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Big Idea! Make a giant Easter basket with a kiddie pool

March 25, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

giant easter basket kiddie pool

Imagine the look on your child’s face when they wake up on Easter morning and discover a giant Easter basket made from a kiddie pool! It’s an Easter surprise that’s sure to be the talk of the day and create lasting memories. This idea isn’t just for kids at home—it’s perfect for parties too! If you’re hosting an Easter gathering with lots of little ones, this oversized basket could hold plenty of goodies, making it a fun and interactive centerpiece for your celebration.

What’s even more exciting is that once Easter is over, the kiddie pool doesn’t just sit there gathering dust. It can be reused all summer long for cool splashy fun. That’s right, you get double the use out of your materials—how awesome is that?

In her post, Kendra from KKYR walks you through all the other supplies you’ll need to turn a kiddie pool into an Easter basket extravaganza. Whether it’s creating the basket liner, arranging the goodies, or adding personal touches that make the basket even more special, she has tons of creative ideas to help you build this big, exciting Easter surprise.

This giant Easter basket is also a great conversation starter and can hold tons of Easter treats like candy, toys, or even Easter eggs. The best part? You can customize it with themed decorations or simply let the kiddie pool’s vibrant color do all the work.

Not only is this idea unique, but it’s also incredibly fun for both kids and adults. It’s sure to add a memorable, playful touch to your Easter celebrations. Plus, once the baskets are opened and the treats are enjoyed, you can turn the pool into a summer splash zone!

Hop over to KKYR and check out Kendra’s full tutorial on how to make this giant Easter basket by visiting the link here.

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Comments

  1. Linda G says

    March 27, 2015 at 10:10 am

    Only for a party – way too much stuff for one kid!

Have you read?

35 Creative Ways to Make Bowls from Recycled Materials – Genius Eco-Friendly DIYs You Can Actually Use

You know that super satisfying moment when you make something beautiful and save it from going in the trash? That’s the vibe I live for—and honestly, recycled bowl crafts hit that sweet spot perfectly. Whether you’re upcycling old magazines, leftover fabric, broken vinyl records, or even plastic toy animals (yes, really), turning trash into treasure has never looked so good on a shelf or coffee table.

I started making recycled bowls during a rainy weekend when I was stuck at home with a hot glue gun and a guilt-inducing stash of craft leftovers. I figured I’d try a fabric scrap bowl just to feel productive, but before I knew it, I was experimenting with egg cartons, paper mache, and even confetti (it totally works!). Not only did I end up with a bunch of adorable little storage solutions, but my house looked like an Anthropologie knock-off… in the best way.

This roundup is full of creative ways to make bowls using things you probably already have lying around. And here’s the best part: most of these projects are low-cost, kid-friendly, and shockingly therapeutic. There’s something about shaping something with your hands that’s just good for the soul, especially when it’s helping the planet too.

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Magazine Bowls 

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Tutorial: Coiled Magazine Paper Bowls – Frugal Upstate  

Recycled Magazine Page Nesting Bowls! – creative jewish mom 

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Balloon Mod-Podge To Halloween Candy Bowl — CraftBits.com

Make Tissue Paper Bowls, Easy, Inexpensive Craft

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Handmade Scrappy fabric bowls by Kristin Peterson 

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DIY Confetti Bowls

Make a Fabric Coil Bowl – We Are Scout

Egg Carton Bowls – How to – Caroline Webley 

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https://juliemeasures.com/recycled-blue-jean-bowl/

How To Make An Upcycled Plastic Animal Toy Bowl – HomeJelly

Scrap Fabric Bowls

Plastic Army Men Fruit Bowl : 7 Steps (with Pictures) – Instructables 

Egg Carton Paper Mache Bowls Project 

Going Globe-bowl

Trash to Treasure DIY: Repurposed Globe Bowl

Sheet Music Bowl 

Whether you’re looking to tidy up your space, need a thoughtful handmade gift, or just want an excuse to use up those crafting leftovers, these recycled bowl ideas are going to be your new obsession. I mean, who knew an old LP record could become a funky chip bowl? Or that fabric scraps could look so chic?

Personally, I’ve used mine to hold jewelry, snacks, keys, cotton balls in the bathroom—you name it. They’ve even made it into my gift baskets and craft fair booth. And every time someone asks where I got them, I get to proudly say, “Oh, I made it. From trash.”

So grab a balloon, some glue, that crumpled-up magazine you’ve been meaning to recycle, and let’s get crafting. I guarantee you’ll be looking at your recycling bin a little differently after this. If you end up making any of these, tag me—I’d love to see what kind of gorgeous bowls you whip up!

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