Easter is one of the best times of year to get crafty with kids: bright colours, cheerful themes, and projects simple enough for every age to join in. The nine ideas below all use basic supplies you probably already own — paper plates, toilet paper rolls, egg cartons, paint, googly eyes — so nothing needs a special shopping trip. If you fancy a bigger weekend project too, this spring wreath DIY is a lovely one to make alongside the Easter crafts, and our Easter tablescapes show how to style the season on your table. For the front door, these elegant Easter wreath ideas finish the look.
Whether you are a parent planning a rainy afternoon, a teacher organising a classroom session, or just someone who wants the holiday to feel more hands-on, you are in the right place. Let’s get crafting.
1. Paper Plate Easter Bunny
If one craft belongs on every Easter list, it is the paper plate bunny. It is fast, cheap, uses supplies you already have, and the result is cute enough for the fridge. Kids from age two to about eight love it, and it takes under 20 minutes.
You need a white paper plate, white card for the ears, pink paper for the inner ears, googly eyes, a pink pom-pom nose, a black marker for whiskers and mouth, and cotton balls. Cut two tall ear shapes from the white card and two smaller ovals from the pink, glue the pink onto the white, then draw or glue the face onto the plate. Attach the ears on top and a cotton ball tail on the back — done. For toddlers, pre-cut everything and let them handle the gluing; older kids can cut and decorate their own.
2. Easter Bunny Mask
A bunny mask is twice the fun of a flat craft because children get to wear it and play in it afterwards. Cut a large oval from white card to fit your child’s face, carefully cut two eye holes, and add tall ears with pink inner pieces. Let them decorate the front however they like — markers, glitter, cotton ball cheeks, foam stickers — then punch a hole on each side and thread elastic or ribbon through for the strap. A row of kids in finished masks makes the most adorable Easter photo, and these are wonderful for parties and classroom celebrations.
3. Egg Carton Easter Chick
This hatching chick from a single egg carton cup is one of the cutest uses of recycled materials. Cut one cup from the carton, paint it yellow, and let it dry. Fold a small orange paper diamond in half for the beak, cut two wing shapes from yellow paper, then glue on googly eyes, beak, and wings. For a hatching version, cut zigzag edges around the top of the cup and paint the inside white so a yellow chick peeks over the edge — a group of these on a windowsill looks wonderful.
4. Handprint Bunny Easter Art
Handprint crafts are in a category of their own: simple enough for babies and toddlers, almost no prep, and a keepsake parents treasure. Paint your child’s palm and fingers in white or light grey, press firmly onto paper with fingers together and thumb slightly apart, then lift straight up. The four fingers become the ears, the thumb one side of the head, the palm the body. Once dry, add eyes, a dot nose, whisker lines, and a cotton ball tail.
Turn it into a card for grandparents, frame it for the wall, or make one every Easter to track growing hands — simple, personal, and precious.
5. Toilet Paper Roll Easter Bunny
Flatten a toilet paper roll slightly and fold the top two corners inward to form ears — no cutting needed for the basic shape. Paint it white or light grey, let it dry, then add a marker or googly-eye face, pink paper inner ears, and a cotton ball tail. Older kids can add painted patterns, a ribbon bow tie, or a whole family of bunnies in different sizes. A group of these on a shelf looks like boutique Easter decor, and the cleanup is minimal — always a win.
6. Watercolor Easter Egg Art
Sometimes the most beautiful Easter art is the simplest. Cut large egg shapes from thick paper or card, hand out watercolor paints, and just let them paint — the results always look lovely, whatever the child’s age or skill. For extra magic, draw a secret design on the egg with a white wax crayon first (flowers, swirls, their name) and watch it appear as the paint goes over it. Hang the finished eggs on twine across a window for a display that fills the room with colour.
7. Nature Scavenger Hunt and Outdoor Easter Egg Collage
This one gets kids outside first, then brings the results indoors — a nature walk, a scavenger hunt, and an art project in one. Head to the garden or park with a basket and collect small flowers, leaves, pebbles, petals, sticks, pine cones, and feathers; give older children a find-list to make the search part of the adventure. Back inside, glue the treasures onto a large card egg shape. Every child’s collage ends up completely different, because every collection is different — Easter art at its most natural and personal.
8. Easter Bunny Ears Headband
Every child wants bunny ears at Easter — and a homemade pair beats a shop-bought one that falls apart. Cut two tall ears from white card with pink inner ovals, decorate them (glitter edges, patterns, tiny flowers), then attach to a plain headband with strong glue — or fold a small tab at each ear’s base and glue or staple it on. No headband? A strip of card stapled into a circle works. Make them as a group and let every child decorate differently; they are perfect for egg hunts, parties, family photos, and Easter morning.
9. Egg Carton Easter Basket
Save the most practical craft for last. Cut an egg carton in half lengthwise for six little cups, punch a hole in each short end, and thread a card strip or pipe cleaner through as a handle. Then decorate freely: paint it spring colours, glue on tissue paper flowers, stick on foam stickers, paint tiny eggs on each cup, weave ribbon through the edges. Line it with Easter grass, fill it with small chocolate eggs, and you have a handmade basket that actually works for an egg hunt — the best kind of Easter craft.
Quick Tips for a Smooth Easter Craft Session
Prep everything before the kids arrive. Pre-cut the paper pieces, lay out the supplies, and cover the table. The less setup children wait through, the better the energy when crafting starts.
Match the craft to the age. The egg carton chick and handprint bunny suit babies and toddlers; watercolor eggs and the nature collage work from age three; the mask, headband, and toilet paper roll bunny are great for four to eight; the basket suits all ages.
Embrace the mess. Old clothes, newspaper down, let go of perfection — the messiest sessions are usually the most memorable, and handmade is exactly what makes these wonderful.
Display the finished crafts. Hang the watercolor eggs in a window, line the roll bunnies on the mantel, frame the handprint bunny. When children see their work valued, the whole experience means more.
Make it a tradition. Repeat favourites each Easter and watch them evolve as your child grows — a handprint bunny made every year becomes one of the most treasured records of childhood.
Quick Answers
Which of these crafts are best for toddlers?
The handprint bunny is ideal for babies and toddlers, and the paper plate bunny works well if you pre-cut all the pieces and let them do the gluing. Watercolor egg painting suits toddlers too, as long as you use washable, non-toxic paints. One caution: googly eyes, pom-poms, and small foam stickers are choking hazards — keep them away from under-threes, or glue those bits on yourself.
How long does each craft take?
Plan 15 to 20 minutes for the paper plate bunny, mask, handprint bunny, and watercolor eggs. The nature collage and Easter basket take 30 minutes or more, plus paint drying time. For under-fives, plan one craft per sitting rather than a marathon — short and happy beats long and fractious.
How do I keep the mess manageable?
Cover the table with newspaper or a wipeable cloth, dress kids in old clothes or smocks, and pre-cut everything before they sit down. Use washable paints and glue sticks where you can. The tidiest options on this list are the paper plate bunny and the toilet paper roll bunny — save the painting projects for days when you have time for cleanup.
Can I do these crafts with a group, like a class or party?
Yes — the bunny masks, handprint bunnies, and watercolor eggs scale best for groups. Pre-cut all pieces in advance, set up a drying station for painted items, and bring extras of anything consumable (plates, paint, glue sticks). The egg carton basket also works well as a party activity since every child’s decorating turns out differently.
Final Thoughts
Easter crafts do not need to be complicated to be wonderful. The simplest ones — a handprint on paper, a painted egg carton, a paper plate with googly eyes — are usually the most meaningful, because they are within every child’s reach and every parent’s time and budget.
Pick two or three crafts that suit your children’s ages and the supplies you have. Set aside an afternoon, put on some music, spread everything out on the table, and just make things together. The finished crafts will be cute. The memory of making them will be even better.
