings

DIY Easter Napkin Rings
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If you’re looking for an Easter craft that corresponds with your already-decided table setting, go with DIY napkin rings. Get the instructions here and watch the video tutorial here.

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Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs

Naturally Dyed Easter Eggs
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Upgrade your Easter egg game with these luxe-looking (but secretly simple!) marbled eggs.

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Easter Candy Tree

Easter Candy Tree
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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.

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Yarn Easter Eggs

String-Wrapped Easter Eggs
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This adorable Easter craft idea is the gift that keeps on giving; they will last for years to come. Get the tutorial here.

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Paint Pen Easter Eggs

Paint Pen Easter Eggs
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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).

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Easter Napkin Rings

DIY Easter Napkin Rings
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No need to buy formal, and expensive, napkin holders. Spruce up your Easter table with some homemade napkin rings ­­­­– only four materials needed!

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Chick Easter Eggs

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This one is for the kids! Chick Easter eggs are the perfect crafty afternoon Resurrection Day project. Watch the tutorial video here.

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Ombré Easter Egg Centerpiece

Ombré Easter Egg Centerpiece
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Do you want to know the best part of this easy Easter craft idea? You can choose whatever color palette best fits your home. Get the full tutorial here.

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Easter Basket Flower Pot

The Easter Basket Flower Pot
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This show-stopping Easter craft makes for a gorgeous table centerpiece. Get the instructions here.

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Mod Podge Easter Eggs

Modge Podge Easter Eggs
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Water balloons, kitchen supplies, and a little Mod Podge come together to make these vibrant eggs, perfect for centerpieces and tabletop accents.

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Easter Egg Carton Planter

Easter Egg Carton Planters
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Produce cartons find a second life as planters for spring flowers, perfect to give as a small gift or party favor.

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Paper Mache Easter Eggs

Paper Mache Easter Eggs
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Easter-centric? Check. Easy DIY craft? Check. Cute-as-can-be? Check. You can’t go wrong with these paper mache eggs. Get the instructions here.

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