10 Easter crafts for adults

Why should the kids have all the fun? Give these Easter crafts a crack.

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by Bryony Firth-Bernard |
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Whether you’re celebrating it for religious reasons, love the extra long weekend or enjoy indulging in lots of chocolate eggs, there’s something for everyone at Easter.

For many it’s seen as a holiday for kids, but actually it’s an excellent time for adults to bake some tasty Easter treats and get involved in some fun Easter crafts. From Easter wreaths to decorate your door with, to vases to pop your fresh flowers in, we’ve rounded up our favourite Easter crafts for adults.

Easter crafts for adults

1. Easter wreath

Easter crafts for adults: easter wreath
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Decorate your door with a beautiful Easter wreath. There’s so many different styles to choose from; from all out Eastery to something a little more subtle for spring. Either way, it will help brighten up your dreary looking door in no time.

Read more: How to make your own Easter wreath

2. Easter garland

Easter crafts for adults: easter garland
©DIY Candy

It’s not just your door you can decorate, how about decorating your fireplace or walls with this sweet Easter bunny garland? Not only does it look super cute, but it’s easy to make too, with this bunny template from DIY Candy.

Get the full tutorial here

3. Bunny utensil holder

Easter crafts for adults: easter utensil holder
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Whether you’ve organised a little Easter get together for the long weekend or are going all out for Sunday Easter dinner, these handmade utensil holders made from burlap are perfect for popping cutlery in. You’ll need some burlap (of course), paint, a small foam paint brush, ribbon and a sewing machine handy.

Get the full tutorial here

4. Easter bunny vase

Easter crafts for adults: bunny vase
©Weekend Craft

Easter’s a great time to get some pretty blooms in the house and we love this vase with an Easter twist. This one is actually made from a mason jar which has been covered in chalk paint, with a cute little bunny face added on,

Get the full tutorial here

5. Eggshell tea light holders

Easter crafts for adults: eggshell tea light holders
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These eggshell tea light holders look so pretty and delicate and will look lovely to pop on your Easter table. You’ll definitely need a gentle hand and patience for this adult Easter craft, but the finished product will be worth it.

Get the full tutorial here

6. 3D paper bunny

Easter crafts for adults: 3D paper bunny
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If you’re a fan of origami, then you should definitely give this impressive 3D paper bunny a go. This little guy will look fantastic on your mantelpiece. Don’t worry it’s not as hard as you may be thinking, as there is a template you can print out.

Get the full tutorial here

7. Carrot sugar scrub

Easter crafts for adults: carrot sugar scrub
©OHMY-Creative

We love the look of this carrot sugar scrub, perfect for giving to friends and family as Easter gifts or just a little treat throughout spring. You can then use the sugar scrub on your body to exfoliate away dead skin cells or buff it onto your lips to leave them silky smooth.

Get the full tutorial here

8. Easter candle holders

Easter crafts for adults: Easter candle holders
©Two Sisters Crafting

These crafty candle holders using these DIY beaded eggs look really cool. Make sure you put aside a couple of hours for this Easter craft as it can get a little fiddly, so you’ll want to allow yourself plenty of time.

Get the full tutorial here

9. Bunny treat bag

Easter crafts for adults: bunny treat bag
©The Country Chic Cottage

Maybe you’ve got grandkids or your friends have children who you’d like to make up this little bunny bag for. You can fill it with lots of Easter treats or they can use it during an Easter egg hunt.

Get the full tutorial here

10. Stand-up paper eggs

Easter crafts for adults: stand up paper eggs
©Little Miss Celebration

While these don't substitute for chocolate eggs, these eggs are definitely worth giving a crack and make a fantastic Easter decoration. You could either decorate areas of your with them or they'd look really cool hung from the ceiling.

Get the full tutorial here

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