8 DIY Easter Basket Ideas for Kids That Prove That You’re Basically a Pinterest Mom

After the holiday, this tote would be perfect for toys, school supplies, books, or whatever your kid wants to throw in there. (We'll just pretend that one of each pair of socks won't end up in this tote.)

The pattern is so sweet, and the tote is durable and useful.

Why buy plastic grass that gets stuck everywhere when you can buy biodegradable paper grass that's actually soft and fun? Another huge bonus? It doesn't destroy your vacuum nearly as easily.

Let your children's imagination go up, up, and away with the LEGO Dots rocket cup holder. Flat surfaces make this kit easy to manipulate, keeping it fresh and fun with every iteration your little scientist can create.

On the search to see the bald eagle in Central Park? Maybe you're looking to the top of an Appalachian mountain or across the Grand Canyon? Your explorer can see the world close up with these surprisingly strong binoculars.

Ditto is the cutest little interactive robot. Push his button, and he will repeat back anything you say to it, with up to 20 seconds of recording time. Will your kids make it say "my sister is a butthead"? Yes. And it will do it with an adorable poseable body and LED eyes.

(Batteries included)

Interconnecting blocks shaped like asterisks are way more fun than you think. They make you really think to design the shape that you want, helping your child learn spatial reasoning and problem-solving. Plus, the texture is very soothing and fun to play with.

Two real, natural geodes the size of a tennis ball, along with instructions on how to get to the center, are in this fun gift. Inspire the future generation of geologists and gemologists, or just spark your child's interest in the world with this.

Your kid can leave their markers uncapped in this bin, and it won't leak all over your carpet. Same with watercolors. That on its own is worth it. It makes a sweet, creative Easter basket, and the color is just right for the holiday.

What would Easter be without a little chocolate? Make it on-theme with these solid milk chocolate crayons. They're a delicious way to sweeten up the holiday.

And who wouldn't want to have their art basket and eat it, too? Easter is a time of family and fun, and since these are sharable, I don't see why your kids wouldn't want you to have one as well.

We know that this coloring book is designed to be used with paint daubers, but it could also be used with any artistic tool your child likes. However, if your little does use it with a dauber, it gives fun instructions on how to do it.

Not only are these a 3D animal set designed to be colored, but they're also a fun puzzle to put together that becomes a piece of art all on its own.

Twelve markers are included, so you don't need to worry about buying anything extra for it, and once it's done, it looks so great on a shelf or desk.

Has there ever been sweeter or more festive sidewalk chalk? An 18-pack of chick-and-egg sidewalk chalk is perfectly sized for little hands to grip and make beautiful temporary art, or even just a hopscotch grid. Let your children's creativity go wild with this 18 pack of adorable chalky chickies.

A smock isn't just cute, it's entirely necessary. It saves clothing and makes your life as a parent or guardian so much easier. And if you're going to gift a smock, you may as well make it a fun pattern.

These wipe down easily, have a few pockets for art supply storage, and overall, they're just a really good idea. (Even at mealtime!)

It's the paper doll sticker of silly Easter bunnies. A little bit art, a little mix-and-match fun, it's a great time killer and inexpensive basket stuffer that you can use to round out your basket and entertain your little ones. It's perfect for long car trips as well.

Little kids are obsessed with animals that are made into unicorns. This plush is soft, squeezable, and, oh, so sweet.

And it's Ty, which millennial parents will remember from the Beanie Baby days, but we promise, they are so much more than that now. They're an entire, expansive line of plush toys that are still just as cuddly and huggable as they ever were.

This unicorn barf cotton candy is honestly just hilarious. Kids will love the silliness of it and all of the pastel-colored sugary goodness. It's a win all around.

Try it on top of ice cream for a dissolving topping. Or stir it into seltzer for a kiddie cocktail. It's really just an entertaining present all-around.

If you thought the unicorn trend was slowing down, we have news for you: It's not! Your sweetie who's obsessed with unicorns will be delighted to carry this Lip Smacker Lippy Pal Lip Balm in her backpack. It's like a little stick of magic!

We're sure that you already have your darling's cute Easter outfit picked out, but this unicorn T-shirt/plush combo will be your sweetie's favorite thing to wear post-holiday.

When rolled up, the T-shirt turns into a plush — and when unrolled, the plush turns into a super soft and comfy T-shirt!

After your kids come down from a raging sugar rush, they can enjoy putting together their very own little unicorn. With a sprinkle of imagination and a splash of creativity, your kid can choose to either make a 3-D figure or a flat mosaic. It's the perfect toy to break up the Easter candy madness.

This sweet, stuffed bunny will not only look adorable in your kiddo's Easter basket but will become their favorite bedtime snuggle friend with his quilted ears and feet that feel like a security blanket. Plus, the GUND bunny is machine washable, making him the perfect gift for littles in that one-year-old range.

This Thermos is cute and on-theme, but most importantly, it doesn't leak easily. Kids can throw this in their bag, knowing that as long as it's sealed, it's safe. It's a solid, strong, 24-ounce Tritan water bottle, so it won't break open if dropped.

Your kiddo will take flight this Easter with these superhero-themed socks. The tiny capes add an extra flair that they will love. With four superheroes to choose from, your kiddo can switch up their secret identity daily!

Every kid needs a hero bear to warn away the scaries that live in the dark corners. He should be squishy, huggable, and yes, quite super. This masked hero bear from Vermont Bears is a lovable, durable, kids' bedroom protector.

A sweet, soft mermaid doll is a welcome addition to this basket. It has a lot of sparkle and shimmer while still being endlessly imaginative.

The tail is much more iridescent than it looks on screen. It actually has a fishscale glimmer to it that little mermaids will appreciate. The tulle skirt and tail skirt? Also in a shimmery fabric that's a little bougie, but mostly fun.

What are the chances that your sweetie will wake up with long, red locks like Ariel? Make her Easter wish come true with these colorful hair chalk pens. They'll transform her strands with just a few swipes, and the colors easily wash out with shampoo.

These little eggs aren't concealing chocolate or sweets. Instead, each of these magical iridescent shells is hiding cute little underwater creatures. Ditch the traditional eggs and opt for these fun surprise ones for your kid's mermaid-themed basket.

Your little mermaid already thinks that the bath is the perfect time to practice her deep-sea swimming. Turn her water oasis into a bubbly blueish-green spa with this bath bomb. Like a typical bath bomb, this one scents and changes the color of the water, but it also creates fluffy bubbles.

Once the exterior melts away, your sweetie will find one last Easter treat: a cute mermaid necklace.

Even in a mermaid-themed basket, is it really even Easter if there isn't a giant chocolate bunny included? The only question is, do you start at the ears or the tail? Dove is notoriously creamy and delicious chocolate, and thanks to the solid 12 ounces of that chocolate, it will take your child a while to devour.

Unlike the average Easter toys that your kid will enjoy after opening and then immediately discard, these Dig It Up dino eggs will keep them entertained for long afterward. Inside each of the 12 eggs is a different dinosaur that your kid has to uncover.

Puzzles are classic toys that your tech-obsessed kid can still appreciate. Once the candy-hunting hoopla cools down, your kid can enjoy putting together this fun puzzle. Whether they want to create a flat mosaic-like image or a 3-D dino that can stand up, they will have fun employing their creativity.

At the end of a long day of Easter festivities, these dino bath bombs will be an EGGcellent way to calm your kiddo's sugar rush. Each of the six bath bombs has a surprise dinosaur inside and comes with an information card for your curious budding paleontologist.

Is your kid expecting a puppy in their Easter basket this year? We're thinking that this Stegosaurus Fingerling might be a better idea. Like a little pet that lives on their finger, this dino reacts to sound, motions, and touch.

Snag a carton of these Hide & Squeak eggs by Tomy — these friendly eggs will provide plenty of entertainment for toddlers, even beyond Easter Sunday. They're a tremendous sensory toy, giving little ones the ability to work on their fine-motor skills as they play with the clacking, closing eggs.

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A bunny teether is the ideal Easter-themed balm for your baby's aching gums and need to chew. This one is made of medical-grade silicone and is just firm enough to give sensory input without hurting their gums.

Whether your baby is ready to start eating on their own or is still trying to master holding their own bottle, this training utensil set will come in handy.

Tiny enough to fit in your tot's little fists, these spring-colored utensils are as useful as they are adorable.

These shakers are not only fun for your baby but also beautiful. There are a total of eight in the set for just $14, so it's also a very economical gift.

You could buy a ton of these and use them as eggs for a neighborhood egg hunt, or have them in your child's musical objects box. They're not your average Easter egg.

While the big kids are scooping up hidden eggs outdoors, you can sit your babe down for a cute little Easter story. As you read the mini tale, your baby will adore the attached bunny finger puppet that will bring the story to life!

This sweet-faced bunny will keep your tiny tot entertained well beyond their first Easter. They will love its super soft, plush feel and get a kick out of the animated features.

Press Flora's foot and the bunny will sing a fun song — and when your babe presses the other foot, the bunny starts a game of hide and seek.

Is it even Easter without a chick? We think not. This Gund chick is the cutest of the bunch. It's soft and squishy and utterly huggable. It's just small enough for a baby to hug but not too small that it will be immediately lost.

Your little bunny may not be quite old enough to gnaw on a real carrot just yet — but this Easter, this textured teething carrot will do just fine! The side handles make it easy for tiny hands to grasp while the textured tip soothes teething gums.

If your tot has a green thumb, this three-piece gardening toolset from Toysmith will be their favorite Easter toy. The kid-sized trowel, rake, and shovel are actual tools that they can dig into the earth with and are small enough for them to control.

This reusable S’well bottle is a sweet, eco-friendly option for your child’s basket. The rainbow feels springy, and the periwinkle background is cute and on-trend.

Plus, these bottles keep your liquids warm or cold for a long time, so if your little one wants to hit up the ballfields or sledding hills, they’ll be warmed up or cooled down with their beverage.

Your kids will love taking the fun outside on Easter Sunday with this egg-shaped chalk. Keep these pretty spring-hued chalk pieces always at the ready for a game of hopscotch or tic-tac-toe.

April showers bring May flowers, so toss in a pair of colorful rain boots to make sure your kiddo is prepared.

These light-up boots come with a cozy liner, which means that your kiddo's feet will be dry and warm as they jump around in puddles.

Springtime is when all of the flowers bloom, the weather warms up, and the creepy crawlies come out to play. These Sunny Patch bugs are perfect for imaginative play both indoors and outdoors. They will also keep your kids away from playing with real bugs.

If you remember the compacted sponge toys of your youth, these are very similar but much cooler — and they're incredibly fun. You place the eggs in water and a unicorn "hatches." The rainbow exterior is just a fun bonus.

Kites are a classic Easter basket gift, and this one is special. It's shaped like a stingray with a long, streaming tail. Kids will love how easily it does trick maneuvers and the simplicity of the reel.

There's no guarantee you won't tree this flag, but at under $20, it's one of the more affordable options for a trick kite.

If you're wondering what kind of slime your kid prefers, the answer is any of them! Sprinkle your kiddo's Easter basket with a few of these iridescent slime-filled eggs. Post-holiday ASMR session, anyone?

Why not have your Easter basket be a sweet knit bunny? This relatively deep, inexpensive knit basket is destined to be an instant favorite. You're given two pairs of ears to choose from, so you can mix and match to your heart's content.

A sweet pink bear is just about the cutest thing you can add to your Easter basket. Gund bears are heirloom quality at affordable prices, and this bear will be in your family for years to come.

These make ideal loveys, so if your child shows some attachment, you might want to buy a few extra in the event they lose this one.

These are hands-down the best Easter candy, according to our parenting editor Cat Bowen. Nothing beats the combination of the chocolate shell and creme filling. They're a classic for a reason.

Keep them in the box or scatter the eggs in the basket, no matter how you serve them up, they're still going to be exceedingly delicious.

Name a kid who absolutely hates crayons — we'll wait. There is no such kid! Because honestly, even adults love them. These 100% pure beeswax crayons from Honeysticks are nontoxic and pigmented with food-grade dye.

So, if your curious kiddo takes a bite (because kids do those kinds of things), you don't have to panic! The large and durable shape means that you won't find chips and pieces of crayons around the house — which will definitely make you thank yourself later for including them in their Easter basket.