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Recycled DIY Easter Baskets
Recycled DIY Easter Baskets
Help your kids put together some last-minute Easter baskets by recycling items you have in your kitchen cupboards or refrigerator. With an empty cereal box or milk carton, your child or grandchild will have something to use to gather Easter eggs or candy! These Recycled DIY Easter Baskets only take a few minutes to assemble and decorate. Your youngsters can use paint, stickers, or whatever else they want to decorate these cute kids' crafts for Easter. You could even make one for yourself and join in on the fun!
Estimated CostUnder $10
Time to CompleteUnder an hour
MaterialsPaint, Recycled Materials
Primary TechniqueRepurposing
SeasonSpring
Project TypeMake a Project
Materials List
- Cereal Box
- Spray paint or acrylic paint or Scrapbook paper to decorate
- Painter's tape
- Binder clips
- Washi tape & stickers to decorate
- Glue
- Scissors
- Marker
- Milk Jug
- Xacto knife
Instructions
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Use your marker to mark the height of the basket. I measured 6" from the bottom of the cereal box for basket and for the handle I measured 1.5" on the sides.
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Cut on the marked area using scissors .I did not cut the top flaps(The folded part on the top) of the cereal box instead I used them to overlap the handle but it is up to you depending on the length of the handle you prefer.
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Overlap the top part to form the handle. Use glue to secure them together. I used tacky glue and some binder clips.
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Stuff the inside with some newspaper and cover the edges with painter's tape to avoid paint.I used teal color spray paint to paint the cereal box.
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Decorate the basket with tape and stickers. I used washi tape and stickers to decorate and used black sharpie marker to write the name in the center. And Voila!! Your basket is now ready!!Stuff them with goodies to give it to your kids for Easter.
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For Milk Jug : Use marker to mark the area below the handle of the milk jug to cut for basket base.
Why You'll Love This Recycled Craft
3 Reasons to Make Recycled DIY Easter Baskets:
1. Eco-Friendly Fun: By using items you already have on hand, such as cereal boxes or milk cartons, you are reducing waste and giving new life to materials that might have otherwise been thrown away. Teaching kids about the importance of recycling and upcycling is a great way to instill eco-friendly habits from a young age.
2. Budget-Friendly Creativity: Let's face it, Easter can be an expensive holiday with all the candies, decorations, and gifts. Making your own Easter baskets out of recycled materials is a cost-effective way to still enjoy the fun of the season without breaking the bank. Plus, you can customize the baskets with paint, stickers, and other embellishments to fit your budget and style.
3. Quality Family Time: Crafting together is a wonderful way to bond with your kids or grandkids. Assembling and decorating these Recycled DIY Easter Baskets is a simple and enjoyable activity that can bring the whole family together. It's a great opportunity to chat, laugh, and create memories that will last a lifetime. So why not gather around the kitchen table, get creative, and make some special Easter baskets together this year?
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Marilyn B
Mar 08, 2017
Recycling or up cycling things around the house is a wonderful way to teach children the importance of being green when you can and having some fun and creativity too! Another option would be to use scraps of wallpaper which makes a sturdy covering! I could see embellishing the edges with glued on buttons or little beads, bows or silk flowers! Thanks for sharing this great idea!
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