5 Easter Crafts for Kids Using Recyclables from Around the House
Fun, Eco-Friendly Easter Activities for the Whole Family! 🐣🌱
Spring has officially sprung, and with Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to gather your little ones for some festive fun. If you’re looking for easy Easter crafts for kids, why not make it eco-friendly, too?
This year, skip the craft store run and dig into your recycling bin instead! These Easter crafts using recyclables are a wonderful way to keep kids entertained while teaching them the importance of reusing and reducing waste. From toilet paper roll bunnies to paper bag puppets, these DIY ideas are as cute as they are sustainable.
At VAMI Creations, we believe that everyday items can spark creativity and joy—and Easter is the perfect time to turn that belief into a bunny-filled craft session.
Here are 5 creative and fun Easter crafts for kids using recyclables from around your home!
1. 🧻 Toilet Paper Roll Easter Garland
📎 Get the full tutorial from Rock Your Homeschool »
Get ready to deck the halls—Easter style! This toilet paper roll Easter garland is a colorful and fun way to reuse cardboard rolls while creating a beautiful decoration that kids will love seeing on display. Using a mix of pastel paints and easy-to-cut shapes, kids can help design each piece of the garland to add their own flair.
🎨 What you'll need:
Empty toilet paper rolls
Craft paint or markers
Scissors and glue
String or ribbon for hanging
Optional: stickers, glitter, or washi tape
Why we love it: This craft turns simple cardboard tubes into cheerful, spring-themed shapes like eggs, chicks, and flowers. String them together for a garland that’s perfect for hanging on the mantel, above a window, or along a wall for a festive touch.
🧠 Skill level: Easy (great for ages 4+ with supervision)
2. 🥛 Milk Jug Easter Bunny
📎 Find the full tutorial at Mommy Evolution »
Think beyond the bottle! With just a clean plastic milk jug, you can create a large and lovable bunny that makes for an adorable Easter decoration or candy container. This recycled Easter craft is ideal for older kids or adults crafting with little ones.
♻️ Materials you’ll need:
1-gallon milk jug (washed and dried)
Craft foam or felt
Construction paper
Googly eyes, ribbon, cotton balls
Scissors and glue
Why we love it: The 3D shape of the milk jug makes your bunny look extra huggable. You can also cut a hole in the back to turn it into a fun treat jar or egg collector.
🧠 Skill level: Medium (best for kids 6+ or younger kids with adult help)
3. 🛍️ Paper Bag Bunny Puppet
📎 Get the full tutorial at Mommy Evolution »
Perfect for pretend play, this paper bag bunny craft is a win-win: it's fun to make and fun to use afterward! Kids can design their bunny’s face and then use the puppet to put on a springtime show.
📦 What you’ll need:
Paper lunch bags
Construction paper
Markers, glue, scissors
Cotton balls or pom-poms for the tail
Why we love it: This craft encourages storytelling and creativity after the crafting part is over. It’s also a great group activity for classrooms or playdates.
🧠 Skill level: Easy (ages 4+)
4. 🐰 DIY Toilet Paper Roll Bunnies
📎 Check out the tutorial from Drugstore Divas »
Here's another variation of our favorite recyclable—toilet paper rolls! These charming little bunnies come together with just a few household craft supplies and a splash of imagination. It’s one of the best quick Easter crafts for a lazy weekend afternoon.
📌 Supplies:
Toilet paper rolls
White paint (or colored paper)
Black marker
Glue, pom-poms, pipe cleaners
Why we love it: These bunnies are super cute and easy enough for preschoolers. Plus, they're small enough to make a whole bunny village!
🧠 Skill level: Very Easy (great for toddlers and preschoolers)
5. 🐇 Easy Easter Bunny TP Roll Craft
📎 Follow along with Two Kids and a Coupon »
If you still have TP rolls left in your stash, this easy Easter craft for kids is another simple winner. Kids can draw on the bunny’s face or use cutouts and glue for a more hands-on experience.
🧰 What you'll need:
Toilet paper rolls (are we sensing a theme?)
Scissors, glue, paper
Craft eyes, markers, felt, or cotton for tails
Why we love it: This one is perfect for younger crafters or when you’re short on time but still want something festive and sweet to decorate the home or dinner table.
🧠 Skill level: Easy Peasy (ages 3+)
🌷Why Recycled Crafts Make the Best Easter Activities for Kids
Not only are these DIYs great for sparking creativity, they also offer a hands-on lesson in sustainability. Teaching kids to repurpose materials—like empty milk jugs or cardboard rolls—helps build awareness of our environment while showing them how fun “trash” can be when it’s turned into treasure.
Plus, these recycled Easter crafts for kids are:
Budget-friendly 🪙
Low mess (mostly 😅)
Great for a variety of age levels
Ideal for group crafting or classrooms
Just plain cute 🐣💕
So whether you're homeschooling, planning a classroom party, or looking for activities to fill the Easter weekend, these eco-friendly craft ideas will keep kids engaged, excited, and proud of what they made—with materials you already have lying around the house!
✨ Bonus Tip: Create a Recycled Easter Crafting Station!
Want to turn this into an annual tradition? Set up a little "crafting corner" in your home during Easter week. Fill a box or basket with cleaned recyclables like:
TP and paper towel rolls
Washed yogurt containers
Scrap paper and old magazines
Paper bags and egg cartons
Bits of ribbon, fabric, or buttons
This way, you're always ready when the inspiration (or the Easter bunny!) strikes.
🧺 Final Thoughts: Hoppy Crafting!
Easter is all about renewal, joy, and fresh starts—and what better way to celebrate than by giving old items new life through crafts? These Easter crafts using recyclables offer a perfect blend of fun, learning, and creativity. Whether you're crafting with toddlers or tweens, there’s a bunny-shaped project out there waiting to be made.
If you try one of these eco-friendly Easter crafts with your kids, we’d love to see what you come up with! Share your creations on social media and tag us at @vamicreations so we can feature your bunny magic. 🐰🌸
Happy Easter and happy crafting from all of us at VAMI Creations!