Easy Easter baskets + 9 last-minute ways to celebrate the holiday

Easter is around the corner and the kids are getting excited about the celebrations. Whether you are religious or not, it's almost impossible not to get caught up in the magic of the message of life and love. Here are some ideas to share the joy.

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A cute sack

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Personal Creations

It's not easy for the little ones to keep their Easter eggs in the basket while they hunt. Why not give them a more convenient bag? I love this one from Personal Creations, but it's also fun to make your own.

Bunny bottles

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Bubblzinthe

This idea from Bubblzinthed is not only cute, but involves upcycling, something very close to my heart.

A Sports basket

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Personal Creations

With the typical pastel colors is harder to do Easter baskets for boys, but I love this idea inspired by sports. You can get them on Personal Creations.

A bunny planter

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JoAnn Fabrics

I can see the little ones painting the terracota planter, while the older ones focus on the cut outs. Imagine their faces if you decorate your Easter table with their adorable creations.

Bunny rolls

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Thecentsiblelife.com

How cute are these bunnies? I can see them as part of a bunny town, or even in a garland!

Easy and fun dessert

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The Frugal Girls

Peeps and fruit! It can't get easier. The best part of this idea from The Frugal Girls is that if your kids are like mine they won't notice the difference betweet the sugary treats and the fruit bites. Win-win!

Bunnie puppets

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Homestoriesatoz.com

All you need to create this beautiful finger puppets are pipe cleaners and crafts eyes. This means dollar store finds and hours of fun.

Easter in a jar

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Pinterest

inexpensive and fun to make with your kids, for cousins, neighbors or best friends.

Easter house

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Yesterfood

Given how much kids love gingerbread houses, why not make together one for peeps and chicks? Take a look at the instructions for this one on Yesterfood.

Bunny game

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Hative

This looks like so much fun and I would even use the plastic easter eggs instead of balls. The directions to make this awesome game and more are at Hative.