I absolutely love these two ideas for Easter theme decorations that my friends Nanette Jett Marden and Carol Spierdowis Dupre made and shared on Facebook.
I requested permission to share their stories and their Easter tree ideas with all of you and it was granted, so here is hoping you feel inspired by these gorgeous Easter Tree decorations.
Easter Tree Ideas
Not all Easter tree decorations start out completely from scratch as I learned from Carol Spierdowis Dupre, in fact her decorations – while handmade – were repurposed from wall hangings she had owned for several years!
“A couple years ago, my family and I started decorating a tree year-round for the different holidays. I, for the most part, get everything at the Dollar Tree store. My Easter tree was done up completely in decorations purchased from there. The larger decorations were a part of a few wall hangings. I cup them apart, and used dollar tree ribbon bought, to hot glue loops onto the back of them. The rest of the decorations are Easter garland, flower picks, and Easter Egg picks, just pushed into the tree. I love using flower picks as decorations. This store almost always has some holiday themed flower picks in stock,” Carol Spierdowis Dupre said.
Nanette Jett Marden – on the hand, makes her from scratch using a salt dough recipe she found online and using her mom’s cookie cutters.
I asked Nanette Jett Marden what made her always make salt dough ornaments and what was the inspiration behind her Easter decorating and this is what she said, “Well it reminds me of my mom. I always making cookies with her! She passed away two years ago and these are made with her cookie cutters!”
Her tree is a small repurposed artificial Christmas tree, similar to the one Carol Spierdowis Dupre decorates with her repurposed decorations.
Easter Theme Decorations
Brightly colored eggs, cute bunnies, chicks and newborn sheep often come to mind when you think about Easter theme decorations, but there are many other suitable choices.
Crosses, goat kids, the Easter lily or other spring flowers that bloom this time of year are all good choices.
A great idea for Easter theme decorations that is quite popular is Peter Rabbit.
There are plates, ornaments and decorations you can buy, but why not get creative like Carol Spierdowis Dupre did and repurpose older Peter Rabbit books or photos into a new decoration, especially if the older item is damaged.
Repurposing it is a great way to save the memory.
Cookie cutters are a popular kitchen item at Easter and the way Nanette Jett Marden uses them to create Easter theme decorations she saves from year to year is a wonderful idea, however don’t forget to use them to bake cookies or as a pattern for drawing paper ornaments or even making handmade greeting cards.
Speaking of greeting cards, don’t forget to repurpose them!
Easter Tree Decorations
It’s possible to turn almost anything into Easter tree decorations as long as you can attach a stick to it or punch a hole in it – and as long as it fits on or under the tree you choose.
I love that both Carol Spierdowis Dupre and Nanette Jett Marden chose fake Easter eggs for their trees, but here is an idea, blow the centers out of real eggs and decorate them!
It is possible to keep these eggs from year to year.
Check out this blown egg tutorial from Our Best Bites for more details.
Easter Tree Ornaments
Regardless of the type of Easter tree ornaments you choose for your Easter tree decorations, the important part is to make sure you are happy with the end result.
Easter tree ornaments do not need to be brand new and I believe the best ideas for Easter decorations are ones that remind you of loved ones.
I hope these ideas for Easter tree ideas have inspired you to make your own – or maybe even start decorating your first Easter holiday tree.
Easter Recipes, Crafts + DIY
How To Make A Button Easter Egg Ornament
Are you looking for a cute and easy decoration for Easter? This cute button Easter Egg ornament is perfect for the whole family!
How To Make Paper Mache Easter Eggs
Learn how to make paper mache Easter Eggs, a brief history of the Easter Egg and how to incorporate your project into your Easter celebration.
How To Make Miniature Easter Egg Potted Flowers
Learn how to make miniature Easter egg potted flowers for gift giving and home decor that will last for many holidays to come.
Easy DIY Easter Bunny Door Decor
This easy corrugated cardboard Easter Bunny Door Decor is a great way to let your kids help create Easter Decorations for your home.
How To Make A Corrugated Easter Door Hanger
This DIY corrugated Easter door hanger is a fun project for kids and ideal for hanging on your front door during the Easter Holidays.
DIY Bunny Shaped Pink Bath Bomb With Essential Oils
This DIY bunny shaped pink bath bomb is scented with lavender and magnolia essential oils making it perfect for spring. They also make a great Easter gift!
Easter Basket Cupcakes
This Keylime cupcake cake recipe makes a gorgeous centerpiece. These Easter basket cupcakes make perfect Easter desserts for kids of all ages!
Dark Chocolate Covered Coconut Creme Filled Easter Egg Candy Recipe
Discover two different ways to make this delicious dark chocolate covered coconut creme filled Easter egg candy recipe. It's a lot easier than it looks!
Ideas For Easter Brunch
Check out these ideas for Easter Brunch. These Easter Brunch menu ideas are ones you can make ahead of time or are quick and easy to prepare.
Frugal Fun Easter Basket Ideas
When it comes to finding cute cheap Easter Basket ideas be sure what you choose are items kids enjoy! Check out these fun Easter Basket ideas!
Cute Small Animals Are Not Good Easter Gifts
Cute small animals are often brought home as Easter gifts. Consider the animal welfare issues before doing this and remember cute small animals grow up.
