Easter is right around the corner, and I’m all about bringing in the festive vibes without spending a fortune.
There’s just something so fun about decorating with pastel colors, bunnies, and eggs—especially when you can get creative with a few DIY projects.
If you’re like me and love making things feel extra special without breaking the bank, I’ve got some budget-friendly ideas you’re going to love.
You don’t need fancy supplies or a huge budget—just a little creativity and a few basic materials!
Here are some my favorite budget Easter decorations:
Upcycled & Dollar Store Easter Crafts
Easter decorations don’t have to come with a big price tag, especially when you can turn everyday items into something festive.
Repurposing what you already have keeps costs low while adding a unique touch to your home.
A few coats of paint or a bit of ribbon can make all the difference, proving that budget-friendly can still be beautiful!
1. Painted Mason Jars
Grab a few empty mason jars and give them a fresh coat of pastel paint—chalk paint works great for a soft, matte finish.
Once dry, lightly sand the edges for a rustic look or add simple designs with a paint pen.
Tie twine or ribbon around the top for a cute finishing touch.
Use them as vases, utensil holders, or candle holders.
2. Egg Carton Bunnies
Cut out individual egg carton sections and trim them into rounded bunny faces.
Paint them in soft colors, then glue on googly eyes, paper ears, and a tiny pom-pom for the nose.
Use a marker to draw whiskers and a little mouth.
Arrange them in a basket or string them into a garland.
3. Toilet Paper Roll Chicks & Bunnies
Paint empty toilet paper rolls in pastel shades, then let them dry completely.
Cut out ears for bunnies and little wings for chicks using construction paper or felt.
Glue on eyes, noses, and a beak for chicks, or whiskers and a tiny tail for bunnies.
Stand them up on a table or string them together for hanging décor.
4. DIY Easter Garland
Cut out bunny, egg, or chick shapes from colorful scrapbook paper or felt.
Punch a hole at the top of each shape and string them onto twine or ribbon.
Space them evenly and secure with a dab of hot glue on the back.
Hang your garland across a mantel, doorway, or window.
5. Rustic Twine-Wrapped Eggs
Take plastic or foam eggs and cover them in a thin layer of glue.
Wrap twine or jute string around each egg, pressing it down as you go to keep it secure.
Let them dry completely before displaying in a bowl or basket.
For extra charm, tuck them into a nest of shredded paper or moss.
6. Paper Bag Bunny Treat Holders
Flatten a brown paper lunch bag and cut the top into two rounded bunny ears.
Fill the bag with candy or small treats, then tie a ribbon just below the ears to create the bunny’s head.
Draw a simple bunny face with a marker or glue on a tiny pom-pom nose.
Hand them out as party favors or place them on an Easter table setting.
7. Egg Carton Wreath
Cut an egg carton into individual sections and shape them into flowers by trimming the edges.
Paint them in soft spring colors, then hot glue them onto a cardboard wreath form.
Add small paper leaves or a ribbon bow for extra detail.
Hang it on your door or use it as a centerpiece.
8. Plastic Spoon Flowers
Paint plastic spoons in bright spring colors and let them dry.
Arrange them in a circle with the spoon heads facing outward, gluing them onto a small cardboard base.
Attach a felt or pom-pom center, then glue a straw or stick to the back as the stem.
Display them in a vase or add them to an Easter wreath.
9. Scrap Fabric Carrots
Cut orange fabric into long triangles and fold them in half, sewing or gluing the edges to create a cone shape.
Stuff them lightly with cotton or scrap fabric, then glue or sew the top closed.
Attach green raffia, felt, or fabric strips at the top for leaves.
Arrange them in a basket or tie them into a decorative bunch.
10. Bunny Cutouts from Cereal Boxes
Flatten an empty cereal box and trace bunny shapes onto the cardboard.
Cut them out, then cover them with paint, wrapping paper, or scrapbook paper.
Glue a cotton ball or pom-pom to the back for a fluffy tail.
Stand them up on a shelf or string them into a garland.
Easter Table & Centerpiece Ideas
Setting a festive Easter table doesn’t mean spending a fortune on seasonal décor.
Handmade accents bring warmth and personality to your table while keeping costs low.
Little details like speckled eggs and candy-filled vases make a big impact without stretching your budget!
11. DIY Napkin Bunnies
Lay a cloth or paper napkin flat and fold it into a long strip.
Wrap it around a boiled egg, then tie the top with twine or ribbon to create bunny ears.
Add a small drawn or sticker face if you want extra charm.
Place them on plates for an Easter table setting.
12. Eggshell Candles
Carefully crack the tops off eggs, empty and clean the shells, then let them dry.
Melt candle wax and pour it into the shells, placing a small wick in the center.
Once the wax hardens, place them in egg cups or a small nest for display.
Light them for a cozy, festive touch.
13. DIY Speckled Eggs
Paint plastic, wooden, or real eggs in soft pastel shades and let them dry.
Dip a toothbrush into brown or black paint, then flick the bristles with your thumb to create tiny speckles.
Rotate the eggs to get an even effect, then let them dry completely.
Display them in a basket, wreath, or scattered on a table.
14. Easter Grass Nest Centerpiece
Shred brown paper bags or colored tissue paper to create DIY Easter grass.
Shape it into a small nest, then tuck in a few decorated eggs, flowers, or tiny bunny figurines.
Place it in a shallow bowl or directly on a tabletop for a natural look.
Add a few sprigs of greenery to finish it off.
15. Mini Potted Bunny Ears
Take small potted plants or succulents and stick two bunny ear cutouts into the soil.
Use cardstock, felt, or foam sheets for the ears, adding pink details to the center.
Secure them to skewers or toothpicks before placing them in the pots.
Line them up on a windowsill or as part of a table display.
16. Pastel Painted Pinecones
Collect a few pinecones and paint them in soft Easter colors like pink, yellow, and lavender.
Let them dry completely, then arrange them in a decorative bowl or basket.
If you want an extra sparkle, add a light dusting of glitter while the paint is still wet.
Use them as a nature-inspired Easter decoration.
17. Candy-Filled Centerpiece
Fill a clear vase or glass jar with colorful jellybeans, chocolate eggs, or marshmallow Peeps.
Nestle fresh or faux flowers inside, using the candy to hold the stems in place.
Tie a ribbon around the vase for a finishing touch.
Set it on a table for a sweet and simple centerpiece.
18. Dyed Bean Vase Fillers
Pour uncooked beans into a plastic bag, add a few drops of food coloring, and shake until evenly coated.
Spread the beans on a paper towel to dry, then layer it in a vase or jar for a colorful filler.
Add faux flowers, branches, or Easter picks for a fun display.
Switch up the colors to match your theme.
19. DIY Chalkboard Eggs
Paint wooden or plastic eggs with black chalkboard paint and let them dry.
Use chalk or chalk markers to draw cute designs, patterns, or Easter messages.
Erase and redo them whenever you want a fresh look.
Display them in a bowl or use them as place cards for a holiday meal.
20. Floral Egg Bouquet
Carefully crack the tops off eggs, clean them out, and set them in an egg carton.
Fill each shell with a little water and add small flowers like daisies or baby’s breath.
Arrange them as a delicate Easter centerpiece.
If you want them to last longer, use faux flowers instead.
Wall & Hanging Decorations
A few well-placed decorations can make your space feel ready for Easter without taking up extra room or costing a lot.
Hanging décor is an easy way to add color and personality while keeping things budget-friendly.
With a little creativity, even the simplest materials can turn into eye-catching Easter displays!
21. Hanging Egg Balloons
Blow up small balloons and wrap them with yarn soaked in a mixture of glue and water.
Let them dry completely, then pop the balloons and remove them, leaving behind a hollow egg-shaped shell.
String them together or hang them individually for a whimsical Easter decoration.
Try using pastel-colored yarn for a festive touch.
22. Clothespin Carrots
Paint wooden clothespins bright orange and let them dry.
Cut small strips of green pipe cleaners or felt, then glue them to the top of the clothespin to look like carrot stems.
Clip them onto twine for a garland or scatter them on a table as cute accents.
Use different shades of orange for a more natural look.
23. Paper Plate Bunny Faces
Fold a paper plate in half and glue on large paper ears.
Draw or glue on eyes, a nose, and whiskers to create a bunny face.
Add a cotton ball tail on the back if you want to display them from both sides.
String them up for a party decoration or let kids decorate their own.
24. Peeps Garland
Cut bunny or chick shapes out of colorful felt or cardstock.
Use a hole punch to create openings at the top, then thread twine or ribbon through them.
Space them evenly and hang them on a mantel, doorway, or wall.
If using felt, glue on little pom-pom tails for extra cuteness.
25. Bunny Footprint Art
Dip a child’s foot in pastel-colored paint and press it onto a piece of paper or canvas.
Once dry, add bunny ears and a face using markers or more paint.
Frame it for a sweet keepsake or turn it into an Easter card.
If you want a twist, try using handprints to make bunny ears instead.
26. Ribbon Egg Wreath
Wrap a foam wreath form with colorful ribbon, securing it with hot glue as you go.
Attach plastic or foam eggs around the wreath, layering them for a full look.
Tie a bow at the top and hang it on your front door or wall.
Use different patterns and textures of ribbon for more dimension.
27. Paper Doily Bunnies
Cut bunny shapes out of paper doilies and glue them onto pastel-colored cardstock.
Add a small cotton ball or pom-pom for the tail.
Frame them for wall art or use them as cute Easter cards.
Layer different sizes of doilies for a textured effect.
28. Hanging Felt Carrots
Cut out simple carrot shapes from orange felt and glue or sew around the edges, stuffing them lightly with cotton.
Attach green felt or raffia to the top for leaves.
String them together for a garland or hang them from a tree branch as an outdoor decoration.
Use different sizes to make them look more playful.
29. Easter Bunny Door Hanger
Cut a large bunny silhouette out of cardboard and cover it with fabric, paper, or paint.
Glue on a fluffy cotton tail and add a bow around the neck.
Attach a ribbon loop at the top for hanging.
Hang it on your front door, bedroom door, or anywhere that needs a festive touch.
30. DIY Window Clings
Mix white glue with a few drops of food coloring and outline Easter shapes on wax paper.
Let them dry completely before peeling them off.
Stick them to windows or glass surfaces for a fun, temporary decoration.
Try layering colors to create multicolored designs.
Celebrate Easter with Handmade Charm
Easter decorating doesn’t have to cost a fortune to feel festive and fun.
With a little creativity and some budget-friendly supplies, you can fill your home with handmade charm that feels just as special as store-bought décor.
So grab your glue gun, put on some spring music, and get ready to create something beautiful!
