These 25 DIY Easter decorations using paper and cardboard are perfect for kids, classrooms, and home decor enthusiasts. From garlands and centerpieces to pop-up cards and bunny stands, these crafts are budget-friendly, beginner-friendly, and Pinterest-worthy. Celebrate Easter creatively with fun, colorful, and save-worthy DIY decorations.
1️⃣ Paper Bunny Garland
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How to make: Cut bunny shapes from pastel cardstock, attach them to string with glue or tape, and hang across walls or mantels.
Tip: Use different pastel colors for a playful look.
2️⃣ Cardboard Easter Egg Stand
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Create an egg display using cardboard tubes or folded cardstock. Decorate with stickers, paint, or washi tape.
3️⃣ Paper Plate Bunny Faces
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Cut and decorate paper plates with ears and cotton ball tails. Great for kids’ tables or walls.
4️⃣ Cardstock Easter Egg Wall Art
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Cut eggs from colored cardstock and arrange on a wall or bulletin board for a colorful and festive display.
5️⃣ DIY Paper Easter Wreath
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Use a cardboard circle as a base, cover with paper eggs, bunnies, or flowers for a beautiful front door decoration.
6️⃣ Paper Cup Bunny Holders
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Decorate paper cups as bunnies using cardstock ears, drawn faces, and cotton tails. Perfect for candy or treats.
7️⃣ Cardboard Easter Bunny Standee
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Create a life-size bunny from cardboard for a festive photo prop or party centerpiece. Paint and decorate with pastels.
8️⃣ Paper Cone Easter Trees
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Make cone shapes from cardstock or cardboard, decorate with eggs, stickers, or ribbons. Perfect for table centerpieces.
9️⃣ DIY Paper Bunny Lanterns
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Cut bunny silhouettes from cardstock, wrap around LED tea lights to create soft glowing decorations.
10️⃣ Egg Carton Garland
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Paint egg carton cups as eggs or bunnies, attach to string for a recycled, festive garland.
11️⃣ Paper Flower Centerpiece
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Create flowers from colored paper and place in small cardboard vases. Use as table decor for Easter brunch.
12️⃣ DIY Egg Carton Flowers
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Cut egg carton cups into petals, paint them, and glue together to make flowers. Add a cardboard stem.
13️⃣ Paper Bunny Masks
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Cut bunny face shapes from cardstock, decorate, and attach elastic string. Fun for parties or playtime.
14️⃣ Cardboard Egg Box
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Turn cardboard boxes into decorative egg storage with paint, stickers, or washi tape.
15️⃣ Paper Bunny Cupcake Toppers
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Cut bunny shapes from paper and attach to toothpicks for cupcakes or desserts.
16️⃣ Cardboard Bunny Garland
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Similar to paper garlands but sturdier. Paint cardboard bunnies in pastels and string them together.
17️⃣ DIY Paper Egg Wreath
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Cut paper eggs and glue them around a cardboard ring to create a festive wreath.
18️⃣ Paper Bunny Pop-Up Cards
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Make greeting cards with bunnies that pop up when opened. Fun for gifting.
19️⃣ DIY Cardboard Chick
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Cut and paint cardboard into chick shapes. Add googly eyes and beaks.
20️⃣ Bunny Wall Hanging
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Glue bunnies to string or cardboard to make a hanging decoration. Perfect for bedrooms or classrooms.
21️⃣ DIY Paper Easter Basket
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Make small baskets from cardstock or paper. Add eggs or treats.
22️⃣ Easter Egg Mobiles
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Attach paper eggs to strings and hang from a hoop or stick. Create a colorful floating decoration.
23️⃣ Paper Bunny Stands
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Fold cardboard or paper into standing bunny figures for tables or shelves.
24️⃣ DIY Paper Egg Garland With Flowers
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Alternate paper eggs and flowers on a string for a bright, spring garland.
25️⃣ Easter Bunny Centerpiece
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Use cardboard or paper bunnies and eggs to create a simple, budget-friendly table centerpiece for Easter brunch or dinner.
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❓ FAQ – DIY Paper & Cardboard Easter Crafts
Q1. Are these crafts safe for kids?
Yes, most projects use paper, cardboard, and non-toxic materials. Supervision is recommended for scissors or glue.
Q2. Can these crafts be made with household items?
Absolutely. Cardboard from boxes, paper scraps, and recycled materials work perfectly.
Q3. Are these crafts budget-friendly?
Yes! Most materials are inexpensive or recycled.
Q4. How long do these decorations last?
Paper crafts last several weeks; careful storage can extend their life for yearly reuse.
Q5. Can these crafts be used for Pinterest content?
Yes, colorful, minimalist, and creative designs are highly save-worthy and shareable.
