50 DIY Easter Decorations That Go Way Beyond Eggs

If Easter eggs are usually the main event, decking out your home with full-on Easter decorations is definitely the cherry on top. With the modern, pastel-filled decor ideas below, you can skip the hours of dying and move on to more fun things, like DIY baskets, bunnies, and even planters. These bunny-approved ideas will add pops of bright color to your existing decor and leave more time for noshing on *all* the candy. Get ready to send out the party invites, whip up the latest Easter brunch ham recipes, and plan for that epic brunch, ’cause these egg-citing DIY Easter decorations are the perfect way to count down to your fave holiday.

DIY Colorful Easter Buckets

Forget the baskets this year, and opt for something a little more sturdy, like an Easter bucket full of goodies. To get this springtime look, decorate plain metal buckets with a fresh coat of paint in white or vibrant colors. Finish off the look with some paper flowers and pom-pom trim, then stuff them with your choice of chocolates and Peeps. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Swinging Egg Ornaments

For an out-of-the-box decor idea that’s as fun as it is easy, string up a few blown-out eggs with baker’s twine in varying lengths for an easy DIY hanging decoration. If you’re running short on time, sub the blown eggs for plastic ones. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Easter Wreath

Bring the Easter festivities to your doorstep with an eye-catching DIY Easter egg wreath. Spray paint your wreath with a bright pop of color to keep it more modern than rustic, then glam up the overall look by spray painting your plastic eggs with a generous amount of metallic glitter. (via The Homesteady)

DIY Egg Cups

Sure, these DIY egg cups are perfect for Easter, but they also work year-round as the cutest little additions to your table setting. The stand-turned-egg-cup is actually made from napkin rings, which means once Easter’s over, you can use them as a colorful addition to your dinner party table setting. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Ombre Egg Centerpiece

Brighten up your table setting with an Easter egg-inspired centerpiece like this pun-tastic one. Choose to stick with “So Eggcited,” or come up with your own pun — either way, it’s sure to make your guests *crack* a smile ;) (via Brit + Co)

DIY Crepe Paper Flower Napkin Setting

If your place setting is looking a little bare, spruce it up with a crepe paper flower and Easter egg combo. For a more personal touch, write each one of your guests’ names onto each egg to double as a place card favor that they can take home. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Eggs + Crepe Flower Centerpiece

If you can’t get enough of those easy-to-make crepe paper flowers, you can also incorporate them into a table centerpiece by throwing a bunch of them into an egg crate with a dozen decorated Easter eggs. Punny messages will also keep the mood light and cheerful all through brunch. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Spring Bread Board

Whether you choose to use it as a decorative piece to hang on your kitchen wall or a functional board to slice your bread, this DIY is just what’s needed to brighten up your kitchen space. Play around with bunny placement options before you commit to a look — kissing bunnies could be super cute! (via Tried and True)

DIY Colorful Egg Candles

Candles are a decorative go-to no matter what the season. If you’re looking to step it up a notch this spring, make a few Easter-approved egg-shaped candles using blown out eggs and crayons. Add a few drops of essential oils for a little fragrance, and your guests will never believe you made these yourself. (via Hello Glow)

DIY Easter Surprise Egg

Take plastic Easter eggs to the next level by making an “Easter Surprise Egg” for your brunch. Don’t worry, it’s actually a lot simpler to make than it looks. Just cover a balloon with glue-dipped yarn pieces, wait overnight until it’s dried, and then pop the balloon. You’ll be left with a cage-like Easter egg that you can fill with Easter grass and candy. Pro tip: The larger you make the balloon, the more treats you can fit inside the “egg” once it sets! (via Sugar and Charm)

DIY Geometric Paper Easter Egg

Put those origami skills to the test with this geometric paper Easter egg made out of origami triangles. It might look a little complicated at first, but before you know it, you’ll have the technique down pat. Soon there’ll be no stopping you from going crazy with 3D geometric wall art. (via Proper)

DIY Wooden Easter Egg Drink Stirrers

Bring some of that Easter egg-citement to your brunch cocktails with a few festive drink stirrers. They’re a simple but colorful way to get those cocktails up to par with the rest of your Easter decor. (via Brite and Bubbly)

DIY Easter Place Cards

This might well be the best place card idea ever. But we could be biased, since there *is* chocolate involved. Treat your guests to this personalized place card which comes with a surprise treat that makes waiting for the food totally worth it. (via Brit + Co)

DIY Easter Egg Garland

DIY decorations don’t get much easier than this Easter egg garland made of yarn and plastic eggs. Go all out by throwing in a few other complementary garlands, like a colorful pom-pom one, to really capture those pastel Easter vibes. (via Tell Love and Party)

Bon Appétit Egg Printable

Add a touch of fancy to any set of napkins with a bon appétit egg printable that’s perfect for any Easter Sunday brunch. You can get your free printable here (courtesy of Sugar and Charm). Pro tip: Opt for card stock to get the best quality of print. (via Sugar and Charm)

Geo-Bunny Wall Art

Really capture the modern aesthetic by taking the traditional bunny silhouette to new heights with a geometric take. Get your free template here (courtesy of Twine and Table). To make it really pop, add some metallic gold paint or glitter to a few triangle spaces. (via Twine and Table)

DIY No Sew Table Runner

Easter eggs shouldn’t be the only thing getting painted. Touch up your table decor with a no-sew table runner that only requires craft paint and unsharpened pencils to make. The polka dot design is so versatile that you can even bring out the runner for your other parties too. (via 3 Little Greenwoods)

DIY Polka Dot Plates

Now all you need is the perfect plate to go with that table runner you just made — try this DIY polka dot plate. All you’ll need are plain white ceramic plates, food safe ceramic paint pens and an oven. Yeah, it’s that easy. (via A Kailo Chic Life)

DIY Ombre Bunny Wall Hanging

If you’d rather go ombre than geometric, embrace the dip-dyed aesthetic with a DIY ombre woven hanging. The best part? You can repurpose all that leftover yarn from the winter months, so nothing goes to waste. (via Atilio)

DIY Macrame Air Plant Hanger

You can always count on metallic gold accents to instantly add an elegant touch to your decor. To make this DIY macrame air plant hanger, you’ll need some faux suede cording, plastic Easter eggs and air plants. Whether you choose to hang the air planters from the wall or scatter them around the house, their gold detail will make them appear much fancier than they really are. (via A Kailo Chic Life)

DIY Marbled Egg Place Card Holders

These marbled egg place card holders are so easy to make, it’s crazy. Simply roll white with any other color polymer clay, and make a slit at the top of the egg for your place cards. Now that you’ve got that figured out, it seems like you’ve just found the perfect DIY party favors too. (via Make and Tell)

DIY Bunny Napkins

There’s nothing more fitting for your Easter brunch place setting than turning your napkins into bunny shapes. Once you get the hang of it, you’ll want to make them for *every* dinner party. (via Love Decorations)

DIY Speckled Sprinkle Glasses

Looking for an easy way to add some color to your cocktails and mocktails? These sprinkle-rimmed glasses look so yummy that it’s almost tempting to ditch the straws and take a nibble. We’re sure your guests will agree. (via Sugar and Cloth)

DIY Woven Paper Basket

Sure, these woven baskets make uber-chic Easter egg holders, but they also make for colorful everyday baskets once the holiday has passed. The coolest part about this DIY is that they’re woven from plain paper. (via South by North)

DIY 3D Easter Bunny

These 3D Easter bunnies prove that the geometric trend is here to stay. Simply choose the color of your rabbit, print out the free template and follow the step-by-step instructions to get your own geo-bunny displays. Use Chrome’s browser for a quick and easy site translation. (via Kreativbuehne)

We’re not sure this Easter egg hunt could get any more adorable. Style your darling littles out with gorg DIY beaded baskets. Can you say Insta-ready!? (via

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DIY Rabbit Head Wall Decoration

Get your papier mâché on with this Anthro-inspired wall hanging. Not only is this totally stylish for the holiday, but we think you could easily rock it as year-round decor. (via Pillar Box Blue)

DIY Origami Bunny Planters

Spring means new growth, and what better way to celebrate than with a bunny planter DIY. Just add a little soil and your fave succulent. (via Twine & Table)

DIY Floral Easter Egg Wreath

Your front door will *pop* when you hang this bright Easter wreath for all to see. This is a creative way to repurpose plastic eggs, and you can reuse every year. (via Design Improvised)

DIY Bunny Ears For Kids

Style out your little man with some DIY Easter bunny ears. This darling, rustic look can be achieved with pipe cleaners, scissors, a glue gun, and bit of faux leather fabric. (via Inspired by This)

DIY Rabbit Pillow

Add some Easter flair to your living room sofa-scape with a simple sewing DIY. What are you waiting for? Hop to it! (via Ars Textura)

DIY Cactus Easter Eggs

Give your Easter brunch table a desert theme with sweet li’l cactus eggs. Later, make into scrumptious egg salad. Double win! (via The Pulp Zine)

DIY Paper Feather Garland

Make your spring pastels sparkle with a simple and decorative feather garland. When in doubt, put a feather on it. (via The Things She Makes)

DIY Easter Mini Eggshell Vases

Experience total cuteness overload when you craft your very own eggshell bunny vase. Sweeten everyone’s day when you fill with jasmine (or other scented bloom) and display absolutely anywhere. (via We Are Scout)

DIY Epic Kids Table

Easter isn’t just about egg hunting anymore! Turn a space into a splatter paint wonderland for the kiddos and let them unleash their creativity. (via The Effortless Chic)

DIY Printable Carrot Treat Boxes

Featuring a printable carrot template, this project is simple to do and adorable when filled with Easter treats. (via Designeat Repeat)

DIY Eggshell Place Card Holders

These are the perf addition to a spring wedding tablescape or your Easter brunch. Not only will guests arrive at their seats in DIY style, but they get darling microgreen party favors too. (via The Merry Thought)

DIY Easter Egg Garland

Get your Easter craft on with a bright and festive garland DIY featuring mini Mod Podge eggs. (via The Pretty Life Girls)

DIY Faceted Easter Egg Place Card Holders

Cute and easy to craft card holders make a bright and whimsical addition to any dining occasion. Delight your Easter guests and then squirrel away for the next bridal or baby shower. (via Sugar & Cloth)

DIY Magnetic Air Plant Holders

Plastic Easter eggs get a glam-tastic makeover with this quick air plant DIY. Just add craft glue and magnets to transform your fridge from basic to beautiful. (via Drawn to DIY)

DIY Origami Easter Bunny Baskets

Cute paper is the key when crafting these adorable little hoppers. Just a few simple folds and then fill with Easter treats. (via Gathering Beauty)

DIY Easter Terrarium

We love this seasonal twist on the terrarium. Adorn your mantel or window sill with this sweet Easter bunny decor. (via Pastels and Macarons)

DIY Paper Swedish Easter Tree

Make your own version of the Påskris — or Swedish Easter tree — and use as a tabletop centerpiece. (via The House That Lars Built)

DIY Easter Chick Bowls

We adore a good Easter bowl DIY-dollar store hack! All you need is some ceramic paint and a black Sharpie to peep up these bowls. (via Craftberry Bush)

DIY Plastic Egg Upgrade

DIY Decorative Twig Bird’s Nest: Is there anything more presh than tissue papered eggs nestled in a rustic bird’s nest? Another Mod Podge DIY project FTW. (via Make and Do Crew)

DIY Watercolor Placecards

Yet another seasonal twist on a simple place card project. Creatively seat your friends and fam with watercolor and handwritten place cards. (via Honeycrisp)

DIY Pom-Pom Napkin

We are just *sew* head over heels for pom-poms, and this simple Easter DIY is no exception. Transform your plain ol’ napkins into festively adorned eye catchers with a super basic sewing project. (via Lily Ardor)

DIY Modern Popsicle Stick Bunny Decor

Put your mad skills and patience to work and create a popsicle stick bunny. Because Easter. (via Make and Do Crew)

DIY Wonderland Easter Coasters

Coast into Easter Sunday with a sewing DIY featuring four patterns and lots of gold. Then you can check the seasonal coasters off your make list! (via See Kate Sew)

DIY Mason Jar Succulent Planters

We can’t get enough succulents, and the perfect way to decorate for Easter is with our favorite Pantone color — greenery! (via A Pumpkin and a Princess)