60 DIY Easter Decorations That Are Cute and Easy to Make
From carrot bouquets to eggshell candles.
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Spring is here, and with the sunshine and warm weather comes one of our favorite holidays: Easter. This pastel-clad celebration doesn't necessarily require as much planning as Christmas or Hanukkah in the gifting department—unless you take your Easter baskets to the next level—but there are still plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself and your family in the fun, from an annual Easter egg hunt to the family-filled Sunday brunch. And you can't truly capture the holiday essence without putting up at least a few Easter decorations in your home and yard.
Finding Easter decorations that suit your style isn't the easiest task, though. A lot of them look childish or tacky, and collecting a supply of pieces you actually love takes years. That's why we've come up with a roundup of stylish, non-cheesy Easter decoration ideas, many of which you can make yourself or with friends or family. We didn't leave off the bright, cheerful decorations your kids will love—just scroll down to check out the fun Easter egg piñatas. But we did focus on options for a refined palette, like neutral-toned felt egg ornaments and elegant centerpieces.
Whether you want to eat your decorations or reuse them for years to come, you'll find plenty of DIY Easter decorating ideas below. And don't worry if you're not a crafty person: We've included some Easter decorations you can buy. Just hop to it before it's too late.
Easter Charcuterie
What's better than an Easter decoration you can eat? We can't think of anything. While you're prepping for brunch, set out an Easter candy grazing board for your guests to enjoy. It'll make a fun, colorful centerpiece and cut back on cleaning time for you.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Charm.
If bright colors aren't really your thing, lean toward traditional pastel decorations for Easter. Rather than plastic and pinks, purples, or yellows, display neutral felt Easter egg ornaments in your home. They make a cute Easter tree when you hang them from faux or real spring branches.
DIY Yarn Eggs
For another decoration that doubles as a treat, craft some yarn surprise eggs to hide around the house in bowls and on shelves. You can put treats inside for your little ones or just have them remain hollow. Use any color of yarn that fits your aesthetic and make as many as you want—they're super easy to tackle.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Charm.
How cute are these terra-cotta bunnies? Available in six different sizes and poses, they're adorable accents that still look stylish. You can have fun giving them names with your kids.
Deceptive Carrots
Bunnies may be the most popular Easter motif, but carrots come in a close second. That said, raw carrots don't make the best decorations—or appetizers. Instead, whip up a batch of carrot-shaped crescent rolls filled with cream cheese, chives, parsley, and other herbs. They're decorative and delicious.
Get the recipe from Pillsbury.
Carrot Bouquets
While we're on the subject of carrots, how charming are these mini bouquets arranged in the shape of our favorite orange veggie? Not only do they look pretty and smell even better, but they're really easy to put together. All you need is orange wrapping paper and your favorite flora. Here, creator Camille Styles opted for greenery, but feel free to swap in seasonal flowers.
Balloon Wall Art
Okay, you're going to want a pump to put together this balloon arch—don't try to blow them all up yourself. The results are certainly worth the effort, though. This pastel installation makes the perfect backdrop for an Easter brunch table or dessert spread.
Edible Arrangements
For Easter centerpiece inspiration, look no further than the candy aisle. Simply fill glass-covered dishes with miniature Cadbury eggs. The finishing touch? Fresh sprigs of lavender.
Easter Basket Centerpiece
If you already have a display-worthy basket, try this low-effort Easter centerpiece: Just fill it with fresh tulips, and tie a bow around the handle. You can stand the stems up in smaller container with a damp block of floral foam in the bottom; keep it wet to hydrate the tulips. (You can also use a floral frog and add water.) This arrangement is bucolic in all the right ways.
If you're keeping your Easter decorations to a minimum this year, let this spring wreath be one of them. It arrives fully assembled and ready to hang on your front door.
Bird's Nest Place Settings
Bird's nests make on theme yet less expected Easter decorations. This one, which uses fresh, delicious-smelling rosemary, is one of our favorites. Just make sure you have a miniature terracotta planter (paint it gray if you'd like!), soil, an egg, and, of course, rosemary.
Easter Egg Candles
If you're an expert crafter, feel free to make these charming eggshell candles yourself. Otherwise, go ahead and buy them on Etsy. They make a beautiful centerpiece that works on more than one occasion.
Chairs With a Tail
Whether your Easter gathering will take place indoors or out, you can make these quick bunny chair backs in just a few minutes. Just fasten a fluffy "tail" to a burlap ribbon and tie it around your chairs.
Cinnamon Bunny
There's no rule stating your Easter decorations can't be edible. So if you have a sweet tooth and want to create a cute treat for you and your family, consider whipping up a batch of these cinnamon rolls in the shape of the Easter bunny.
Peep the recipe at So Dressed Up Life + Style!
Peep House
It's not Easter without marshmallow Peeps. If you agree, build this little house complete with a candy roof, a sprinkle lawn, and icing glue. It's the spring version of a gingerbread house, and just as fun to decorate (and eat!).
Découpage Eggs
If you're a fan of cottagecore, you'll love these floral découpage Easter eggs. Here's what you need: hollowed-out eggshells, patterned tissue or crepe paper, and découpage glue.
Learn how to make them at Hip2Save.
Bunny Lantern
This sweet scene is way easier to make than it looks. The only thing you really need is the sisal bunny. Otherwise, pop the light bulb or candle out of a tabletop lantern, add a bundle of grass, and place your bunny inside.
Painted Faux Eggs
Because these Easter eggs are piled on top of each other, we wouldn't recommend using real ones. Instead, opt for a wooden set. Paint them mint green and sky blue, and then speckle them with dark brown. Lastly, pop in a few faux spring branches, like quince, pussy willow, or cherry.
Floral Table Runner
Your Easter brunch tablescape isn't complete without a centerpiece or floral arrangement. If you want to go all out, head to your nearest florist and pick out a bunch of your favorite pastel stems, then arrange them in small, low vessels to make a floral table runner like this one. Otherwise, order faux alternatives. No one will know the difference!
There's no better way to make a cheerful first impression than by hanging more than 240 tulips on your front door. These faux buds won't fade, fall, or wilt. That's the beauty of artificial florals.
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