Easter Craft Ideas Using Card & Paper
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Posted on 26th March 2026 by Papermill Direct
Filed under Seasonal Crafts, Easter Craft Ideas
The right paper and card play a key role in Easter crafts, affecting everything from shape, look, and durability. Choosing high-quality materials fromPapermill Direct helps achieve cleaner finishes and ensures your cards, decorations and handmade gifts last longer. This blog shares Easter craft ideas using card and paper, with material suggestions for each.
What paper and card should you use for Easter crafts?
Most Easter craft projects benefit from using more than one type of card. Using a mix of weights and textures helps your designs hold their shape while keeping the finished look neat and consistent.
Tips to keep in mind:
160gsm to 240gsm card works well for card making and layering
240gsm and above works best for baskets, boxes, and packaging
Textured or linen card adds detail without extra effort
Pastel tones such as soft pink, yellow, and green are easier to combine.
If your craft needs to stand upright, carry items, or be handled frequently, always opt for a heavier-weight card for added durability.
Handmade paper Easter baskets for gifts and egg hunts by Sandra Dunne
Paper Easter baskets are one of the most versatile Easter crafts, perfect for gift holders, table decorations, or something practical like an egg hunt.
This Easter Basket tutorial shows you how to fold and shape a square piece of card into a structured basket, then attach a handle and finish it off with a ribbon. It looks detailed, but once you understand the folds, it is straightforward to repeat.
Materials to use:
240gsm coloured card such as Sunlight Yellow or Marine Blue
Double sided card if you want a clean finish inside and out
Ribbon for a simple decorative touch
This is a good option if you are making multiple pieces, as you can keep the same colour palette and create a consistent set.
Pastel Easter treat holders for small gifts by Nicole Mullen
If you’re looking for a smaller Easter craft, treat holders are a quick way to package sweets or notes. These are folded card shapes, often designed as animals that hold a small item inside.
This Easter Treat tutorial uses soft pastel cards and simple shapes, finished with a bow for detail. They are often used for posting treats or setting a table.
Materials to use:
Pastel mixed card packs for variety
Ribbon or twine for finishing
You do not need many materials to make these work. Even two colours is enough if you keep the design simple.
Bright layered Easter cards by Nicole Mullen
If you have ever wondered how to make an Easter card without patterned paper, this tutorial shows you how. Instead of buying printed designs, the pattern is created directly onto the card using stamps.
The Bright and Fun Easter Card is built in layers, starting with a textured base, followed by a stamped background and a small focal detail such as a chick.
Materials to use:
Hammered white card for texture
Yellow card for small details
A card blank
This method gives you control over colour and keeps everything consistent across multiple cards.
Classic “Happy Easter” card
Some people prefer a more simple design. This Happy Easter Card uses simple shapes to build a small Easter scenery, including bunny, hills, eggs and a text greeting.
It is a straightforward process that focuses on cutting and layering rather than detailed techniques.
Materials to use:
270gsm coloured card for a strong base
240gsm pastel card for the front layer
White linen card for text or lettering
Green card for shapes like grass
The mix of smooth and textured cards helps the design feel complete without adding extra decoration.
Easter egg wreath card by Sylvia Ames
If you want something slightly more decorative, the Easter Egg Wreath Card uses layered egg shapes arranged into a circular design.
Each shape is cut from pastel card and placed onto a base, then layered with additional cards to add depth.
Materials to use:
White linen card for the base
Pastel shades such as lilac, pale turquoise, and spring green
Heavier card like buff or vellum for layering
Keeping the colours limited helps the design look balanced rather than crowded.
Yellow chick gift pouches by Annette Connelly
These small Yellow Chick Easter Pouches are designed to hold mini eggs or small gifts. The shape is created by folding cards into a pillow style box, then adding simple details to create a chick design.
They are quick to assemble and easy to repeat if you need several.
Materials to use:
Smooth coloured card for clean folds
Medium to heavy weight card so the pouch holds its shape
Use textured card where appropriate to add detail
Finishing touches also matters. Smooth cards give a clear look, while linen cards add subtle variation without needing extra embellishment.
Rabbit bunting by Lisa Sumpter
If you are decorating a space or crafting with children, this Rabbit Bunting is one of the easiest options.
It involves cutting bunny shapes from coloured cards, threading them onto a string, and adding small details like pom poms for tails.
Materials to use:
Coloured card in pastel shades
Pom poms
Twine or strong
PVA glue
Hole punch
This works well because it does not require precise measuring or tools. You can make it as neat or as playful and fun as you like.
How do you choose colours and finishes that work together?
This is one of the most common challenges, especially when working on multiple projects.
A simple approach is to choose two or three core colours and repeat them consistently across all your designs. This will create a unified look, even when the shapes or projects vary.
Pastel shades are popular for Easter because they naturally complement each other, and create a soft seasonal feel without too much effort.
If you are unsure where to start:
Use white or cream to break up stronger colours
Stick to one or two accent shades
Use textured card carefully to add detail
Finishes also play an important role. Smooth cards give a clean look, while linen or textured cards add subtle variation without needing extra embellishment.
Bringing your Easter crafts together
Simple Easter crafts rely on choosing the right materials. Baskets need strength, cards require weight for layering, and hanging decorations must not curl. Using suitable materials simplifies the process, saves time, and prevents redoing work.
For more craft tutorials, visit our Inspire tutorial section. You can also browse our full range of cardstock, paper, and envelopes for your projects.
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