I canโt believe that March is already half way through and April is upon us which means Easter!! Easter is such a fun holiday with Easter egg hunts and Sunday family dinners. But we must not forget the true reason for celebrating and that is the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Keep reading to the end and check out 16 other Easter ideas that some of my blogging friends have come up with too. We have teamed up with an Easter post blog hop which to me are the most fun. I love seeing how unique each of our creativity is and what we come up with.
I love to keep the excitement of each holiday alive in our house by having a fun craft to make. I found this cardboard bunny at the Dollar Tree that was cute, but needed the outline of a bunny for what I wanted to do with it even more. Plus it only cost me $1.00 so I didnโt mind to cover it up.
What you will need:
- Cardboard or wooden rabbit
- Twine
- Moss
- White pom-poms
- Ribbon
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
Leave about an inch space at the bottom to cover with moss at the end. Place a dot of hot glue about 1โ from the bottom and then place the twine in the glue and let it harden.
Start wrapping the twine around the bunny until it is completely covered. Get comfortable for this part and just keep wrapping. I think my husband and I were actually watching American Idol while I made this.
*Parts of the rabbit where it curves could be challenging to keep the twine in place. I placed some hot glue on the edges of the curves to keep the twine in place which was helpful. Donโt worry if the rabbit shows through some. The silver glitter shows some with mine but really just adds some glitz.
I bought my moss at the dollar store in the floral section. Squirt some hot glue at the bottom 1โ of the rabbit and then just place the moss. This part is a little messy.
On the tail glue several white pom-poms in place which I also found at the dollar store in the arts and crafts section.
*Now that I think of it, everything came from the dollar store except the twine and hot glue gun making this craft so affordable but looking much more expensive and store bought.
Tie a colorful ribbon around the neck of the rabbit and you are done. This ribbon was in the Easter section at the dollar store and is perfect with all the bright colors. I loved that it could also be used for other Spring projects and not just Easter.
I stood my rabbit on a plaque stand to display and have ended up putting it on my kitchen counter to add a little Spring color. Pair it with a miniature grapevine wreath and speckled Easter eggs for a centerpiece. Stay tuned later this week where I will share another way to use this grapevine wreath and eggs to decorate for Easter.
You could also add a ribbon to the top and hang it over your mantle or even on your front door.
Enjoy this Easter spending time with family and remembering why we celebrate, our Savior.
From Top to Bottom, Left to Right:
Pastel and Gold Painted Flower Pots by Happy Go Lucky
Spring Chick Wreath by Fynes Designs
Simple Bunny Garland by Lil Mrs Tori
DIY: Peek-A-Boo Bunny Bag by Minted Strawberry
Pom Pom Tail Easter Bunny Printable by TitiCrafty
Easter Bible Verse Printable by A Cup Full of Sass
Felt Bunny Pouch for Easter Treats by Do Small Things with Love
Gold & Watercolor Geometric Bunny Art by Spool and Spoon
Moss and Twine Wrapped Easter Bunny by The Southern Couture
Spring Keychains by The DIY Dreamer
Cross Canvas by Vintage Gwen
DIY Ribbon Bunny Easter Wreath by Sweet Tea & Saving Grace
Floral Chalkboard Easter Prints by Dawn Nicole
Quilted Easter Decor by Nap-Time Creations
Crochet Egg Garland by 4 You With Love
Easter Bunny K-Cup Sleeves with Free Cut File by Pitter and Glink
Paper Easter Baskets by Crafting in the Rain
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Marilyn says
I love the rustic look of this bunny! Pinned
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I do too. It makes it different.
Beverly says
I love this! I saw that bunny at the Dollar Tree and almost bought it to do something with it, but I opted for the blue sparkly one instead. The twine looks great and the moss at the base just adds to the overall great look.
Bethany says
Thank you so much! Great minds think alike.
Jennifer says
You totally made that a much better bunny!! So great!
Bethany says
Thank you! It was cute before but looks so much more rustic now.
Camila says
Ooohhh I love this project. Love reusing things and looks so super cute!!!!
XOXO
pinning
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I was really happy with how it turned out.
Stephanie @ Casa Watkins says
This is so cute and only cost you a few dollars!! This is truly an example of looking at the shape of an item and seeing something great in it. Thanks for sharing.
Bethany says
I love that it still looks great but doesn’t have to cost a lot.
susan quackenbush says
What a neat idea. It turned out great.
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I love the after picture!
Cgrist ine says
finally a craft for the craft-challenged! I feel like I could do this one!!! Thanks for sharing.
Bethany says
Haha! You made me smile. I bet you are good at crafts!
Katriza Luna says
PINNED! I love this! I feel like if I tried this, it wouldn’t turn out nearly as good as yours haha. thanks for sharing!
Bethany says
I bet it would. Thanks for having so much faith in me though.
Jess Benoit says
I love what you did with the bunny!
Bethany says
Thank you so much!
Kirsten - Sweet Tea & Saving Grace says
What a cute little bunny! Great project ๐
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I am glad you liked it. I also loved your bunnies made from ribbon on that gorgeous burlap wreath. So cute!
KAT says
Cuuuuuuuuute! Pinned ๐
Bethany says
Thank you so much!!!
Corina Ramos says
You make this look so easy! Thank you for sharing and I’m pinning for sure!
Bethany says
Oh thank you! That’s so sweet of you!
Bethany says
I love this! I can’t believe that it started as a dollar store bunny. Too cute! Thanks for being a part of the blog hop. ๐
Bethany says
Thank you so much for having me! It was a blast to see what everyone else created too.
Ronda says
Love this idea, you are so creative!
Bethany says
Thank you so much!
Erlene says
Your twine bunny came out really nice. Would love if you came and shared this on the Spring Craft Blog Hop.
Bethany says
Thank you so much for the invite! I just linked up and love seeing other Spring projects.
Amanda says
Great craft ideas for spring! The bunny with the eggs looks so adorable! Thanks for sharing these ideas!!
Bethany says
Thank you! I love those speckled eggs too.
Beverly says
Stopping back by to say thank you for sharing this on the Spring Craft Blog Hop!
Bethany says
Thank you so much for letting me know. I love it!
Virginia Fynes says
Cute little bun bun!
Bethany says
Thank you!
T'onna @ USS Crafty says
Such a pretty bunny! I love the colorful ribbon!
Bethany says
Thank you! I think the ribbon is what makes it.
Amanda says
I think this is such a cute idea! Love the added moss at the bottom and of course the cotton for the tail is the perfect detail! Just wanted to let you know that I’ll be including this on My Favorite Things weekend roundup tomorrow. Have a great weekend!
Bethany says
Thank you so much! It’s all about the details and little things for sure. Thank you so much for featuring this craft. I really do appreciate it and hope your readers will too.
Tami says
The moss and twine rabbit is a cute decoration that I’d like to have in my house. No worries that it’d be broken by my little one. I think it’s simple enough even I could do it.
Bethany says
Maybe you could hang it where it wouldn’t get messed up or place it on a tall shelf where the little ones can’t reach it. You could totally do it.
Katie@Fun Home Things says
Bethany, your rabbit is adorable!! What a clever project. I’m so glad I found you on TT&J, love your blog:-)
Katie
Bethany says
Thank you so much Katie! You are so sweet. I just love how it turned out.
Tanya says
Adorable craft and decoration. You did a great job!
Bethany says
Thank you! I really appreciate it!
Jaclyn Anne says
I love the look of your twine bunny! It is so cute, I love it! Thank you for sharing ๐
Bethany says
I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks!
Heidi says
I love this idea, Bethany. You took something not so fantastic and turned it into something great! Love the upcycle.
Bethany says
Thank you! I just love a good upcycle project.
Dee says
What a cute idea!,I picked up that same bunny but didn’t have a great idea like you. Beautiful and creative!
Xoxo
Dee
http://Www.thecsiproject.com
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I got it originally without any idea of how to upcycle it. I am so glad I got it after all.
Danielle says
super cute! I love how you did the feet area with moss!
Bethany says
Thank you! I love the moss too. It really makes a difference.
Sarah J says
Popping over from Motivation Monday =) Super sweet craft! I like ones like this, easy and flat for storing! Be sure to share your recipes, crafts, upcycles & DIYs at Two Uses Tuesday (Mon 8pm EST to Fri 11pm EST) over at Sarah Celebrates if you don’t already!
Bethany says
Thank you and I’m so glad you liked it. I will head over there now.
Lou Lou Girls says
This looks incredible! Super cute. Pinned and tweeted. We are so thrilled to have you at our party. Please stop by tonight at 7, so we can see your amazing projects. Lou Lou Girls
Bethany says
Thank you so much for sharing and pinning.
Barb @ A Life in Balance says
Thank you for contributing to Motivation Monday!
Bethany says
You are so welcome! Thank you for having me!
CoCo says
This is SO cute! I can’t believe you bought this bunny at the dollar store, it’s like a total transformation. Love this and your easy to follow tutorial too. Hope you’re having an awesome week and thanks so much for linking this up to our Something to Talk About Link Party, Coco
Bethany says
Thank you! I know. You can’t even tell it was only a dollar. Have a wonderful weekend Coco.
Creative Mama Renee says
I love how you wrapped this bunny with twine! I’ve seen this same dollar store bunny in a few different projects, but I love how you used it as a template for a fabulous original project!
This will be featured in my Favorites post tomorrow, thanks for sharing at the Spring Craft Blog Hop! #SCBH2015
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I am so glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for featuring it too. I really do appreciate it.
Nikki Frank-Hamilton says
I love twine and moss, so I love yours best! LOL! I like that you thought out of the box, taking a ho hum bunny and turning him into a real decor piece. Happy Easter!
Bethany says
Thank you so much! I was very happy with the end results. And it only cost a few dollars to make which makes it even better.
Echo says
This is adorable and a great way to re-purpose something! Thank you for sharing it at the #SmallVictoriesSundayLinkup!
Bethany says
I love to re-purpose items and make them even better. It’s so much fun to see the new creation.