44 Easter Basket Ideas to Get Your Home Holiday-Ready
Yes, there will be wicker.
When it comes to holiday decorations, Easter is one of our favorites to prep for. So when we set out on finding the best Easter basket ideas that were equal parts festive, stylish, and, of course, on-theme, we were hardly surprised to discover nearly 50 good options. The best part? You can make most of them yourself using not much more than the materials you probably already have. Otherwise, if you're in a time crunch, you can buy them pre-assembled. Luckily, we’ve included both.
Ahead, you’ll find more than 40 House Beautiful-approved baskets—some of which you may want to use well past April. Some, we’ll admit, may technically skew more kid-friendly than something the adults will be toting around, but that doesn’t mean you can’t snag one or two for your Easter soirée. For instance, one of our top picks works for little and adult guests alike. It’s a classic wicker basket wrapped in pastel-hued fabrics from LoveShackFancy. It doesn’t get more stylish than that. Here’s the thing, though: If you’re putting time and money into your pick, you may as well maximize its use, so we’re answering the Internet’s most common questions regarding all things Easter baskets.
What do you put in an Easter basket?
Traditionally, you would fill an Easter basket with candy that’s wrapped in pastel packaging. Otherwise, you’ve probably seen egg- or bunny-shaped chocolates at your local grocery store leading up to Easter.
What can I put in my Easter basket instead of candy?
If you want to keep Easter healthy, you can opt out of the candy program. In this case, we like to treat Easter baskets like Christmas stockings and fill them with small gifts and goodies. Think along the lines of a playful deck of cards, a nail polish set, miniature candles, and more.
So start gearing up for your festive fête with these adorable Easter basket ideas because spring is certainly in the air!
Little Faux Peep Baskets
Whether you fill this traditional woven basket with real marshmallow Peeps or stick to the fabric alternative, you and your guests wont be able to look away from what we consider the most charming Easter decor. All you need is a basket, faux grass, and your choice of chicks.
Felt Flowers
This is an Easter basket idea that's pretty easy to carry out, so if you're in a time crunch and need something on the quick, this is a good bet. Buy a few bolts of different colored felt and roll strips into flower-inspired shapes. Either tie or glue the blooms onto the side of the basket, et voila!
DIY expert Heidi Sonboul created this rustic basket for a mere $8. She scored a few faux carrots, a plastic Easter basket, some burlap fabric, and brown rope. Peep the full tutorial here.
Custom Name Tags
If you're planning on having more than a few children at your Easter gathering, plan on crafting a few of these easy-to-make name tags to fasten to everyone's Easter basket. That way, no one will accidentally grab someone else's by mistake.
Classic Basket
This is probably the easiest Easter basket idea on the list. All you need is a basket and some easy-on-the-eyes fabric. Tuck the fabric neatly inside the basket and fold the edges over the outer walls. That's all it takes!
Rainbow Basket
This one looks more complicated than it is, which ideal if you ask us. Buy a cheap basket with wide panels. Next, paint each one a different shade. Be sure to use acrylic paint so it doesn't end up peeling off!
Recycled Cups
Styrofoam may not be great for the environment, but if you have any old cups lying around and don't want to toss them just yet, turn them into a cute bunny-shaped basket small enough for even the littlest Easter guests can handle. Cut some white and pink craft foam into the shape of ears and feet then stick them onto the cup with glue. Next, make the face using a pen and googly eyes.
Rabbit Pens
Make your own Easter basket using popsicle sticks. Fill it with Cadbury mini eggs, and top it off with a stuffed bunny. If you have lots of time, you may want to make the furry friend yourself.
Froyo Fun
You know those enormous decorated paper cups used for frozen yogurt? If you have an extra set, fill them with candy, including a wrapped chocolate bunny, and wrap it in cellophane. These make for excellent goodie bags after the party.
Farm Animal-Friendly
Another super-easy Easter basket idea that takes only a few minutes? This one, which is filled with thin paper strips, rainbow-hued Easter eggs, and candy. Lastly, tie a few ribbons around the handle to give it that festive pop.
Upcycled Grocery Bags
Would you believe us if we told you this elegant Easter basket is made of used grocery bags? Watch Lia Griffith make them on her DIY blog then give it a try yourself! It's easier than you'd expect. Just make sure you have a pair of craft scissors on hand.
Minimalist Name Tags
Grab a few ready-to-go baskets and tie craft foam cut into animal shapes to the handle. All you need to do is write everyone's names down with permanent marker, and you're good to go.
Lazy Easter Baskets
Find pretty metal baskets and fill them with your favorite on-theme treats, including candy, decor, nail polish, and anything else you'd like to give out as a party favor.
All That Glitters Is Gold
Start with a basket (bonus points if you can find a gold-toned one). Otherwise, grab a regular basket and spray paint it. Fill it with gold-toned accessories, Easter eggs, and foil-wrapped chocolate bunny.
Flower Power
Another Oh Happy Day creation, this basket requires a bit more attention to detail than the first one. The first few steps are the same (filling it with paper strips, Easter eggs, and chocolate bunnies), but the next part involves attaching paper flowers to the basket's handle.
Color Story
Fill a bucket (even a children's trash can will work) with straw, oversize gold Easter eggs, and anything else that makes you smile. In Lovely Indeed's case, she opted for a duck-shaped chocolate candy and a succulent.
Mini Easter Baskets
If you have any Solo cups in your cupboard, wrap them in paper fringe garland (be sure to glue it down so it doesn't slide off). Next, fill it with mini Easter eggs or candy.
Rustic Touches
We love a rustic Easter basket, and this one is a perfect reason why. All you need is an old wire bin, paper mache eggs, and baby's breath (real or faux).
Mossy Mood
To create this whimsical Easter piece of decor, glue pieces of moss to an old basket and fill it with hand-painted eggs. Be sure the glue is fully dry before using it.
Pretty in Pink
This is one of the most elegant baskets on the list. Here's how to make it: Score a small basket and glue or sew faux peonies (or any other fluffy flower) to the outside.
Brittney Morgan is a noted land mermaid and a Virgo with a penchant for crafts, red lipstick, and buying way too many throw pillows. Her work has also been published at Apartment Therapy, NYLON, HuffPost, Hello Giggles, Elite Daily, and more.
Caroline is a writer and editor with almost a decade of experience. From 2015 to 2019, she held various editorial positions at Good Housekeeping, including as health editor, covering nutrition, fitness, wellness, and other lifestyle news. She's a graduate of the Medill School of Journalism and dreams of the day Northwestern will go back to the Rose Bowl.
Jessica Cherner is House Beautiful’s associate shopping editor and knows where to find the best high-low pieces for any room.
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