You Can Make These Adorable Easter Bouquets in Five Minutes Flat
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Spring is here, and with the sunshine and warm weather comes one of our favorite holidays: Easter. This pastel-clad celebration doesn't necessarily require as much planning as Christmas or Hanukkah in the gifting department—unless you take your Easter baskets to the next level—but there are still plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself and your family in the fun, from an annual Easter egg hunt to the family-filled Sunday brunch. And you can't truly capture the holiday essence without putting up at least a few Easter decorations in your home and yard.
Finding Easter decorations that suit your style isn't the easiest task, though. A lot of them look childish or tacky, and collecting a supply of pieces you actually love takes years. That's why we've come up with a roundup of stylish, non-cheesy Easter decoration ideas, many of which you can make yourself or with friends or family. We didn't leave off the bright, cheerful decorations your kids will love—just scroll down to check out the fun Easter egg piñatas. But we did focus on options for a refined palette, like neutral-toned felt egg ornaments and elegant centerpieces.
Whether you want to eat your decorations or reuse them for years to come, you'll find plenty of DIY Easter decorating ideas below. And don't worry if you're not a crafty person: We've included some Easter decorations you can buy. Just hop to it before it's too late.
Easter Charcuterie
What's better than an Easter decoration you can eat? We can't think of anything. While you're prepping for brunch, set out an Easter candy grazing board for your guests to enjoy. It'll make a fun, colorful centerpiece and cut back on cleaning time for you.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Charm.
Felt Embroidered Egg Decorations
If bright colors aren't really your thing, lean toward traditional pastel decorations for Easter. Rather than plastic and pinks, purples, or yellows, display neutral felt Easter egg ornaments in your home. They make a cute Easter tree when you hang them from faux or real spring branches.
Felt Embroidered Egg Decorations
$16.00
DIY Yarn Eggs
For another decoration that doubles as a treat, craft some yarn surprise eggs to hide around the house in bowls and on shelves. You can put treats inside for your little ones or just have them remain hollow. Use any color of yarn that fits your aesthetic and make as many as you want—they're super easy to tackle.
Get the tutorial at Sugar & Charm.
Handcrafted Terracotta Bunny Sculptures
How cute are these terra-cotta bunnies? Available in six different sizes and poses, they're adorable accents that still look stylish. You can have fun giving them names with your kids.
Handcrafted Terracotta Bunny Sculptures
potterybarn.com
$39.50
Deceptive Carrots
Bunnies may be the most popular Easter motif, but carrots come in a close second. That said, raw carrots don't make the best decorations—or appetizers. Instead, whip up a batch of carrot-shaped crescent rolls filled with cream cheese, chives, parsley, and other herbs. They're decorative and delicious.
Get the recipe from Pillsbury.
Carrot Bouquets
While we're on the subject of carrots, how charming are these mini bouquets arranged in the shape of our favorite orange veggie? Not only do they look pretty and smell even better, but they're really easy to put together. All you need is orange wrapping paper and your favorite flora. Here, creator Camille Styles opted for greenery, but feel free to swap in seasonal flowers.
Balloon Wall Art
Okay, you're going to want a pump to put together this balloon arch—don't try to blow them all up yourself. The results are certainly worth the effort, though. This pastel installation makes the perfect backdrop for an Easter brunch table or dessert spread.
Edible Arrangements
For Easter centerpiece inspiration, look no further than the candy aisle. Simply fill glass-covered dishes with miniature Cadbury eggs. The finishing touch? Fresh sprigs of lavender.
Easter Basket Centerpiece
If you already have a display-worthy basket, try this low-effort Easter centerpiece: Just fill it with fresh tulips, and tie a bow around the handle. You can stand the stems up in smaller container with a damp block of floral foam in the bottom; keep it wet to hydrate the tulips. (You can also use a floral frog and add water.) This arrangement is bucolic in all the right ways.
Hunny Bunny Wreath
If you're keeping your Easter decorations to a minimum this year, let this spring wreath be one of them. It arrives fully assembled and ready to hang on your front door.
Hunny Bunny Wreath
williams-sonoma.com
$69.95
Bird's Nest Place Settings
Bird's nests make on theme yet less expected Easter decorations. This one, which uses fresh, delicious-smelling rosemary, is one of our favorites. Just make sure you have a miniature terracotta planter (paint it gray if you'd like!), soil, an egg, and, of course, rosemary.
Easter Egg Candles
If you're an expert crafter, feel free to make these charming eggshell candles yourself. Otherwise, go ahead and buy them on Etsy. They make a beautiful centerpiece that works on more than one occasion.
Chairs With a Tail
Whether your Easter gathering will take place indoors or out, you can make these quick bunny chair backs in just a few minutes. Just fasten a fluffy "tail" to a burlap ribbon and tie it around your chairs.
Cinnamon Bunny
There's no rule stating your Easter decorations can't be edible. So if you have a sweet tooth and want to create a cute treat for you and your family, consider whipping up a batch of these cinnamon rolls in the shape of the Easter bunny.
Peep the recipe at So Dressed Up Life + Style!
Peep House
It's not Easter without marshmallow Peeps. If you agree, build this little house complete with a candy roof, a sprinkle lawn, and icing glue. It's the spring version of a gingerbread house, and just as fun to decorate (and eat!).
Découpage Eggs
If you're a fan of cottagecore, you'll love these floral découpage Easter eggs. Here's what you need: hollowed-out eggshells, patterned tissue or crepe paper, and découpage glue.
Learn how to make them at Hip2Save.
Bunny Lantern
This sweet scene is way easier to make than it looks. The only thing you really need is the sisal bunny. Otherwise, pop the light bulb or candle out of a tabletop lantern, add a bundle of grass, and place your bunny inside.
Painted Faux Eggs
Because these Easter eggs are piled on top of each other, we wouldn't recommend using real ones. Instead, opt for a wooden set. Paint them mint green and sky blue, and then speckle them with dark brown. Lastly, pop in a few faux spring branches, like quince, pussy willow, or cherry.
Floral Table Runner
Your Easter brunch tablescape isn't complete without a centerpiece or floral arrangement. If you want to go all out, head to your nearest florist and pick out a bunch of your favorite pastel stems, then arrange them in small, low vessels to make a floral table runner like this one. Otherwise, order faux alternatives. No one will know the difference!
Colorful Tulip Wreath
There's no better way to make a cheerful first impression than by hanging more than 240 tulips on your front door. These faux buds won't fade, fall, or wilt. That's the beauty of artificial florals.
Colorful Tulip Wreath
amazon.com
$69.13
Ribbons With a Message
One of our favorite low-effort, high-reward Easter decorating ideas is this super-easy place setting. All you need is a patterned napkin and a ribbon printed with a sweet message. "Happy Easter" will certainly do. Fold the napkin in half, pinch then edges together, and tie it with the ribbon. Done!
Tulips in a Galvanized Tub
Instead of the usual glass vase, go big by planting tulips or hyacinths in a large galvanized tub. Just be sure to give them enough time to bloom by Easter.
Elevated Outdoor Picnic
If you're having people over for Easter, why not take the party outside? A few minutes before your guests show up, spread a picnic blanket across a patch of lawn and decorate it with a few throw pillows.
Metallic Eggshells
Snowdrops are often the first sign of spring, and they look especially cheery when you display them in gold-painted eggshells.
Overflowing Vases
Sometimes we're into a perfectly tidy floral arrangement. For Easter, however, we're going big with an overflowing vase of pink, green, and white blossoms that recall wild English gardens. The best part? It takes about five minutes to throw together.
Bunny Dessert Stand
We may be biased, but it's our personal opinion that this arrangement of green and white macaroons (homemade or store-bought) on a bunny-shaped cake stand is the sweetest Easter decorating idea.
Elevated Candlelight
For an elevated Easter brunch or dinner party, line the center of the table with slender pastel taper candles. They'll look festive, and their soft light will set the mood.
Egg Crate Tea Lights
Most of our DIY Easter decorating ideas are pretty easy to master, but this one is for experts because it takes a steady and gentle hand to expertly crack and hollow out the eggs. Display your delicate beauties in a ceramic egg crate, and let them serve as a gentle source of light.
Tulips and Throws
If you have an outdoor dining area, you'll love this easy Easter decorating idea. Drape the table in a light-colored tablecloth, and top it with a few accessories like white tulips, buckets filled with Easter eggs, and anything else that comes to mind. Next, swap out your chairs for fuzzy throw pillows.
Ceramic Eggs
Snag a set of ceramic mini eggs, paint them pale blue, and speckle them with brown paint. Trust us, your guests will think they're real robin's eggs. Our suggestion? Arrange them in a straw-filled box and use it as a centerpiece.
Chocolate-Filled Wreath
A wreath with colorful dried flowers is the perfect thing for Easter. This one looks like a beautiful bird's nest. It's better, though, because those robin's eggs are actually made of chocolate.
Flower Power Desserts
For all of the bakers out there, top off your desserts with fresh, edible flowers. Otherwise, create them yourself using icing.
Carrot Floral Arrangement
This is the kind of centerpiece that only works on Easter. It's perfectly on theme but not at all cheesy, which earns it a spot on our list. All you need is a hurricane candle holder, fresh carrots (with leafy stems attached), and simple flowers.
Stone Egg Cups
Give your Easter tablescape a rustic feel with these stone-painted votives filled with fresh eggs or faux Easter eggs.
Baby's Breath Bouquet
Another rustic option? A wire basket filled with pastel-colored Easter eggs and baby's breath. Put it right by the front door to give your home a festive feel.
Tulip Place Setting
You need only three things to create this simple, elegant place setting: a white tulip, a blue napkin, and a ribbon that ties both colors together.
Neutral Easter Egg Wreath
Make your own custom wreath with just an egg garland and a grapevine frame. Pick a garland in soft, neutral colors if you're not into the pastel part of the holiday. Intertwine the two, and let the whole neighborhood enjoy your charming Easter decor.
Pail of Tulips
You can't go wrong with a few bushels of tulips (any colors will work, but we're loving these shades of pink and orange) arranged in a rustic tin pail. Sit it on your porch or in an entryway for a bright and friendly greeting.
Napkin Nest
Faux ferns make for the most adorable napkin rings. Word to the wise: These take some time to craft, so don't save them for the last minute.
Get the tutorial at Uncommon Designs.
Pastel Feather Tree
Easter decor doesn't have to involve eggs. Enter this pastel vase filled with DIY blooms made of sturdy cardstock. Make sure to get a few different colors so that they don't blend together in the vase.
Get the tutorial at The House That Lars Built.
Ombré Easter Egg Garland
When cut into narrow ovals, paint swatches kind of resemble brightly striped Easter eggs, no? Pick up a few from your local hardware store and string them together for a low-lift craft.
Pitchers of Flowers
Generally, going matchy-matchy isn't our design M.O., but we'll make an exception when it comes to charming Easter decor arranged on an antique serving tray. If you're going this route, opt for a set in a punchy color rather than something simple.
Black-and-White Easter Egg Display
Easter may be all about pastels, but there's something to be said about keeping things black and white. Simply paint a few eggs black, the others white, and put them all in a wide vase. If you want to go the extra mile, add a few speckled miniature eggs and matching feathers.
Easter Egg Place Cards
If you're short on time, buy a set of speckled faux eggs, loop a piece of decorative tape around it, and write your guests's names on each one. Get the job done fast with a set of calligraphy pens.
Golden Bunny and Chick Ornaments
Easter-themed ornaments make for the perfect accessory if you need to fill some empty space on your table. If you're looking for the perfect set, call off the search. These modern bunnies and chicks are perfection.
Easter Egg Piñatas
Another project that will take more than a few minutes, these piñatas are so pretty, you may be a little sad when the kids smash them to bits.
Check out the tutorial at A Subtle Revelry.
Black-and-White Egg Crate
We've said it before and we'll say it again: Black and white is a color combination that never goes out of style. So if you want to take a break from pastels, opt for a black-painted ceramic egg crate filled with regular eggs, add some spring branches (like these pussy willows), and call it a day.
Bird's Nest Cake Stand Topper
If you have a cake stand, you're already halfway done with this pretty Easter decoration. Otherwise, shop our favorite find below. Next, make your own bird's nest using dried grasses and top it with Easter eggs or your favorite dessert. We think your guests might prefer the latter.
Miniature Greetings
These miniature handwoven baskets might be the cutest Easter decoration we've ever seen. Fill them with jelly beans, fasten a name card onto each one, and set them on plates so your guests know where to sit.
Lace Doily Table Runner
Make your own heirloom table runner with a few lace doilies. Stitch them together and lay them across the length of your table to create an elegant and sophisticated tablescape that looks vintage in all the right ways.
Eggshell Placecards
Fill the opening of a cracked egg with a few blades of fresh grass and a tiny flag donning your guests's names, then gently place the whole thing in a twine nest. You'll get extra points if you manage to incorporate a tiny bunny.
Spring Egg Display
If you don't feel like spending a ton of time on your DIY Easter decorations, this is one you'll appreciate because it takes about 15 minutes. First, twist a thick wire into a coil shape. (Don't want to do this? Use egg cups or small bowls instead.) Next, paint six real or wooden Easter eggs in your favorite spring-centric shade. Finally, spell out "Spring" with a letter on each one, and display them on a table, mantel, or shelf. Get it? Spring has sprung.
Potted Faux Easter Lily
You don't have to be an origami expert to master these stylish faux lilies. Just follow the tutorial on The House that Lars Built.
Floral Easter Basket
Gather your eggs in style during this year's hunt. Blogger Brittni Mehlhoff wrapped a plain wicker basket with real lamb's-ears leaves before adding fresh ranunculus, Mayra garden roses, double bloom tulips, and sweet peas with a hot-glue gun. Trust us, it's not nearly as complicated as it sounds.
Cracked Eggshell Vase
A cracked "egg" can hold a bunch of blooms or a pot of grass for a decoration as fresh as the fields outside. If you want to keep your Easter decorations neutral, this is a great idea.
Bunny Twist Folded Napkins
Would you believe us if we told you that this adorable napkin decoration requires only one element? That's right, all you need is a napkin—and these simple folding instructions.
Get the tutorial at Driven by Decor.
Golden Bunny Planters
Succulents work for all seasons, spring included. These spray-painted planters can hold an assortment for extra color.
Pink and Red Faux Tulip Wreath
Faux flowers can look surprisingly fresh, especially when they're hanging on your door in wreath form from a chic black-and-white ribbon. All you need is a foam loop, faux tulips, and, of course, some ribbon.
Crepe Paper Flowers
Paper tulips are even better than the real thing because they're just as beautiful and they won't wilt after only a few days. These are made of super-delicate crepe paper, which gives them the elegant, ethereal look of the real thing.
Paper Daffodil Wreath
If you look closely, you'll notice that the pistil (the middle part) of these flowers is a painted cotton swab. The beauty is all in the details, right? We certainly think so. Just cut petals out of white and yellow construction paper, glue them together, and finish it off with a yellow-painted cotton swab.
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