As much as we all love a good chocolate Easter egg, they disappear far too soon if you're anything like us, which is why an Easter card is a great idea, as it's something the receiver can cherish for as long as they please. Our favourite Easter cards are the DIY ones where you can tell the maker (aka child!) has really got stuck into some Easter crafts.
Making an Easter card is also a fun activity to do together, and the possibilities are endless, meaning your little one can really let their creativity go wild. However, if you could do with some inspiration for an Easter card, here are our favourite ideas for you to try out.
1. Photo surprise Easter egg card
For a really personal Easter card that Granny and Grandpa will love, this Easter egg unfolds to reveal an adorable image of your child, adding an extra special touch. If they're old enough, they could decorate the egg by themselves with their favourite spring colours.
Make this card at Arty Crafty Kids.
2. Potato stamp Easter chick
This ingenious card uses a potato cut in half to create a chick body and then wings. A classic and adorable arts and crafts technique for tots! All you need is a potato, knife to cut out the shapes and some yellow paint along with an orange and a black felt tip.
Make this card at The Craft Train.
3. Handprint carrot card
This sweet carrot card uses your child's handprints as the carrot top. It also opens up for your little one to write some words - or maybe a scribble! Having some keepsake crafts or cards with your child's tiny handprint makes a lovely memory to look back on as their hands grow bigger.
Make this card at Simple Everyday Mom.
4. Foot chick card
If you can trust your child not to run around and get paint everywhere, this card cleverly turns your little one's foot into a cute duck. Warning - it may be tickly! If the weather is on your side, it might be worth doing this one outside before leaving it to dry and adding the little beak and eye.
5. Salt Painted Easter Eggs
This very cool and impressive card design is made using white glue, kitchen salt and paint. This technique will be great to use all year round for every occasion but we do love these fun Easter eggs and it's surprisingly easy to make.
Make this card at One Little Project.
6. Fork painted Easter egg card
You'll no doubt be used to using a paintbrush with your child, but have you tried a fork? We'll definitely be trying this fun technique to decorate an egg shaped card with plenty of colours. Simply dip the end of your fork into the different colours and press onto the paper to create a pretty pattern.
Make this card at Happy Toddler Playtime.
7. Sponge bunny card
If you want something that is quick and easy to do, this is the tutorial for you! We love that your child can really get stuck in with sponge painting with this one. Simply pop an adorable bunny tail on to complete the card.
Make this card at Little Learners.
8. Easter chick card
This super-simple card is ideal for small children who still want to get involved and it requires very little materials. It also has a really fun and exciting feel with the googly eyes and feathers. All you need is some assorted coloured card, colourful feathers, stick on eyes and a felt nose.
Make this card at Mum in the Madhouse.
9. Animal easter card
How adorable are these animal cards? Your little one can pick their favourite spring animal to make and will love playing with the googly eyes.
Make this card atiHeartCraftyThings.
10. Pom pom bunny
If you need a super-quick and easy card to make with your child, this one takes just a few minutes which means you can make a few of them for all the family. The giant fluffy pom poms will provide some sensory fun for your kids and sticking on all the small parts will help their fine motor skills.
Make this at The Joy of Sharing.
Easter card buys
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Included in the pack is 10 Easter Bunny card blanks in 5 assorted card colours to personalise, along with white gummed envelopes. Bring the Easter Bunny to life using pens, stickers, glitter, sequins and pom poms.
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These Easter stencils will make creating cards a doddle. There are six assorted stencil designs: a lamb, basket of eggs, bunny, chick and daffodil. They are ideal to use with acrylic or ready mixed paint and can be used to decorate books, cards and more. When you're finished, simply wash the plastic stencils and reuse.
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These glittery, chunky stickers are made of durable foam with self-adhesive for easy use for Easter crafts. They feature 25 assorted designs such as flowers, carrots, bunnies, eggs etc.
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Seeing as it's spring, it makes total sense that your child's Easter card is made with some of this pretty pastel A4 card which consists of five assorted colours: blue, yellow, green, pink and tan.
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These 24 colourful paint sticks contain beeswax which means they will glide across paper and carder easily. Non-toxic and easy to clean, the paint stick dries quickly and permanently to protect your youngster's creations.
When should you send Easter cards?
That is completely up to you, but usually the best time to send out Easter cards is before 1-2 weeks before Easter Sunday. This allows your card to get to the receiver before Easter Sunday, and just encase they have decided to jet away. Having your Easter card reach its destination a little earlier is perfect. When your friends and family open their card it will show just how much thought you put into it.
What to write in an easter card?
Happy, hoppy Easter to you!
Hoping your Easter is extra bright and happy this year.
Wishing you happiness, fun times and a very happy Easter!
Happy Easter to the whole family! I hope it’s a fun one for all of you and full of chocolates!
Just wanted to say a warm springtime hello and wish you a very happy Easter.
Thinking of you at Easter and sending sunshine wishes your way.
Wishing you a happy, heartwarming Easter time!
Emily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby and has written for the website and previously the magazine for six years. Specialising in product reviews, Emily is the first to know about all the exciting new releases in the parenting industry.