Create a Cosy Spring Sanctuary with Simple Easter Crafts
Spring is in the air, and Easter is just around the corner! At Mouse and Sparrow, we believe in celebrating mindfully through crafting. This is my favourite time of the year!
From decorating your home to making thoughtful handmade gifts or simply enjoying some peaceful creative time, these nine Easter-inspired projects are perfect for adding a personal touch to your celebrations.
Each project comes with easy-to-follow instructions, skill level guidance, and eco-friendly tips to help you craft with confidence and care. From beginner-friendly natural egg dyeing to charming crochet creations, there's something here for everyone looking to embrace the spirit of spring.
Are you ready to get started?
Yarn Crafts
1. Crocheted Bunny Ear Headbands 🐰
New to crochet? Start here: Your Crochet Guide: How to Start Crochet and Find Relaxation
Difficulty: Intermediate
Time: 2-3 hours
Perfect for: Festive wear, photo props, gifts for children
How to Make The Bunny Ears:
Start by crocheting two long oval shapes for the ears using white yarn.
Chain 15, then single crochet in each chain.
Work in oval rounds, increasing at the middle points for 3 rounds.
Work even for 2 rounds, then decrease for 3 rounds to create the pointed tip.
Switch to pink yarn and create a smaller oval to sew inside each ear as the inner part.
Follow the same pattern but make it about 2/3 the size of the outer ear.
Attach the ears securely to the headband using a yarn needle and matching thread.
Position ears about 3-4 inches apart for adults, closer for children.
Optionally, add small flowers or leaves to give the headband a spring touch.
A simple chain of 5, joined into a ring with single crochets around makes a perfect small flower.
Shop Materials:
Plain fabric-covered headband (recycled or upcycled options available)
Eco-Friendly Tip:
Choose GOTS-certified organic cotton yarn instead of acrylic for a biodegradable alternative that's better for the planet.
2. Hemp Yarn Egg Baskets 🧺
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Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
Time: 1-2 hours per basket
Perfect for: Decorations, egg hunts, gift packaging
How to Make The Egg Baskets:
Crochet a small, rounded basket base using simple single crochet stitches.
Start with a magic ring of 6 single crochets.
Increase evenly in each round until you reach desired base size (typically 3-4 rounds).
Continue building up the sides with rounds of single crochet.
Work even (without increases) for 4-5 rounds to create height.
For a scalloped edge, work 1 sc, 1 dc, 1 sc in each stitch of the final round.
Add a small handle for easy carrying.
Chain 15-20 (depending on desired handle size).
Attach to opposite sides of the basket with slip stitches.
Decorate with a few crochet flowers or leaves.
For a simple leaf: Chain 8, then work sc, hdc, dc, tr, dc, hdc, sc back down the chain.
Shop Materials:
Organic hemp yarn (natural or dyed with plant-based colorants)
Eco-Friendly Tip:
Hemp is one of the most sustainable fibers available, requiring very little water and no pesticides to grow.
More on the topic: Hemp Yarn vs. Cotton: Which One Is Better For the Planet?
3. Mindful Crochet Easter Eggs 🌼
Difficulty: Beginner
Time: 30-45 minutes per egg
Perfect for: Decorations, stress relief, meditation
How to Crochet Easter Eggs:
Start by making a magic ring and crocheting in the round to shape the egg.
Begin with 6 sc in magic ring.
Increase to 12 sc in round 2.
Increase to 18 sc in round 3.
Work even for 2-3 rounds.
Increase and decrease as needed to achieve an egg shape.
Begin decreasing gradually (dec every 6 sts, then every 5 sts, etc.)
Continue until opening is small enough to close easily.
Stuff lightly with wool or cotton batting and close the top with slip stitches.
Use a yarn needle to pull yarn through remaining stitches and pull tight.
Use calming colors to enhance the mindful aspect of the project.
Try mixing soft greens, lavenders, and gentle blues for a soothing palette.
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Mindfulness Technique:
As you work each stitch, focus on your breathing and the repetitive motion of your hands. Notice the texture of the yarn and the growing shape of your egg. This meditative crafting process can help reduce stress and bring you into the present moment.
Natural Dye Crafts
4. Natural Dyed Easter Eggs 🌸
Difficulty: Beginner
Time: 1 hour active time + overnight soaking
Perfect for: Decorations, family activities, sustainable traditions
How to Make Natural Dye For Your Easter Eggs:
Prepare your natural dyes by simmering the chosen ingredient with water and vinegar.
Yellow: Simmer 2 tablespoons turmeric + 1 cup water + 1 tablespoon vinegar
Blue: Simmer 1/4 head red cabbage + 1 cup water + 1 tablespoon vinegar
Pink/Red: Simmer 1-2 beets, chopped + 1 cup water + 1 tablespoon vinegar
Green: Simmer 2 cups spinach leaves + 1 cup water + 1 tablespoon vinegar
Orange: Simmer 2 tablespoons paprika + 1 cup water + 1 tablespoon vinegar
Strain out solids, then submerge the eggs and let them sit until the desired color is achieved.
For deeper colors, leave eggs in the refrigerator overnight.
For patterns, wrap eggs in rubber bands, leaves, or flowers before dyeing.
Let the eggs dry completely on a wire rack before displaying in a decorative bowl or basket.
Pat gently with a cloth to remove excess dye.
For shine, rub with a small amount of olive oil after drying.
Shop Materials:
Local, free-range white eggs
Organic produce for dyes (beets, cabbage, spinach, etc.)
White vinegar
Small saucepans (one for each color)
Fine mesh strainers
Mason jars for soaking
Care Instructions:
Naturally dyed eggs should be refrigerated if you plan to eat them. For display only, blow out the contents first (make a small hole at each end and blow out the insides) for eggs that will last the season.
5. Upcycled Fabric Bunting 🌿
Difficulty: Beginner
Time: 1 hour
Perfect for: Home decoration, zero-waste crafting, using fabric scraps
How to Make Your Spring Fabric Bunting:
Cut fabric scraps into triangular shapes.
Create a paper template (6" wide at top, 8" tall for standard size).
Pin template to fabric and cut with pinking shears for a no-fray edge.
Fold over the top edge of each triangle by 1/2 inch and press with an iron.
Sew each triangle onto a long piece of twine or ribbon, leaving a small gap between each flag.
Either machine stitch along the folded edge or hand stitch for a more rustic look.
Space triangles about 1-2 inches apart.
Hang your bunting as a festive and eco-friendly decoration.
Add small wooden beads between flags for extra visual interest.
Shop Materials:
Fabric scraps in spring colors and patterns
Hemp twine or ribbon (at least 2 yards depending on desired length)
Iron and ironing board
Eco-Friendly Tip:
This project is perfect for using up fabric scraps that would otherwise go to waste. Consider using outgrown children's clothing, worn-out linens, or sample swatches for a zero-waste approach.
Gift & Functional Crafts
6. Crochet Carrot Treat Bags 🥕
Difficulty: Intermediate
Time: 1-2 hours
Perfect for: Gift packaging, party favors, egg hunt alternatives
How to Make Your Spring Fabric Bunting:
Crochet a small, cone-shaped carrot body using orange yarn.
Start with a magic ring of 6 sc.
Increase for 3 rounds to reach desired width.
Work even for 5-6 rounds to create depth.
Begin tapering by decreasing every 4 stitches, then every 3, then every 2.
Add a green top with leaves for a realistic look.
Join green yarn at the top opening.
Chain 12, then work [3 dc, 3 tr, 3 dc, sl st] back down the chain.
Repeat for 4-5 leaves around the opening.
Add a simple drawstring by weaving yarn or ribbon through the top stitches.
Fill with small treats or trinkets before gifting.
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Gift Idea:
Fill with homemade treats, seed packets, or small wooden toys for a sustainable Easter gift that reduces plastic waste.
7. Easter Egg Hunt Bags 🎒
Difficulty: Beginner to Intermediate
Time: 2-3 hours
Perfect for: Egg hunts, gift bags, children's activities
How to Customize Your Easter Hunt Bag:
Crochet a simple drawstring bag with a rectangular base.
Chain 21 for the base.
Work in rows until you have a rectangle about 7" wide by 5" high.
Join short ends to form a tube, then work in rounds for desired height.
Create a drawstring channel at the top.
Work 1-2 rounds of yo, skip 1 st, sc in next st to create spaces.
Alternatively, use single crochet with larger hook for top rounds.
Add a soft handle for easy carrying during the hunt.
Chain 25-30, then slip stitch to attach to sides of bag.
For a sturdier handle, work single crochet back along the chain.
Decorate with simple appliqués like eggs or bunnies.
For an egg: work 6 sc in magic ring, increase to 12, then 18, work even for 1 round, then decrease to shape the bottom of egg.
For a bunny: create an oval for the body and smaller ovals for head and ears, then stitch together.
Shop Materials:
Ribbon or cord for drawstring
Button or wooden bead for closure (optional)
Personalization Tip:
Embroider the child's name on the bag for a special touch that also helps prevent mix-ups during group egg hunts.
8. Spring Flower Crochet Coasters 🌷
Difficulty: Beginner
Time: 30 minutes per coaster
Perfect for: Home decor, practical gifts, stash-busting projects
How to Make A Crochet Spring Coaster
Crochet a flower motif, starting with a magic ring and working petals around it.
Start with 5 sc in a magic ring.
Round 1: ch 3, dc 2 in same stitch, skip 1, sc in next stitch, ch 3, dc 2 in same stitch, skip 1 repeat around.
Round 2: work (sc, hdc, 3 dc, hdc, sc) in each ch-3 space to form petals.
Round 3: working behind petals, sc in skipped stitches from round 1, then ch 5-6 between each sc.
Round 4: sc, hdc, 5 dc, hdc, sc in each ch space to form outer petals.
Make each coaster a different color for a playful look.
Try ombré effects by changing yarn color every round.
Create complementary sets with coordinating colors.
Block the coasters to give them a neat finish.
Pin to shape on a foam board.
Spray with water and let dry completely.
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Care Instructions:
These coasters can be hand washed in cool water and laid flat to dry. For extra protection against stains, you can spray them with a natural fabric protector.
More on the topic: How to Choose the Perfect Yarn for Crochet Coasters
9. Crochet Spring Mandala 🌼
Difficulty: Intermediate
Time: 3-4 hours
Perfect for: Wall art, meditation focus, table centrepiece
How to Crochet A Spring Mandala:
Create a circular mandala pattern, starting from the center and working outward.
Begin with a magic ring of 12 dc.
Round 2: dc, ch 1 in each stitch around.
Round 3: 2 dc in each dc, ch 1 around.
Continue building pattern outward, incorporating different stitches (tr, hdc, clusters).
Add textural elements like popcorn stitches or picots in later rounds.
Use bright, cheerful colors to symbolize renewal and growth.
Consider a color gradient moving from center outward.
Try alternating colors each round for a rainbow effect.
Add a round of scallops or picots for a decorative edge.
Block thoroughly to ensure the mandala lies flat.
Hang it as a mindful reminder of spring's beauty.
Attach to a wooden embroidery hoop for framing.
Add small loops at the back for hanging.
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Mindfulness Practice:
As you work each round of the mandala, focus on setting an intention for spring. The circular nature of the project represents the cycle of seasons and renewal. Display your finished mandala as a reminder to embrace change and growth.
FAQs
Q: I'm new to crochet. Which project should I start with?
A: The Spring Flower Coasters or Natural Dyed Eggs are perfect for beginners. The Mindful Crochet Easter Eggs are also beginner-friendly and offer a meditative crafting experience.
Q: How can I make these crafts with kids?
A: Natural egg dyeing is wonderful for children (with supervision for the hot water). For younger crafters, the Upcycled Fabric Bunting can be adapted by using fabric glue instead of sewing. Children can also help stuff the crochet eggs or decorate the fabric bunting.
Q: How long do naturally dyed eggs last?
A: If refrigerated, naturally dyed hard-boiled eggs last about one week. For decorative purposes only, you can blow out the eggs first (making a small hole at each end and blowing out the contents) – these will last throughout the season.
Q: What if I don't have organic materials?
A: While organic materials are preferred for environmental reasons, use what you have available. The mindful approach is about being present during the crafting process and creating with intention, regardless of materials.
Happy crafting! These projects are not just beautiful—they're also a wonderful way to slow down and embrace the mindful joy of making something with your hands. We'd love to see your creations! Tag @mouseandsparrow and use #MindfulEasterCrafts to share your projects with our community.
Need more inspiration? Check out our [Mindful Spring Living] guide for additional ways to bring intentionality to your seasonal celebrations.
More on the topic: Sustainable Crochet: Natural vs. Synthetic Yarns
Crafting with Intention: Your Easter Journey Begins
The beauty of mindful Easter crafting isn't just in the finished objects—though those crocheted bunnies and naturally-dyed eggs will certainly bring joy to your home. The real magic happens in those quiet moments when your hands are busy and your mind finds peace in the rhythm of creation.
Some days your bunny headband turns out picture-perfect, and other days your first attempt at a hemp basket might resemble a mysterious sea creature (we've all been there!). No matter the outcome, you've already succeeded by taking the first step.
The most sustainable craft of all is the one that brings you joy in the making.
So gather your yarn, prepare your natural dyes, and set aside some time just for you. Your Easter crafting journey isn't about racing to the finish line—it's about enjoying each moment of creation and connecting with the timeless tradition of making things by hand.
Tag @mouseandsparrow in your creations using #MindfulEasterCrafts—we can't wait to see how your journey unfolds.
After all, we're not just making crafts; we're creating memories, practicing presence, and celebrating spring's eternal promise of new beginnings.
Happy crafting!
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