5 minutes Easter treat baskets

Create memorable treat baskets with this fun and simple DIY Easter baskets tutorial! Discover a creative way to craft bunny treat baskets using paper coffee cups, to delight your loved ones this Easter.

These simple and easy DIY Easter baskets are a delightful way to spread love and celebrate the holiday, combining creativity with a touch of personalization. Whether crafting these handmade Easter baskets for kids or for the adults in your life, these creations bring smiles to everyone.

These Easter treat baskets are a unique and cherished way to celebrate the season. They bring together an array of colors, treats, and handmade creativity that makes them so special. What makes them truly extraordinary is the opportunity to tailor each basket to your loved ones’ preferences. Their versatility, charm, and easy assembly make them the perfect DIY project for Easter festivities.

How to make DIY Easter baskets for treats

Materials you’ll need

• Paper Coffee Cups – Choose cups with a colorful or patterned design to add an extra special touch to your baskets.
• Treats – From chocolates to candies, fill your little baskets with the goodies your recipients will enjoy most.
• Jute – This natural fiber adds a rustic and elegant touch to your basket designs.
• Colored Paper – For vibrant and fun decorations, like bunny ears, use various shades of paper to embellish the baskets.

Equipment

Having the proper tools at hand ensures a smooth crafting process. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Scissors – Essential for cutting paper, jute, and other materials to shape.
• Pencil – Helpful for marking measurements and creating templates.
• Stapler and Staples – For quickly and securely attaching decorative elements or structure to the baskets.

Substitutes

• Construction Paper or Cardboard – Use these instead of paper for the bunny ears, choose colors like white, pink, blue, or yellow for a fun and festive look.
• Glue Stick or Hot glue – Replace the stapler and the staples with any of these to attach the bunny ears and other decorations onto the cup.

Step-by-step instructions

1. Start by removing the top ring of the coffee cups using the scissors to cut it out.
2. Shape your basket by pushing the top inside on both sides of the cup and then open the cup back.
3. Draw bunny ears and cut them out with the scissors.
4. Staple the ears to the ring of the coffee cup.
5. Cut some jute and tie it into a bow between the bunny ears.
6. Staple the ring to the inside of the cup, stapling at the sides.
7. Fill the basket with treats of your choice.
8. Close the cup by pushing the top in as you shaped it before
9. Optional – Add decorative touches, such as paper flowers, miniature bunnies, or themed stickers, to make your basket truly stand out.

Tips

• Consider a color scheme that suits the recipient’s preferences or matches traditional Easter tones, such as pastels and bright whites.
• Incorporate small personal notes or greeting cards into the baskets. A heartfelt message can make the gesture even more meaningful for the recipient.
• If you’re making these baskets with children, encourage their creativity by letting them choose the decorations and treats. It’s a fun and engaging way to celebrate the holiday together.
• Use environmentally friendly materials whenever possible, such as biodegradable cups or recyclable paper, to create a sustainable Easter craft.

Craft Variations

• Rustic Basket – Wrap burlap fabric around the cups and use natural greenery as décor.
• Themed Treat Basket – Focus on a single type of treat, such as chocolates or baked goods, and choose décor to match.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can I make these baskets ahead of time?

Absolutely! Assemble the baskets a day or two before Easter, fill with treats and store them in a cool, dry place.

2. What other treats can I include besides candy?

Consider small baked goods, miniature toys, or small craft supplies for a unique touch.

3. Are these baskets suitable for adults?

Yes, customize the baskets with adult-friendly items like coffee, tea, or skincare treats. You can use larger paper cups for these items.

4. How can I make the baskets more sustainable?

Use recyclable materials, avoid plastic where possible, and include reusable items.

More Easter Crafts You’ll Enjoy

• Dinosaur glam eggs
• Printable bunny baskets
• Decorated wooden spoons for Easter
• DIY sock bunnies

Size and scaling

Each basket is designed to hold enough treats for one person, but you can easily scale up or down by increasing or reducing the size of the container. Consider the preferences of your recipient to make it extra special and memorable.

We hope you’re inspired to create these beautiful Easter treat baskets this season! Don’t forget to share your finished creations on your favorite social media platforms and tag us to spread the joy. For more DIY craft ideas, subscribe to our newsletter and never miss an update!

Note: this craft was written and published first at Red Ted Art as part of the Easter series Maggy is hosting on her lovely site. Feel free to check them all out, you’ll absolutely love them!

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DIY Easter baskets for treats

Learn how to make cute DIY Easter treat baskets using paper coffee cups with this simple Easter craft tutorial! Perfect for delighting your loved ones.

Prep Time2 minutes mins

Active Time3 minutes mins

Total Time5 minutes mins

Category: Craft

Region: American

Keyword: bunny treat baskets, ddiy Easter baskets, Easter treat baskets, handmade Easter baskets

Yields: 1 basket

Author: Petro Neagu

Materials

• paper coffee cups
• jute
• treats
• colored paper

Tools

• scissors
• Pencil
• Stapler
• staples

Instructions

• Start by removing the top ring of the coffee cups using the scissors to cut it out.
  
• Shape your basket by pushing the top inside on both sides of the cup and then open the cup back.
  
• Fill the basket with treats of your choice.
  
• Draw bunny ears and cut them out with the scissors.
  
• Staple the ears to the ring of the coffee cup.
  
• Cut some jute and tie it into a bow between the bunny ears.
  
• Staple the ring to the inside of the cup, stapling at the sides.
  
• Close the cup by pushing the top in as you shaped it before
  
• Optional - Add decorative touches, such as paper flowers, miniature bunnies, or themed stickers, to make your basket truly stand out.
  

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