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Looking for some fun & frugal Easter-themed activities to try this year?
Below is your ultimate round-up for both Easter-themed baking and Easter-themed crafting this year. These activities are perfect for whiling away a rainy afternoon with the kids, but honestly, are just as fun to try on your own!
When I think of Easter treats, I think of bunnies, carrots, spring chickens, and lots of pastel colours, and those themes are definitely reflected in the list below.
Whether you’re hosting a big Easter weekend gathering, or just want some activities to do in the afternoon, I’ve got you covered.
Best of all, all the Easter treats and crafts listed below are perfect if you’re trying to be more frugal this year and cut down on how much you spend on unnecessary things. (P.S. I’ve got a whole list of no-spend activities you could also check out!)
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Edible Activities (Easter Treats!)
So cute! These carrot cakes make the perfect Easter treat that both kids and adults can enjoy - and the cream cheese frosting is out. of. this. world.
It just doesn't feel like Easter without a warm hot cross bun packed with sultanas
A nice twist on traditional chocolate Easter nests, these coconut macaroon nests look awesome and are also gluten free.
No-bake lemon bars - how beautiful do these look! Fresh, healthy, and perfect for spring.
If cupcakes aren't your thing, why not try making this carrot cake in its full glory! Made with loads of cream cheese frosting for the most indulgent treat.
Perfect with an iced tea when the weather starts getting warmer! This loaf cake is really versatile and tastes as fresh as it looks.
These thumbprint cookies are a fantastic baking activity to do with your kids - assign each of them a colour so they can enjoy the one's they make!
Easter nest cookies that just happen to be healthy, too! These are perfect for making with your kids without the sugar overload we'd all rather avoid!
Cute, easy, and simple: these vegan easter cupcakes are a must-try when looking for easy bakes for your children to help you with.
So pretty! These lilac donuts look absolutely gorgeous - I hope they taste as good!
Easter Crafts & Activities
Cheap Easter Crafts For Kids
Entertaining your kids for Easter doesn't need to be expensive - these Easter crafts for kids are all lots of fun and cheap to source the right materials.
These super-cute pom pom chicks are extremely easy to make, requiring just 5 things to put them together!
These place card holders are made from clay, and make for a cute way to show guests where they're seated for your Easter meal while also getting the kids involved.
This beautiful embroidery hoop is very simple to make, and the perfect Easter craft for kids to hang in their rooms. All you need is some embroidery hoops and a few different cuts of fabric (you could even use old sheets or t-shirts to save money!).
Perfect for Easter-themed parties, these DIY bunny headbands are guaranteed to go down well with your kids.
Pretty, fun to make, and super frugal: these felt Easter eggs are the perfect rainy-day craft to make with your kids this Easter.
So beautiful you'll want to keep these out on display all year long! These sprinkle Easter eggs are a great Easter craft for older kids as they do require painting small, straight lines on the eggs to get them looking like the image - but younger kids could still have a lot of fun with these!
These ornaments are a fun and frugal Easter craft to try with your kids and will look amazing hanging from the trees in your garden or around the home.
A quick and easy Easter craft idea for kids! Just recycle some old socks and get some accessories to turn your creation into bunnies!
A creative and frugal Easter craft you can make with things you have around the home!
Every adult remembers the fun Easter craft that is boiling eggs and then painting the hardened shell. A great cheap way to let your kids be creative and express themselves artistically!