Spring is already upon us and Easter is on the doorstep. You might be wondering how to occupy the kids this Easter half term or how to fill your extended weekend with some new crafting. Well look no further because we have oodles of DIY Easter crafts and activities here for you, to keep you busy and get you in the mood for Easter!
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- Easter Crafts |Basket Weaving | Paper Crafts | Fabric Crafts
- Fun in the Kitchen | Cooking | Baking | Drinks & Cocktails
- Springtime Home Decor | Wreaths | Centrepieces | Signs
- Activities for All | Egg Painting | Games | Dress Up
Time to Get Crafty
This is the perfect time of year for crafting as there is so much to choose from. Whether you are wanting to decorate your garden or get hands on with the kids to create some fun Easter crafts, you have come to the right place. Take a look at what we have below!
Basket Weaving & Creation
Baskets come in all shapes and sizes and can be made from almost anything! So, challenge yourself this year to crochet a green basket, decorate a wooden one, or even make one from scratch using your favourite fabric.
Easy Easter Paper Crafts
A favourite all year round, why not get your hands dirty in the kitchen… and make it Easter themed too! From hot cross buns to easy Easter crispy cakes and delicious loaves of bread, you are sure to find something! In the meantime, here are some of our favourites.
Surprise Easter Chick
What You Need: Coloured paper, paper plate, paint or felt pens, split pins, scissors
Time: 15 mins (+ drying time)
Toilet Paper Bunnies
What You Need: Cardboard tubes, paint, felt or paper, googly eyes, cotton balls, glue, scissors
Time: 20 mins (+ drying time)
Handprint Rabbit
What You Need: Coloured paper, felt pens, scissors
Time: 10 mins
Honeycomb Egg
What You Need: Paper or card, paint for decorating, ribbon or string, glue, scissors
Time: 15 mins (+ drying time)
Fabric Easter Crafts for All
If you would rather take it a step further, why not learn how to knit or sew this year to craft some Easter baskets or felt egg decorations. Take a look at the ideas below, for beginners to experts!
Get in the Kitchen
The kitchen is the best place to start your Easter holidays because there are so many recipes to choose from. Whether you are looking for a complex Simnel cake recipe or just some Easter cornflake nests, you are bound to have fun with the whole family.
Savoury Springtime Delights
Whether you love to stick to the traditions and roast lamb for Easter, or you want to find a new, delicious alternative, get inspired with these stunning dishes. For veggies, vegans and meat eaters alike, the kitchen is the perfect place to try something different this Spring.
Easter Sweet Treats
Sweet treats are always the way forward, especially if you have some left over Easter chocolate that needs to be made into something else! We have found some easy videos for you to follow for some traditional and contemporary treats – check them out!
Hot Cross Buns
Makes: 12 buns
Preparation Time: 2+ hours
Baking Time: 10 to 30 mins
Easter Candy Bark
Makes: 6 Servings
Preparation Time: Less than 15 mins
Setting Time: 20 to 30 mins
Leftover Easter Chocolate Tart
Makes: 7 Servings
Preparation Time: 30 mins
Baking Time: 45 mins
Easy Easter Chicks
Makes: 5 Servings
Preparation Time: 10 mins
Setting Time: 30 mins
Easter Drinks & Cocktails
Not feeling foody, what about a cheeky beverage?! Add some tipple, or not! Find a funky chocolate egg milkshake or a fruit spring cocktail to put you in a sunny mood!
Decorate the Home
Why not even decorate your home with some lovely Easter crafts? Mark the coming of spring with some floral centrepieces or a stunning Easter wreath. Whether you’re more of a knitter or you love a good glue glue, explore what we have here for some Easter inspiration!
DIY Springtime Wreaths
Wreathes are such an easy decorative piece to make, and not many people think about decorating their doors, windows and centrepieces with spring time flowers and shrubbery. Check out these stunning options to inspire you to create your own.
Easter Centrepieces
Darn your Easter table or mantlepiece with one of these stunning centrepieces to make it even more of a special occasion. There are lots of options and directions to take this, so here are some starting points!
Easter DIY Tree
You Will Need: Sticks, spray paint, pot, decorations
Time: 2-3 Hours (including drying time)
Easter Floral Bowl
You Will Need: Wooden bowl, foam, plants, eggs, other decorations
Time: 20+ Minutes
Easter Spiral Centrepiece
You Will Need: Mesh, eggs, ribbons, wreath frame, bunny ears,
Time: 20+ Minutes
Easter Vase
You Will Need: Vase, cardboard tube, decorative eggs, branches, florals, ribbons
Time: 20+ Minutes
Easter DIY Signs
Looking for a super easy way to make everything a bit more Easter-y or to highlight the start of your Easter Egg Hunt! A sign is always a surefire way to brighten up your garden, living room or porch!
Spring Into These Activities
Why not try out some of these spring time activities to add a little sugar to this Easter (as if you haven’t had enough already!). From traditional egg dying to some easy kids games or a classic Easter egg hunt, there are so many things to make this year fun.
Easter Egg Painting & Decorating
Egg painting or dying is a classic springtime activity, which circulates around Easter. Make sure to boil or drain your eggs before getting started. Here is an easy guide to get you started, and make sure to check out some of these stunning aesthetical Easter ideas.
Easter Themed Games
Why not choose a fun quiz or one of these easy Easter games to get those fun times rolling. Whether you want to occupy the kids, find something for the whole family or just sick to more grownup games – check these ideas out now!
Easter Vocab Guessing Game
You Will Need: Nothing!
Time: 3 Minutes
Perfect For: Young children & beginner English language learners
6 Easter Outdoor Games
You Will Need: (Depends on game) Plastic eggs, spoons, bowls, foam board, coloured paper, glue, flipflops, pillows, ice lolly sticks, rubber bands, plastic spoon, shower caps, shaving cream or whipped cream
Time: Each game 15-30 minutes
Perfect For: The whole family
Easter Quiz
You Will Need: Pen and paper
Time: 5 minutes
Perfect For: The whole family
Adult Easter Games
You Will Need: Plastic eggs, paper, pens, boiled eggs, miniature gifts, (alcohol – optional)
Time: Each game 15-30 minutes
Perfect For: Adults & Teens
Easter DIY Dress Up
Why not making everything a little more Easter-y with some dress up! Choose face paint or make up or even make your own grams to get into the Springtime flow! From headpieces and nail art, to cardboard masks and Easter bonnets, get the whole family involved.
Final Thoughts
Easter doesn’t just have to be eating too much chocolate and then forgetting about it for the rest of the year! With some of these cool DIY Easter crafts you can level up this spring and ensure your Easter is full of surprises.
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