Want Easy Easter Basket Ideas? You Need A System!

Finding Easter Basket Ideas Is Easier When you Have a System

About 10 years ago I made a decisions that

Saved me a lot of time
Saved me a lot of money
Saved me a lot of stress

I decided to simplify the process of filling Easter baskets for my kids.

I created an informal system that I have used moving forward every year when the time inevitably comes to play Easter bunny. Yes, you’ll still find me wandering the seasonal aisle at Target and contemplating whether I should treat myself to a bag of Reese’s peanut butter eggs. But this strategy makes the trip much shorter and much less stressful- because I’m going in with a plan.

If filling your kids’ baskets ever feels stressful, read on to learn a few easy easter basket ideas that will simplify the process.

word graphic introducing the easy easter basket ideas system I use

Reuse Your Base

DOn’t buy Baskets/Grass

Choose a neutral forever basket and filler that can grow with your child
Invest in a monogrammed liner (I like the ones from the Pottery Barn Easter shop)
Choosing a medium-sized basket means you don’t have to buy as much to fill it

Choose 1 Main Item

WoW Factor

Wish list item
Can be practical or “just for fun”
Sized appropriately (1/2-2/3 basket size)
This doesn’t have to be expensive! It can be a simple ball or stuffed animal.

Include Stuff They’ll Use

Think Practical

Avoid throw-aways; opt for consumable items that they’ll actually use
Cosmetics and personal-care items are great Easter Basket ideas because they can be fun and practical
Match your basket’s color theme (if you have one) when selecting items to make them feel thoughtful
I like to include gear for a current sport or activity (balls, eye black, water bottles, etc.)

Easter Basket Fillers

A SImple Mix

1-2 small toys for fun (chalk, bubbles, fidgets, tech items, lip gloss, Legos, etc.)
A salty or savory snack
A few small bags of candy to fill the gaps
I always tuck a chocolate bunny in the back!

Easter Basket Ideas Checklist

An Easy System You Can Repeat Every Year

Keeps things consistent between kids
Makes Easter basket shopping easier
You control the budget by adjusting the price of the items
Kids will know what to expect every year

Free Checklist Download

easy-easter-basket-ideas-checklist

Easy Easter Basket Ideas

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Want Easy Easter Basket Ideas? You Need A System!

Finding Easter Basket Ideas Is Easier When you Have a System