Easter is just around the corner, and it’s a perfect time for kids to enjoy some crafting activities. Making an Easter basket craft is a classic idea for this time of year, and we will show you how to make it with the children in a fun way.
Crafting is not only a fun way to spend time, but it also offers many benefits for kids, including improving their creativity, enhancing their fine motor skills, and promoting cognitive development. In this blog post, we’ll talk about a simple and fun Easter basket craft that you can make with your kids using some basic materials. This easter basket is even more cute because it looks like the Easter bunny’s carrot!
Materials
For this Easter basket craft, you will need orange construction paper, green crepe paper, green yarn, scissors, a marker, and a glue stick.
The instructions below are straightforward, and even young kids can participate with a bit of adult supervision.
How To Make The Easter Basket Craft Step by Step
The first step is to get a perfect square orange construction paper and fold it four times until you have a smaller square. Then, cut an acute angle from the smaller square, unfold the paper to see a cross-like pattern, and fold every side of the cross upwards to make the basket. Make sure to seal it with a glue stick.
The second step is to prepare the crepe paper and attach it to the upper part of the basket. Fold it every time you stick it with a glue stick and cover the entire basket. The third step is to get the lengthwise size of green crepe paper, fold it, and cut small strips of green yarn. Then, tie the yarn on both ends of the folded crepe paper and attach it on both sides of the basket. Voila! You have your Easter basket.
How to make a simple easter basket craft with kids
Make a simple and cute easter basket in the shape of a carrot, perfect for kids easter egg hunts
Materials
- Orange construction paper
- Green crepe paper
- Green yarn
- Marker
- Glue stick
Tools
- Scissors
Instructions
- Get a perfect square orange construction paper.
- Fold it four times until you have a smaller square. Cut an acute angle from the smaller square.
- Unfold the paper to see a cross-like pattern.
- Fold a little paper from both sides of the upper and lower cross pattern.
- Fold every side of the cross upwards to make the basket. Make sure to seal it with a glue stick.
- Prepare the crepe paper and attach it at the upper part of the basket.
- Fold it every time you stick it with a glue stick. Cover the entire basket.
- Get the lengthwise size of green crepe paper then fold it.
- Cut small strips of green yarn and tie it on both ends of the folded crepe paper.
- Attach it on both sides of the basket, and lastly decorate the orange part of the basket using the black marker to create a carrot effect
- And there you have your easter basket!
Notes
1. Be careful when using the scissor and the glue gun.
2. Choose the proper materials to achieve the aspired outcome.
3. Let your creativity flow in your works!
This craft is perfect for an Easter egg hunt or Easter party, and it can be used as a decoration or a functional basket to collect Easter eggs. Moreover, this activity is an excellent opportunity for parents to bond with their kids and create lasting memories. Kids love to participate in holiday traditions, and Easter crafting is a great way to engage them in the festivities.
Easter basket crafting is a simple and fun activity that offers numerous benefits for kids, including enhancing their creativity, improving their fine motor skills, and promoting cognitive development.
With just a few basic materials and simple instructions, you can create a functional and decorative Easter basket that your kids will love. So, gather your supplies, let your creativity flow, and have some fun with your kids this Easter.
More Easter Crafts and Activities
Easter is a great time to engage in fun crafts and activities with your kids, and there are plenty of options to choose from.
In this post, we’ve shared a simple and fun Easter basket craft that you can make with your kids using basic materials. But why stop there?
There are so many other Easter crafts and activities that you can explore. Here at In The Playroom we’ll be sharing more ideas for Easter crafts, such as making Easter eggs, bunny ears, and more.
So stay tuned for more Easter fun and check out our Easter activities below
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Anna Marikar, mum of four and seasoned blogger, has spent over a decade sharing her parenting journey and passion for kid-friendly crafts and free printables.
Her easy-to-follow craft ideas and practical parenting advice have transformed In The Playroom into a cherished resource for parents.
This carrot Easter basket craft is an adorable and creative activity for kids to enjoy during the Easter season. The step-by-step instructions and use of basic materials make it easy and fun for children of all ages. Thanks for sharing this fantastic crafting idea!