DIY Easter Decorations to Brighten Your Home: Fun Projects for the Whole Family!

Hanging Egg Ornaments

• Empty eggshells (carefully cracked and cleaned)
• Ribbons
• Superglue or hot glue
• Small flowers, candies, or decorative moss

1. Carefully crack the top of the eggshell to create an opening and empty the contents.
2. Wash and let the shells dry completely.
3. Attach a ribbon to the bottom of the shell using glue, creating a loop for hanging.
4. Add tiny flowers, candies, or even small toys inside the shell.
5. Hang them on branches arranged in a vase for a stunning Easter tree centerpiece.

Salt Dough Bunny Ornaments

• 2 cups plain flour
• 1 cup salt
• 1 cup water
• Bunny-shaped cookie cutters
• Acrylic paint

1. Mix flour, salt, and water to form a dough.
2. Roll out the dough and use cookie cutters to create bunny shapes.
3. Make a small hole at the top of each shape if you want to hang them later.
4. Bake at 140°C (120°C fan) for 2–3 hours until hard.
5. Once cooled, paint them in pastel shades or add patterns like polka dots.

Washi Tape Easter Eggs

• Hard-boiled eggs or plastic eggs
• Washi tape in various colors and patterns
• Scissors

1. Cut strips of washi tape and stick them onto the eggs in creative patterns—stripes, zigzags, or even patchwork designs.
2. Let kids mix and match their favorite tapes for unique designs.
3. Display them in a basket or use them as table decor.

Egg Garlands

• Plastic Easter eggs
• Yarn or string
• Small drill (optional)

1. Drill small holes on both ends of each plastic egg (or use pre-drilled ones).
2. Measure the fishing line or string to your desired length, adding an extra 12 inches for tying.
3. Thread the fishing line through the top holes of each plastic egg.
4. Leave about six inches between each egg and tie a knot to keep them in place.
5. Continue threading until all eggs are on the garland.
6. Tie a tight knot after the last egg and use the extra line at both ends to create loops for hanging.

Fresh Flower Wreath

• A foam wreath base
• Fresh flowers (like daisies, tulips, or baby’s breath)
• Floral wire

1. Wrap floral wire around the stems of fresh flowers and attach them to the base.
2. Continue layering flowers until the base is fully covered.
3. Hang it on your front door or above your fireplace for a natural and vibrant display.

3-D Paper Easter Eggs

• Scrapbook paper
• Scissors
• Glue stick

1. Start by cutting out multiple identical egg shapes from cardstock. You’ll need at least 5–6 layers of the same size to create a full 3-D effect.
2. Carefully fold each egg shape in half lengthwise. This creates the symmetry needed for the 3-D design.
3. Take one folded egg shape and apply glue to one side of its flat surface. Attach another folded egg shape on top of it, aligning the edges carefully. Repeat this process until all the layers are glued together, forming a circular shape.
4. Once all layers are glued together, gently open up the stack to reveal your 3-D egg! Adjust it as needed to ensure it looks symmetrical and full.

Rice-Shaken Easter Eggs

• Hard-boiled or plastic eggs (white eggs work best for vibrant colors)
• Uncooked rice
• Food coloring in various shades
• Small plastic containers or zip-lock bags
• Gloves (optional, to avoid dyed fingers)

1. Add about 1/4 cup of rice to a small plastic container or zip-lock bag.
2. Drop 10–15 drops of food coloring into the rice.
3. Close the container or bag tightly and shake until the rice is evenly coated with color.
4. Repeat the process with different containers or bags for each color you want to use.
5. Place an egg into the container with the colored rice.
6. Close the lid tightly and shake the container gently but thoroughly, flipping it over occasionally to ensure the egg gets an even coat of speckles.
7. Remove the egg from the container and let it dry completely.
8. If you want multi-colored speckles, repeat the process by placing the egg into another container with a different color of rice.
9. Shake again and let dry.

Ribbon-Tied Eggs

• Plastic Easter eggs or hard-boiled eggs
• Ribbons (choose pastel or patterned designs for a spring vibe)
• Scissors
• Glue (hot glue works best for plastic eggs)
• Optional: Fray Check to prevent ribbon edges from fraying.

1. Choose ribbons that complement the color of your eggs. Cut each ribbon to about 18–24 inches, depending on the size of your egg. If you want to tie bows, make sure the ribbon is long enough to allow for extra loops.
2. Start by placing the middle of the ribbon at the bottom of the egg. Bring both ends up over the sides and cross them at the top. Continue wrapping until you return to the bottom, creating a crisscross pattern around the egg.
3. For plastic eggs, use a dab of hot glue at the bottom or top of the egg to hold the ribbon in place. For real eggs, tie a knot or bow at the top without glue so they remain food-safe.
4. You can enhance your ribbon-tied eggs with additional embellishments: tie small bows at the top for a polished look, add tiny flowers, beads, or charms to the ribbon for extra flair, or use multiple ribbons in different colors for a layered effect.

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