Creative Easter Egg Ideas for both Adults and Kids

Spring is in full swing, and Easter is just around the corner! It’s time to break out the crafting supplies and get ready for some egg-citing fun for the whole family. Whether you’re hosting an Easter egg hunt or simply looking for some creative decor ideas, I’ve got you covered with a variety of DIY egg projects that both adults and kids will love. From elegant floral designs to whimsical bunny creations, these DIY Easter egg ideas are sure to add a festive touch to your Easter celebration.

Easter Egg Tree with Dried Flowers

One stunning way to display your Easter eggs is by creating an Easter egg tree. Start by gathering some faux eggs and dried flowers. Using Mod Podge, carefully apply the dried flowers to the eggs, covering them completely. Once dry, hang the decorated eggs from branches in a vase to create a beautiful centerpiece for your Easter table. Click here to get the full step-by-step tutorial for this DIY.

Textured Eggs with Crocheted Chains

Add a touch of charm to your Easter decor with textured eggs made from crocheted chains. Start by crocheting chains in various colors and lengths. Then, using craft glue, carefully attach the chain to a plastic Easter egg, covering it in a unique textured pattern. These crocheted eggs will add a cozy, homemade feel to your Easter display. For the entire tutorial for these crochet chain eggs, click here.

Easter Bunny Eggs with Felt Ears and Floral Crowns

Give your Easter eggs a playful twist by turning them into adorable bunny characters. Start by painting plastic eggs in pastel colors. Then, using felt, cut out bunny ears and attach them to the top of the eggs. Finish off the look by adding tiny floral crowns made from faux flowers. These bunny eggs will bring a touch of whimsy to your Easter decorations. To learn how to make these easter bunny eggs from start to finish, click here.

Gold Leaf Eggs with Metallic Shine

For a touch of elegance, consider decorating your Easter eggs with gold leaf. Start by applying a coat of Mod Podge to faux eggs, then carefully place pieces of gold leaf on top, gently pressing them down to adhere. Once dry, gently brush away any excess gold leaf to reveal a beautiful metallic finish. These gold leaf eggs will add a touch of glamour to your Easter decor. You could also make one golden egg as an extra prize for your Easter egg hunt!

Floral Eggs with Napkin Decoupage

Create a garden-inspired look with floral eggs made using napkin decoupage. Start by cutting out floral designs from decorative napkins. Then, using Mod Podge, carefully apply the floral designs to boiled eggs, smoothing out any wrinkles or air bubbles. Once dry, seal the eggs with another coat of Mod Podge for a glossy finish. These floral eggs will add a burst of color to your Easter display. Get the full tutorial for these beautiful floral eggs made with paper napkins right here.

BONUS: Make a Wreath!

You can make a beautiful Easter wreath with speckled plastic eggs from the dollar store. Click here to find out how. This make a beautiful addition to your front door for Spring.

Easter Egg Hunting Ideas

Now that you’ve created beautiful & unique DIY Easter eggs, here are some Easter egg hunting ideas!

Egg Hunting Ideas for Kids:

• Glow-in-the-Dark Egg Hunt: Use plastic eggs with glow sticks inside and hide them in a darkened area. It’s thrilling for kids to search for glowing treasures to put in their Easter basket!
• Scavenger Hunt: Create clues or riddles leading to each egg’s hiding spot. This adds an extra layer of fun and challenges kids to think and solve problems.
• Themed Egg Hunt: Choose a theme like pirates, superheroes, or animals. Decorate the eggs accordingly and hide them in themed locations. It’s like a mini-adventure!
• Color-Coded Egg Hunt: Assign each child a specific color or pattern and have them hunt for eggs of that color only. This ensures everyone gets an equal share and adds an element of teamwork.
• Egg Relay Race: Divide kids into teams and have them race to collect eggs one at a time from a designated starting point. The first team to gather all their eggs wins!
• Egg Roll: Set up a racecourse and have kids roll their eggs from start to finish using spoons. It’s a classic game that never gets old.
• Obstacle Course Egg Hunt: Create an obstacle course with hurdles, tunnels, and balance beams. Kids have to navigate the course to find hidden eggs along the way.
• Egg Piñata: Hang egg-shaped piñatas filled with candy. Kids take turns trying to break them open to reveal the treats inside.
• Egg Tic-Tac-Toe: Paint a large tic-tac-toe grid on the ground and use colored eggs as markers. Kids take turns placing their eggs to try and get three in a row.
• Egg Guessing Game: Fill eggs with small objects like coins, jelly beans, marbles, or stickers. Kids shake the eggs and try to guess what’s inside before opening them.

Ideas for and Adult Egg Hunt:

• Adult Easter Egg Hunt with Prizes: Hide eggs filled with adult-friendly treats like mini bottles of liquor, gourmet chocolates, beauty products, nail polish, a movie ticket, or gift cards to local shops. The thrill of finding hidden treasures never gets old!
• Egg and Mimosa Brunch Hunt: Combine a traditional egg hunt with a leisurely brunch featuring champagne mimosas or other adult beverages. Hide eggs throughout the brunch area for guests to find between bites of delicious food.
• Egg Roulette: Fill some eggs with fun surprises and others with slips of paper with silly dares, prompts, or challenges. Participants take turns choosing and opening eggs, with consequences or rewards based on what’s inside.
• Nighttime Flashlight Egg Hunt: Host an egg hunt after dark and provide participants with flashlights. Hide eggs around the yard or park and let adults explore and hunt under the night sky. WE love a dark Easter egg hunt, and this is also a fun idea for teens!
• Egg-cellent Scavenger Hunt: Create a scavenger hunt with clues leading to hidden eggs. Each egg contains a clue to the location of the next one, adding an element of mystery and adventure.
• Egg Relay Obstacle Course: Set up an obstacle course with challenges like egg balancing, sack races, and three-legged races. Adults compete in teams to complete the course and find hidden eggs along the way.
• Egg Toss Challenge: Pair up participants and have them toss eggs back and forth, taking a step back with each successful catch. The last pair standing without a broken egg wins a prize.

Have fun creating unique DIY Easter eggs, and enjoy hunting for them with the whole family, too! Let me know in the comments below which egg decorating idea is your favourite.