Easter Tree Decorating Ideas With Things You Already Have

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By J.Blackstone · Updated October 16, 2026

Quick AnswerTo make an Easter tree, put a few bare branches in a pot or vase held steady with stones, then hang decorated eggs, ribbons and small ornaments from them. It is an easy craft for kids made mostly from things you already have.

Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Easter this year? Why not try making an Easter tree? This is a great project for kids of all ages, and it’s a lot easier than you might think. We will show you how to create an Easter tree using materials you probably already have at home. Let’s get started!

🌲 The Tree

You will need a small branch for your tree, or you can tie two sticks together to form a cross. You can spray-paint the branch or twigs silver, gold, or white if desired. You will need a pot filled with either sand or Plaster of Paris to stand your tree or cross in.

Cover the top of the sand or plaster with artificial grass, moss, or shredded paper. You could use a small artificial Christmas tree instead.

Glue small silk flowers to the branches.

💡 Quick Tip: If you’re short on time, consider checking out our January Holiday Planner for more quick and easy holiday decorating ideas.

Now that you have your tree ready, it’s time to start decorating! Here are some ideas to get you started:

🐰 Decorating Ideas

There are endless possibilities when it comes to decorating your Easter tree. Here are some ideas to inspire you:

✅ Hang small baskets or pouches filled with candy or small toys.
✅ Tie ribbons or bows to the branches.
✅ Use Easter-themed ornaments, such as eggs, bunnies, or chicks.
✅ Add fairy lights for a warm and cozy glow.
✅ Create your own ornaments using paper, felt, or other craft materials.

📌 Remember to involve the whole family in the decorating process. It’s a great way to spend quality time together and create lasting memories.

🎁 Adding The Final Touches

Once your tree is decorated, it’s time to add the final touches. Place your Easter tree in a prominent location where everyone can enjoy it. You could even set up a small Easter-themed display around your tree, including a basket for Easter eggs and a cozy blanket for reading Easter-themed books.

💡 Quick Tip: For more Easter inspiration, check out our article on Fixing Failed Dyeing Easter Eggs: Common Mistakes And Solutions.

And there you have it! With these simple steps, you can create a beautiful and memorable Easter tree that will bring joy to your home this holiday season. Happy decorating!

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Decorations For The Tree

🥚 Decorated Eggs

•Use real eggs. See decorating eggs for ideas. Use blown eggs.
•Or make tissue paper-covered plastic eggs. Hot glue a wired ribbon bow to the top of the egg and tie it to the tree with a clear fishing line.
• Or make Styrofoam Easter shapes. Punch a hole in the top of the shape and insert a ribbon for hanging.
•Tissue paper eggs Firmly glue a wire bow to the top and tie it to the tree with a clear fishing line.

You will need to attach a string or ribbon to the egg for hanging. Insert a thin crochet hook through both of the holes of the egg. Tie a ribbon or string to the end of the crochet hook and draw the crochet hook with the end of the ribbon back through the egg.

Tie a fat knot at the end of the ribbon or string. Tie the ribbon or string at the other end of the egg to the tree. If desired, you can create bows with wired ribbons and glue these to the top of the egg.

🍪 Bread Or Cookie Ornaments

•You can use thawed frozen bread dough or your favorite sugar cookie recipe.
•Roll dough 1/2″ thick.
• Cut out Easter shapes with cookie cutters.
•Poke a hole at the top of the ornament. This hole will be used for inserting the ribbon or string for hanging the ornament.
•You can decorate the ornaments with red hots, cloves, raisins, currants, sprinkles, or dredges.

•Allow the bread dough to rise.
•Bake the bread dough until golden brown or the cookies until done.
•Let cool. If desired, you can decorate with a thinned powder sugar icing or glaze with syrup.
•Cut a piece of string or ribbon and insert it through the top hole. Tie the ribbon or string to the tree or cross.

🍬 Jelly Bean Strings For The Easter Tree

The procedure for stringing jelly beans is the same as that used for stringing cranberries. Give an older child a threaded large needle and have him string 3 to 6 jelly beans on the thread. Tie the ends of the jelly bean strings to the tree.

Or use beads instead. Make your tree shine with clear faceted beads, pearl seed beads, and gold balls. Or you can glue the jelly beans or beads to the branches.

🖼 Picture Ornaments

Cut out pictures of Easter symbols and glue them to colored cardstock. If desired, you can decorate with a thin braid, lace, ribbon, beads, or tiny silk flowers. Punch a hole at the top of the ornament and insert a ribbon for hanging.

🎨 Craft Store Finds

In the craft section of stores, you will find small mushroom birds, feathered birds, and butterflies. These finds can be either glued to the tree or tied to the tree with a fishing line.

While in the craft section, look for buttons that can be slid onto the end of branches. Plain buttons with four holes work best.

💡 Quick Tip: Some decorations may be fragile, so handle them with care and supervise young children when they are decorating.

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More DIY Ornaments

Felt carrots

Button carrot ornament

Pom Pom Chick

Washcloth Easter Bunny

Cookie Cutter Ornaments

Look for Easter cookie cutters without backs-open frames. Decorate the cookie cutter with ribbon, lace, and small flowers. Attach a ribbon to the top of the cookie cutter for hanging.

Use your imagination, and I am sure you will discover more ideas for decorating your tree, e.g., tying small twigs together for crosses or origami flowers and birds. We would love to hear your ideas for Easter Tree Ornaments, please share them with us.

💡 Quick Tip: Explore our Easy DIY Graduation Party Decor Ideas for more creative inspiration that can be adapted for Easter decorations.

❓ Questions People Ask

Where Did Easter Trees Come From?

The tradition of the Easter tree originated in Germany, where people would decorate trees with Easter eggs as a symbol of new life. This practice eventually spread to other parts of Europe and the United States, and today, Easter trees are a popular decoration in many homes.

What Can I Use For An Easter Tree?

You can use a tree branch or make a tree using thick wire to fashion tree branches. Also, many stores sell Easter trees.

How Can I Decorate My Tree?

Traditionally eggs were used to decorate Easter trees, but it is up to you. You can use chicks, bunnies, carrots, flowers, butterflies, birds, etc.

What are your favorite kid’s crafts for Easter?

More information:

Easter Egg Games

It’s a Fun Thing for Easter

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Creative Easter Tree Decorating Ideas For A Memorable Celebration

🌲 The Tree

🐰 Decorating Ideas

🎁 Adding The Final Touches