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

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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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Have you ever been to the cuckoo clock shop at Tamborine Mountain? It’s like stepping into another world — a charming, ticking wonderland filled with thousands (yes, literally thousands) of clocks. Some are grand and ornate, others tiny and tucked away like secrets waiting to be discovered. I remember walking through the shop with my kids, completely enchanted by the whirring gears, dancing figurines, and the joyful chorus of chimes. It was one of those places where time feels like it both stops and flies.

That same feeling came flooding back when I stumbled across this adorable craft project from Teawagon Tales called Time Flies. In true vintage style, it’s a whimsical little DIY that combines scraps of fabric, old paper, buttons, and clock faces into sweet butterfly-like creations — a beautiful mashup of memory, imagination, and just plain cuteness.

It reminded me that crafting is a little like walking through that clock shop. Each piece holds a story, a tick of nostalgia, and the joy of noticing small details. You don’t need much — just some leftover fabric, maybe an old book page or two, and a few bits from your button tin. And suddenly you’re creating something that feels like it fluttered out of a fairytale.

So if you’ve got a stash of pretty paper or vintage bits and bobs you’ve been saving for “something special,” this might be the perfect project to give them new life.

Take a look at the full tutorial and soak up some serious inspiration:
Time Flies – Teawagon Tales

And if you ever find yourself near Tamborine Mountain, do yourself a favour — pop into that cuckoo clock shop. It’s pure magic for anyone who knows that time isn’t just measured in minutes, but in memories.