Five Fun and Sustainable DIY Ideas for Easter
Easter in the UK isn’t just about chocolate eggs and hot cross bun - it’s also the perfect time to get creative as a family and enjoy activities that are both fun and kind to the planet. Whether you're planning an Easter weekend indoors or hoping for a sunny garden gathering, we’ve put together five easy and eco-friendly DIY ideas to make the season extra special for your little explorers.
1. Egg Carton Bunnies & Chicks
Don’t toss those empty egg cartons - turn them into adorable Easter bunnies or fluffy yellow chicks! All you need is a bit of paint, glue, and imagination. Cut up the cartons into individual cups, paint them, and add ears, googly eyes, or paper wings. It’s a great way to recycle and a perfect craft for younger kids.
What you’ll need:
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Empty egg cartons
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Paints or markers
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Craft paper or felt scraps
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Glue and scissors
2. DIY Seed Bombs for the Garden
Spring is the season of new beginnings, so why not make your own wildflower seed bombs? They're super easy to make and great for attracting bees and butterflies. You can pop them into your garden or gift them in small jars as Easter presents.
What you’ll need:
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Wildflower seeds
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Compost or soil
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Flour and water to bind
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Optional: tissue paper to wrap
3. Reusable Fabric Easter Bags
Instead of using plastic or foil-wrapped baskets, create small reusable fabric bags for your egg hunt. You can sew simple pouches or even repurpose old pillowcases or tea towels. Add your child’s name or a fun Easter motif with fabric paint or stamps.
Top tip: Let the kids decorate their own bags before the hunt!
4. Natural Egg Dyeing with UK Pantry Staples
Swap synthetic dyes for natural colourings using ingredients you probably already have at home. Red cabbage gives blue tones, turmeric makes a beautiful yellow, and onion skins create an earthy orange. Let your eggs soak overnight for vibrant results, and be sure to use UK-sourced free-range eggs!
What you’ll need:
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Hard-boiled eggs
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Natural ingredients (e.g., red cabbage, turmeric, onion skins, beetroot)
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White vinegar
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Saucepan and jars
5. Cardboard Tube Easter Baskets
Toilet roll tubes or kitchen paper rolls can be turned into mini Easter baskets! Cut, fold, and glue to shape, then decorate with washi tape, paint, or leftover wrapping paper. These are perfect for holding small treats or messages for friends and family.
Eco-hack: Use paper confetti made from old magazines instead of plastic grass.