Spring has sprung and it’s time for Easter crafts. Help the kids to transform egg carton boxes into bunny masks and brown paper bags into adorable bunny puppets. Show them how to make a chicken out of their hand prints. Why not turn them into cards to send to relatives or to give as little gifts. Check out these ideas for inspiration for you and the family to enjoy making together.
Easter Treat Cups are a fun thin to put little eggs into. It also makes a perfect addition to an Easter basket.
Supplies
- White Paper or Foam Cups
- Googly Eyes
- Colored Foam or Construction Paper (for noses and ears)
- Black Marker or Paint Pen (for whiskers and mouth)
- Scissors
- Glue or a Hot Glue Gun
- Tissue Paper (for stuffing the treat cup)
- Small Easter Candies (if using as a treat cup)
Instructions
Place the cup upside down (for a standing bunny) or keep it upright (for a treat cup). Glue on two googly eyes near the top.
Cut out a small heart shape from colored foam or paper and glue it below the eyes for the nose. Use a black marker or paint pen to draw a mouth and whiskers. Cut two long ear shapes from white foam or paper. If desired, cut smaller pieces of pink or blue foam and glue them inside the ears for detail. Attach the ears to the inside rim of the cup using glue. If using the cup to hold candy, add colorful tissue paper inside for a festive touch. Fill with Easter candies, chocolates, or small treats.
This Paper Plate Chick is the perfect springtime activity that’s easy to make and super fun! With just a few materials, you can create an adorable chick that’s great for Easter decorations or classroom crafts.
Supplies
- 1 Yellow Paper Plate (or a white plate painted yellow)
- Orange Craft Paper or Foam (for the beak and feet)
- Yellow Craft Paper or Foam (for the wings)
- Googly Eyes
- Scissors
- Glue or Tape
Instructions
If using a white paper plate, paint it yellow and let it dry. Glue on two googly eyes near the top center of the plate.
Cut out a small orange triangle for the beak and glue it slightly below the eyes. Cut out two small wing shapes from yellow paper or foam.
Attach the wings to the sides of the plate using glue or tape. Cut out two orange feet in a zigzag or rounded shape. Glue or tape them to the bottom of the plate.
Make an Adorable Bunny Puppet with Popsicle sticks and card stock.
Supplies
- Popsicle Sticks (6-7 per bunny)
- White & Pink Craft Paper or Foam (for ears, paws, and face)
- Googly Eyes
- Black Marker or Paint Pen (for whiskers and mouth)
- Glue or Hot Glue Gun
- Scissors
- Orange & Green Craft Paper or Foam (for the carrot, optional)
Instructions
Line up 6-7 popsicle sticks side by side to form the bunny’s body. Glue one popsicle stick horizontally across the back to hold them together. Cut out a circle from white craft paper or foam for the bunny’s face. Glue on two googly eyes near the top. Cut out a small triangle from black paper and glue it as the nose. Use a black marker to draw a smiling mouth and whiskers. Cut out two large ear shapes from white paper/foam and two smaller pink pieces for the inner ears. Glue them together and attach them to the back of the face. Cut out four small paw shapes from white paper/foam and add pink toe pads. Glue them onto the bottom and sides of the body. Cut out a long orange triangle for the carrot and a green leafy top. Glue the carrot onto the bunny’s body.
Easter bunny hand print art is so much fun to make and kids will love doing it.
Supplies
- Colored Construction Paper or Cardstock (Egg-Shaped Cutouts)
- Washable Paint (Assorted Colors)
- Paintbrush or Sponge
- Googly Eyes
- Black Marker or Crayon (for whiskers and details)
- Glue
- Scissors
- Baby Wipes (for easy cleanup!)
Instructions
Lay down some newspaper or a table cover to protect surfaces from paint. Get all supplies ready so kids can easily access them.
Choose a paint color and apply it to the child’s entire hand using a brush or sponge. Press the painted hand onto an egg-shaped paper with the fingers pointing upward—this will be the bunny’s ears and face. Carefully lift the hand and allow to dry. Glue on googly eyes and
draw a nose and whiskers with a black marker. Use paint or marker to add a cute bunny mouth.
