Fun And Easy Bunny Crafts For Kids: Egg Carton Easter Bunny

As a mom and die-hard holiday fan, I’m always looking for fun and affordable Easter crafts for kids. This year, we’ve fallen in love with making adorable egg carton Easter bunnies – they’re super cute, incredibly easy, and use materials you probably already have around the house!

Cute and colorful Easter bunny crafts made from egg cartons, featuring felt ears, googly eyes, and decorative outfits on patterned backgrounds — a perfect DIY Easter craft for kids.

These charming little bunnies have become one of our favourite Easter decorations, so they are proudly displayed throughout our home. Another favourite personalized craft is these Bunny Easter Photo Ornaments. The best part? Both of these craft projects are perfect for all ages from preschoolers up to teens, making them an ideal family activity for Easter.

Why Egg Carton Bunnies Are Perfect Easter Crafts for Kids

Before we dive into the tutorial, let me share why these egg carton Easter bunnies have become our go-to craft:

They’re eco-friendly, repurposing materials you’d otherwise throw away
They’re budget-friendly, requiring minimal supplies
They’re adaptable to different age groups and skill levels
They make adorable keepsakes or gifts for grandparents
They help develop fine motor skills and creativity

Looking for more Easter inspiration? Check out my wooden Hope Easter wreath sign for another beautiful addition to your spring decor!

Watch a Quick Video Tutorial How To Make Egg Carton Bunnies

Materials Needed for Your Egg Carton Easter Bunny

Here’s everything you’ll need to create these adorable bunnies:

Cardboard egg cartons
Scissors
Felt in pink, red, blue, and other colors of your choice
Googly eyes
Pink pom-poms (for noses)
Black pen
Pink crayon
Hot glue gun (adult supervision required)
Cardstock or patterned paper for backgrounds
Scrap cardboard, cereal or snack boxes work well
Ribbon or string (if making ornaments)
Optional: glitter, sequins, or small decorative items
Optional: Craft paint in various colors, paintbrush

If you enjoy animal-themed Easter crafts, you might also love my Wooden Spoon Easter Bunny tutorial – another easy project that kids adore!

Cute Easter bunny cards crafted from egg cartons, felt, and patterned paper, decorated with googly eyes and playful details — a fun Easter craft for kids.

Step-by-Step Instructions: Creating Your Egg Carton Easter Bunny

Prepare Your Egg Cartons

Start by preparing your egg cartons. Cut out individual cups from the carton – each cup will form the base of one bunny face. Smooth out any rough edges with scissors. If your egg cartons are particularly sturdy, ask an adult for help with this step. For younger children, I recommend pre-cutting the egg carton sections before starting the craft session to make the process easier and safer.

Tip: Not all egg cartons are the same! If yours has a raised circle on the flat bottom, press your finger inside the cup to help flatten the bump for a smoother bunny face.

Create Bunny Ears

Use the lid of the egg carton to cut out bunny ear shapes. Have your children draw smaller pink ovals inside the ears using a pink crayon.

For a more detailed and textured look, cut slightly smaller pink felt pieces and glue them inside the ear shapes. This adds dimension and makes the bunnies look even more charming.

Assemble The Bunny Face

Now it’s time to bring your bunnies to life! Follow these steps:

Attach the Eyes: Glue googly eyes to the front of the egg cup
Add the Nose: Attach a small pink pom-pom for the nose or simply use pink paint for a similar effect.
Create Whiskers: Draw whiskers with a black pen or marker. For a more advanced look, glue on thin pipe cleaners or yarn whiskers for added texture.

A close-up shot shows a person's hands drawing a face onto a painted egg carton cup with a black marker. Two felt bunny ears with pink centers are visible above the cup, along with two googly eyes and a small pink pom-pom on a white marble surface.

Create Decorative Backgrounds

To display your egg carton bunnies, create fun and festive backgrounds using patterned paper, cardstock, wrapping paper, or even hand-coloured Easter designs. Cut the background material into various shapes like rectangles, ovals, or seasonal cutouts.

For sturdiness, glue your background paper to a piece of recycled cardboard. This will prevent the display from bending or curling.

We love using polka dots, pastel colors, or striped patterns that complement the Easter theme. For added charm, consider decorating the edges with markers, washi tape, or ribbon.

Mount Your Bunnies

Once your background is ready, it’s time to attach your bunny creations:

Attach the Bunny Ears: Glue the bunny ears to the cardstock background. For added dimension, slightly bend the ears forward before gluing them down so they stand out from the page.
Glue the Bunny Face: Apply hot glue to the raw edge of the egg cup and position it just over the edge of the ears for a seamless look. Be sure an adult handles the hot glue gun for safety.

A person's hand is shown holding a small, upside-down egg carton cup with glue applied to its rim, positioned above a red glue gun. In the background, a floral patterned card with a felt bunny ear attached is visible. The scene is set against a white marble surface.

Add Clothes and Embellishments

Give your bunnies some personality by adding clothing and accessories:

Cut a shirt shape from felt, or patterned paper, or simply color it in with crayons.
Add fun details like bowties, crowns, buttons, or other decorative accents to give each bunny its unique style.

A child's hands are shown attaching a red construction paper "shirt" to a handmade Easter bunny craft on a floral patterned card. The bunny's head is made from a painted egg carton cup with googly eyes, felt ears, and a drawn-on face. The card background has small pink, blue, and yellow flowers. The craft is on a white marble surface.

Creative Variations for Your Egg Carton Easter Bunny

Four handmade Easter bunny crafts made from egg cartons, displayed on colorful patterned backgrounds. Each bunny features felt ears with pink inner details, googly eyes, pom-pom noses, and playful outfits with accessories like bows and buttons.

Want to take this Easter craft to the next level? Here are some fun variations to try:

Easter Tree Decorations

For a hanging version, punch a small hole at the top of the background and thread ribbon or string through to create an ornament that can dangle from doorknobs, windows, or even your Easter tree!

Easter Bunny Family

Create a whole family of bunnies in different sizes! You can use the larger egg cartons for parent bunnies and smaller quail sizes for kid or baby bunnies. Dress them in coordinating “outfits” made from fabric scraps or felt for an adorable bunny family display. Give each bunny the characteristics of your own family, like glasses, yarn hair, or favorite accessories.

Story Character Bunnies

Encourage your children to create bunnies inspired by their favorite storybooks. Perhaps a Peter Rabbit with a blue jacket, or a bunny character from their imagination. This adds a literacy component to your Easter crafts for kids!

Seasonal Bunny Collection

Don’t limit yourself to just Easter! These egg carton bunnies can be adapted for any season or holiday. Create Halloween bunnies with tiny witch hats, winter bunnies with scarves, or summer bunnies with sunglasses. This craft can evolve throughout the year!

For more seasonal crafting inspiration, check out how to customize your dollar store birdhouse kit – another wonderful project to enjoy with children.

Educational Benefits of Easter Crafts for Kids

While making these adorable egg carton Easter bunnies, your children are developing important skills:

Fine motor skills through cutting, painting, and gluing
Color recognition as they select and apply different paints and materials
Following sequential instructions through the step-by-step process
Creative problem-solving when adapting or personalizing their bunnies
Recycling awareness by repurposing egg cartons and cardboard

Display Ideas for Your Egg Carton Easter Bunnies

Now that you’ve created these adorable bunnies, here are some creative ways to display them:

Create a “Bunny Wall” by mounting several on a bulletin board or using painter’s tape on the back to apply to a wall space
Line them up on a mantel or shelf for a festive Easter display
Attach them to wooden craft sticks and create a bunny garden in a planter
Use them as placecard holders for your Easter brunch table decorations
Add a name to the top and attach them to Easter baskets as personalized decorations
String multiple bunnies together to create a bunny garland

More Egg Carton Craft Ideas

Looking for more Easter craft ideas? Try these fun and creative egg carton crafts that are perfect for spring! With a little imagination and some acrylic paints, you can transform simple materials into adorable designs.

Create charming egg carton mushrooms with this delightful tutorial from the Art Bar Blog.
These colorful Easter egg crafts from The Idea Room are a fun project for kids and adults alike.
Try your hand at these cute egg carton ladybugs from One Little Project — perfect for adding a touch of spring to your décor.
Brighten up your space with this cheerful sunflower egg carton craft from Buggy and Buddy.
Add a floral touch to your home with this vibrant egg carton flower wreath from Kitchen Counter Chronicle.
For a fresh take on wreath-making, check out this beautiful DIY flower wreath from Making Things is Awesome.

These simple Easter crafts are a great way to repurpose materials while adding festive flair to your home!

FAQs About Easter Crafts for Kids

How to make Easter magical for kids?

Creating a magical Easter experience for kids involves more than just baskets and egg hunts! Try establishing special traditions like bunny footprints made with flour or chalk leading to their Easter baskets, writing personalized notes “from the Easter Bunny,” planting magic jelly beans the night before that “grow” into lollipops by morning, or creating an Easter scavenger hunt with clues. Involving children in decorating and crafting, like making these egg carton bunnies, also adds to the anticipation and magic of the holiday.

What do most kids get for Easter?

While chocolate bunnies and colorful eggs remain Easter staples, many parents are incorporating a balance of treats and non-candy items in Easter baskets. Popular Easter gifts include small toys, books, art supplies, sidewalk chalk, bubbles, and spring clothing items like sunglasses or flip-flops. Personalized items with children’s names or custom Easter-themed crafts also make memorable gifts. Many families follow the “something to wear, something to read, something they want, something they need” approach to create meaningful Easter baskets.

What can kids make for Easter?

Kids can create numerous Easter-themed crafts beyond our egg carton bunnies! Popular options include decorated Easter eggs (using dye, paint, stickers, or washi tape), paper plate Easter baskets, cotton ball bunnies, handprint chicks, egg carton flower bouquets, Easter cards for family members, salt dough ornaments, and Easter-themed slime. For older children, string art in Easter shapes, cross-stitch projects, and more complex paper crafts like origami bunnies can provide a satisfying creative challenge while building fine motor skills.

Can we make this bunny craft for a classroom party?

Absolutely! Pre-cut the egg carton sections and prepare basic supply kits for each child to streamline the process. This craft works well for classroom settings because it’s affordable and doesn’t create excessive mess, but you will a flat surface and extra time to allow school-style glue to dry.

Adorable egg carton Easter bunny crafts decorated with felt ears, googly eyes, and festive outfits on cheerful patterned backgrounds — a fun and easy Easter craft for kids.

Ready to Hop Into Easter Crafting?

There’s something magical about creating Easter crafts with kids – the excitement in their eyes as they bring their bunnies to life, the pride they feel displaying their creations, and the memories you’re building together. These egg carton Easter bunnies are more than just a craft; they’re the beginning of your family’s Easter traditions.

I’d love to see how your egg carton bunnies turn out! Share your creations in the comments below or tag me on social media. And if you’re looking for more seasonal inspiration, don’t forget to check out the fun Easter Games For All Ages to take your Easter gathering to the next level!

Happy crafting, and Happy Easter!

What are your favorite easy Easter crafts to make with children? Share your traditions in the comments below!