6 fun ideas for homemade Easter cards for kids - with instructions

Easter is just around the corner and what better way to celebrate than to make your own special and personalised Easter cards. Whether you're a parent looking to spend quality time with your children or a child eager to show off your artistic skills, making an Easter card is a fun and simple activity that anyone can enjoy.

In this article, we'll guide you through several creative and easy-to-follow instructions on how to make an Easter card, using different materials and techniques. So get ready to break out the paint, markers, stickers and more, and let's get creative!

1. Egg hunt card

Create a fun Easter card with an egg hunt inside.

You will need:

- Colourful paper

- Scissors

- Glue

- Marker pens

Steps:

1. Cut out egg shapes from colourful paper.

2. Write a special message on each egg.

3. Attach the eggs to the card using glue or paper fasteners so they can be opened and closed easily.

4. Invite the children to ‘hunt’ for the eggs on the card and read the messages inside.

5. Help your child cut out the egg shapes and write messages on each egg.

6. Assist with attaching the eggs to the card so they can be easily opened and closed.

2. Decoupage Easter eggs

Cut out pictures of Easter eggs from magazines, newspapers, or other materials and glue them to the front of the card. Children can then use decoupage techniques to add dimension and texture to the eggs, creating a unique and colourful design.

Similar to collaging, decoupage is a craft technique that involves gluing paper or fabric cutouts onto an object and then covering the surface with varnish or another type of sealant to give it a smooth and decorative finish. The cutouts can be decorative images, patterns, or any type of paper or fabric that has an interesting design or texture. Decoupage is a relatively simple and affordable craft, making it a great activity for children and adults of all ages.

You will need:

- Magazines, newspapers or other materials

- Scissors

- Glue

- Paintbrush

- Varnish

- Decorations (optional)

Steps:

1. Gather materials such as magazines, newspapers or other materials, to use for cutting out the egg shapes.

2. Help your child cut out the egg shapes from the materials.

3. Glue the egg shapes to the front of the card.

4. Use the paintbrush to apply a layer of varnish over the eggs, creating a decoupage effect.

5. Let the card dry completely.

6. Add any additional decorations, such as stickers or glitter, to the card if desired.

3. Easter Basket 

Create an Easter card shaped like a basket, and fill it with Easter treats such as chocolate eggs, jelly beans, or small toys. Children can use different materials such as paper, fabric, or even real grass to create the basket, and decorate it with ribbon, flowers, and other Easter decorations.

You will need:

- Paper or fabric

- Scissors

- Glue

- Ribbon

- Decorations (flowers, Easter stickers, etc.)

- Easter treats (chocolate eggs, jelly beans, small toys, etc.)

Steps:

1. Choose the material you would like to use for the basket (paper or fabric).

2. Cut out the basket shape.

3. Decorate the basket with ribbon, flowers, and other Easter decorations.

4. Fill the basket with Easter treats.

5. Write a special message inside the card for the recipient.

The basket shape and the addition of treats make this card both a special message and a thoughtful gift.

4. Rubber stamp Easter cards 

Making Easter cards with rubber stamps is a fun and creative activity that children can enjoy. Here are the steps to follow:

1. Choose your stamps: Decide which rubber stamps you would like to use on your card. You can use just one or multiple stamps to create a scene or pattern. Why not design your own Easter stamps with your children? That way they can be even more involved in the creative process.

2. Gather materials: You will need cardstock, ink pads, rubber stamps in various Easter designs (such as bunnies, eggs and flowers), scissors and glue.

3. Prepare the cardstock: Cut the cardstock into the desired size for your card. Fold it in half to create a crease.

4. Ink the stamps: Ink up the rubber stamps with the ink pads. Make sure to tap off any excess ink before stamping onto the card.

5. Start stamping: Carefully place the inked stamps onto the cardstock, making sure not to smear the ink. You can create a scene or pattern with the stamps, or simply use one or two stamps to decorate the card.

6. Add any additional decorations: Once you are happy with your stamped design, you can add any additional decorations to the card, such as Easter eggs made from paper or stickers.

7. Write a message: On the inside of the card, write a special message for the recipient.

8. Fold and glue: Fold the card in half along the crease and glue the sides together to keep it closed.

More Easter-themed rubber stamp ideas:

- Create stamps in various egg shapes and sizes, in different colours and patterns.

- Make a stamp of a bunny face or silhouette to add a cute touch to your cards.

- Make a carrot shape stamp, to represent the Easter Bunny's favourite snack.

- Create a stamp of a basket full of Easter eggs to add a festive touch to your cards.

- Design stamps of different flowers, to symbolise the arrival of spring.

- Create a stamp of a wreath made of Easter eggs, flowers or other Easter-themed elements.

- Make a stamp of a cute chick, to add a touch of whimsy to your cards.

5. Easter egg collage card 

Children can create a collage of Easter eggs on the front of the card. They can use materials such as paper, fabric, or even real eggshells to create the eggs, and can decorate them with paint, markers, stickers, or other embellishments. 

You will need:

- Paper or fabric

- Scissors Glue

- Paint, markers, stickers, or other decorations

Steps:

1. Gather materials such as paper, fabric, or even real eggshells to use for cutting out the egg shapes.

2. Cut out egg shapes from the materials, such as paper, fabric, or even real eggshells.

3. Use glue to attach the egg shapes to the front of the card.

4. Encourage your child to use paint, markers, stickers, or other decorations to add colour and detail to the eggs.

5. Experiment with different materials and embellishments to create unique and colourful eggs.

By creating a collage of Easter eggs on the front of the card, they can use their imagination and artistic skills to make something special and personal.

6. Handprint Easter Bunnies 

Children can use their hands to create a handprint bunny on the front of the card. They can use paint to create the handprint, and add details such as a face, tail and ears using markers, stickers or other materials. 

You will need:

- Paint

- Paper

- Decorations such as markers, stickers, or other materials.

Steps:

1. Gather the materials needed for the activity, including paint, paper and decorations.

2. Help your child dip their hand into the paint and make a handprint on the front of the card.

3. Encourage your child to use markers, stickers, or other materials to add details such as a face, tail, and ears to the handprint, creating a bunny shape.

4. Get creative and add your own personal touch to the bunny by using different colours and decorations.

Encourage your child to be creative and use different colours and decorations to make their bunny unique.

Got some fun ideas for personalised Easter stamps? Why not explore the types of stamp you might choose here.