15 Budget-Friendly DIY Easter Basket Ideas
Easter is coming up fast, which means it’s time to start thinking about egg hunts, chocolate bunnies, and of course, Easter baskets. Instead of picking up something generic from the store this year, why not try making your own?
It doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. With a little creativity and some basic supplies, you can put together something really fun and personal.
We’ve pulled together 15 easy and affordable DIY Easter basket ideas using supplies from Flipcost and other affordable craft stores.
Whether you’re making something for your kids, a thoughtful surprise for a friend, or just looking for a fun holiday project, there’s something here for you.
And if you want to fill your baskets with even more seasonal charm, check out our Easter Basket Gifts & Decorations collection for themed goodies, gifts, and decor.
Let’s jump in and get started.
1. Coffee Filter Easter Basket
Soft, ruffled layers made from painted coffee filters, shaped into a basket that looks like it came straight out of a spring garden. It’s light, colorful, and perfect for kids to help create. You can paint the filters ahead of time or let the kids put their unique twist on it, then shape and glue the filters together for a super sweet finish.
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Watch Paper Magic with Miss Jayden for inspiration.
2. Googly-Eyed Bunny Box
A plain cardboard box transformed into a bunny with big googly eyes and paper ears peeking over the top. It’s whimsical, playful, and perfect for kids.
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3. Tissue-Wrapped Cup Basket
A simple cup wrapped in bright pastel tissue paper, tied with a ribbon, and stuffed with jellybeans. Great for party favors or smaller kids’ baskets.
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4. Coloring Book Surprise Basket
A boredom-buster basket packed with a coloring book, crayons, and candy, all nestled in soft tissue paper. It’s perfect for road trips or quiet afternoons.
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5. Berry Basket Revival
A repurposed berry basket painted in soft pastels or wrapped in printed paper, finished off with a paper handle and ribbon. It gives farmhouse charm and is perfect for candy or mini toys.
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6. Paper Cone Bunny Basket
A cone-shaped bunny with tall ears, a drawn-on face, and a fluffy pom-pom tail. It’s lightweight, festive, and easy to fill with small treats.
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7. Yarn-Wrapped Basket
A wire basket with thick, cozy yarn woven through the sides, creating stripes of texture and color. It adds a soft, handmade touch to your Easter setup.
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8. Craft Tote Basket
A sturdy, reusable craft tote filled with art supplies and snacks. It’s practical, fun, and makes a great gift for creative kids.
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9. Cupcake Wrapper Cups
Cupcake liners layered into mini baskets, ready to hold wrapped candies or stickers. These make adorable favors for Easter brunch.
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Watch Happy Crafty Mommy for inspiration.
10. Egg Carton Mini Baskets
Tiny segments of a recycled egg carton painted and decorated like mini baskets, each one perfect for a chocolate egg or a small toy.
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11. Lunch Bag Bunny Basket
A brown lunch bag with a hand-drawn bunny face, tied at the top with a ribbon so the ends look like ears. It’s an easy, eco-friendly favorite.
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12. Decorated Water Bottle Box
A cardboard box filled with cute, reusable water bottles, each one customized with stickers and filled with treats. Great for older kids or group gifts.
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13. Mason Jar Treat Basket
A mason jar filled with colorful layers of tissue and topped with a festive ribbon. Great for neighbors, teachers, or anyone who loves a sweet surprise.
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14. Paper Plate Pocket Basket
Two paper plates folded and stapled into a pocket, decorated with stickers or doodles and filled with little treats. Great for kids to help make.
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Watch Red Ted Art for inspiration.
15. Upcycled Tissue Roll Basket
A toilet paper roll wrapped in tissue paper, turned into a tiny bunny or chick basket. It’s simple, fun, and eco-friendly.
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Watch CraftyKidsPlay for inspiration.
Final Thoughts
These Easter basket ideas are all about getting creative, and making something thoughtful without spending a lot. Whether you're crafting with your kids or just want to surprise someone with something homemade, these projects are a fabulous place to start.
Need more ideas for what to put inside your baskets? Don’t forget to check out Flipcost’s Easter Basket Gifts & Decorations to find themed fillers, treats, and decor that pair perfectly with your handmade creations.