Three Adorable Easter Bunny Crafts Using Paper Plates

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Materials for Your Bunny Hat:

• Paper plate (one per hat)

Tools You’ll Need:

• Precision cutting tool (such as an X-Acto knife) – Adult supervision required or substitute with child-safe scissors for thicker plates.
• Pink marker
• Pencil
• Cutting mat (recommended when using a precision cutting tool)

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. 
   This first project is designed for simplicity, requiring minimal materials. While you can certainly jump straight to cutting, I find it significantly easier to sketch the outlines of the bunny ears on the plate before making any cuts. This ensures symmetry and helps visualize the final shape.
2. 
   Place your paper plate flat in front of you. Using your pencil, carefully sketch the outlines of two bunny ears in the center of the plate. It’s important that the base of each ear begins not at the very edge of the plate, but rather where the flat bottom meets the raised rim. The tips of the ears should extend across the plate towards the opposite side, also concluding where the rim meets the bottom, creating a natural headband effect.
3. 
   Once you are satisfied with your sketched ear outlines, it’s time to begin cutting them out. The key here is not to remove the ears entirely from the plate. Instead, you will be cutting out the excess space *around* the ears from the bottom of the plate, leaving the ears attached to the plate’s rim.
4. 
   Attempting this cut with a pair of scissors can be quite challenging, as the paper plate cannot be folded in half without risking unwanted bend lines or creases in the finished product. For a cleaner, more precise cut, consider the next step.
5. 
   For optimal results and ease, I highly recommend placing the paper plate on top of a cutting board or a self-healing mat. Then, use a precision cutting tool, such as an X-Acto knife (with adult supervision, of course!), to meticulously remove the excess space around the sketched ear outlines. This method allows for smooth curves and sharp edges.
6. 
   Upon completion of this cutting step, what should remain of your paper plate is its outer rim, along with the two bunny ears. These ears should still be securely attached to the rim at their base. Crucially, ensure that the points or tops of the ears are detached from the rim, allowing them to stand freely.
7. 
   Now, add a touch of color! Take a pink marker and carefully fill in the inner sections of the bunny ears. This simple detail instantly brings the ears to life and adds that classic bunny charm. Kids can also use crayons, paint, or even glitter for this step.
8. 
   The final step is wonderfully easy. Simply fold the ears gently upward from the rim of the plate so that they stand upright. And just like that, your charming paper plate bunny hat is ready to be worn! It’s perfect for Easter parties, school plays, or just adding a touch of festive fun to any day.

Ideas for Customizing Your Bunny Hat:

• Decorate the Rim: Add glitter, stickers, or draw patterns on the plate’s rim to make it even more festive.
• Texture: Glue cotton balls or faux fur to the outer ears for a fluffy effect.
• Embellishments: Attach small spring flowers, bows, or even tiny beads to the base of the ears.
• Personalization: Write the child’s name on the inside of the rim.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Materials for Your Bunny Face:

• Pink pipe cleaner
• Two paper plates
• Pink pom-pom
• Pink foam sheet (or pink construction paper)

Tools You’ll Need:

• Hot glue and glue gun (or liquid glue/glue stick)
• Black and pink markers
• Scissors
• Pencil

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. 
   For this project, you will use two paper plates to craft an adorable Easter bunny face. Begin by taking one of the paper plates and using scissors to cut out a single ear shape. To achieve this, cut an arc that mirrors the perimeter of the plate along one side. If you find it helpful, use a pencil or pen to trace the desired arc shape before making your cut.
2. 
   
   

   Once you have successfully cut out the first ear, place it on top of the same plate (or a fresh one) along an intact section of its edge. Use this first ear as a precise guideline to cut out the second ear, ensuring it matches perfectly in size and shape.

3. 
   Next, lay the second paper plate (which will become the bunny’s face) in front of you and grab your black marker. Use it to sketch the Easter Bunny’s eyes near the top of the plate. As a helpful tip, you might want to initially sketch the eyes with a pencil. This allows you to easily erase and adjust if you make a mistake, then trace over your perfected design with the black marker for a clear, permanent finish.
4. 
   Now, you’ll need to create the shapes for the bunny’s inner ears. Use your pink foam sheet or pink construction paper for this. These inner ear pieces should mimic the shape of the outer ear components you’ve already prepared, but be slightly smaller in size. The goal is to cut them so that a distinct border of the paper plate (outer ear) shows around the pink inner ear when they are attached.
5. 
   

   It’s time to attach the bunny’s ears to its head! You can use hot glue for quick and strong adhesion (adults, please be careful!), or opt for liquid glue or a glue stick, especially if working with children. Attach the ears to the *back* side of the main paper plate, ensuring they protrude upwards and do not interfere with the bunny’s face area.

6. 
   Now, let’s give our bunny some charming whiskers. You can achieve this by cutting and shaping a couple of pipe cleaners to the desired length and curl. While I used pink pipe cleaners to match the inner ears and nose, feel free to use any color you prefer to give your bunny a unique personality!
7. 
   Next, it’s time to create the bunny’s cute nose. Take your pink pom-pom and carefully glue it in place over the center of the whiskers. Position it slightly above where the mouth will be drawn, creating a sweet focal point for the face.
8. 
   

   Finally, as the last step in completing our bunny’s face, use a black marker to draw the bunny’s mouth. This typically involves drawing a simple “Y” shape or two curved lines extending downwards from just underneath the pom-pom nose. Your adorable paper plate bunny face is now complete and ready to bring smiles!

Creative Twists for Your Bunny Face:

• Different Eyes: Instead of drawn eyes, use googly eyes for a playful, wiggly effect.
• Cheeks: Add two cotton balls below the nose for fluffy cheeks.
• Expression: Experiment with different mouth shapes to give your bunny various expressions (happy, surprised, silly).
• Colors: Use different colored paper plates or paint the plate before adding features for a unique look.
• Bow Ties/Headbands: Add a small paper bow tie below the chin or a paper flower headband between the ears.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty: Easy

Materials for Your Bunny Basket:

• Three paper plates
• Assorted pom-poms
• Ribbon (for the handle)
• Pink foam sheets (or construction paper)
• Googly eyes
• Cotton stuffing (or cotton balls)

Tools You’ll Need:

• Scissors
• Black marker
• Stapler
• Hot glue and glue gun (or liquid glue/glue stick)
• Pencil

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. 
   In this creative project, you will be crafting a charming Easter Bunny face that also cleverly doubles as a small Easter basket! To achieve this dual purpose, you will need three paper plates, rather than the two used in the previous bunny face project.
2. One of the plates will serve as the primary Easter bunny’s face. Another plate will be transformed into its distinct ears. The third and final plate will be ingeniously utilized to create the “basket” pouch at the back, allowing it to hold small treasures.
3. 
   You will begin by constructing the basket pouch. Select one of your three paper plates and, using scissors, cut out a section that comprises approximately one-third of the plate. As you cut, create a gentle, curved line. When you examine the larger, remaining section of the plate, orient it so the intact part of the rim faces downwards. The top edge you just created should form a “smile” shape rather than a “frown” curve, which will be important for the pouch’s opening.
4. 
   Next, take this larger, cut-out section and align it onto one of the other full paper plates – specifically, the one designated to become the bunny’s face. You will staple this piece onto the face plate to form the pouch.
5. Since your primary objective is to create a hollow pouch, position the two plates against each other with their convex (outward-curving) sides facing outwards. Carefully align the perimeters of both plates and proceed to staple them securely together along the edges. Ensure that the curved “smile” opening of your cut-out section remains open. Once completed, you should have a narrow, functional pouch firmly attached to the main plate.
6. 
   

   In this step, we will skillfully create the bunny’s ears using the third paper plate. Similar to our previous bunny projects, we will leverage the natural arc of the plate’s perimeter. Simply use a pencil to sketch identical arcs, extending from the edge of the plate on both sides, to create a perfectly symmetrical pair of ears. Then, carefully cut them out. While this step is quite simple, observing the accompanying video tutorial can provide an even clearer visual explanation.

7. You will now need to craft the inner ears for your adorable bunny. For this particular step, grab your pink construction paper or a pink foam sheet. Cut out shapes that are identical to the outer ear pieces you just made, but ensure they are slightly smaller in size. This contrast in size will create a lovely visual depth for the ears.
8. Using hot glue (or your preferred adhesive), carefully attach the smaller pink inner ear pieces onto the larger paper plate outer ear pieces. Position them centrally, leaving a border of the outer ear showing around the pink interior.
9. 
   Once the ears are fully assembled and dry, use hot glue to attach them securely onto the bunny’s face plate. Remember to glue them to the *back* of the plate so they don’t obstruct the bunny’s facial features on the front. It’s also crucial to glance at the back of the plate to orient yourself correctly regarding the pouch’s opening. This ensures you attach the ears to the proper “top” side of the plate, preventing your bunny’s face from ending up upside down relative to its basket!
10. 
    Now for some character! Take your googly eyes and glue them firmly onto the front of the plate, just below where the ears are positioned. The whimsical wobble of googly eyes always adds an extra touch of cuteness to any craft.
11. 
    It’s time to create the bunny’s wonderfully fluffy cheeks. Grab your cotton stuffing and gently pull it apart to form two soft, round balls. These will be glued onto the bunny’s face, spaced a little below the googly eyes. If you don’t have cotton stuffing readily available, standard cotton balls work just as well; simply shred them slightly and reshape them as needed to achieve the desired fluffy look.
12. 
    Between the two cotton ball cheeks and positioned just below them, glue your chosen pom-pom. This will serve as the perfect, soft little nose for your Easter Bunny, completing the central facial features.
13. 
    With your black marker, carefully draw the bunny’s signature teeth just underneath its pom-pom nose. A simple “V” shape or two parallel vertical lines can create a charming effect.
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    To finalize your delightful “basket,” staple a long ribbon to the back of the plate to serve as a convenient carrying handle. Position the attachment points just below the base of the ears and above the top edge of the pouch. After this last step, your charming paper plate bunny basket is officially complete and ready for its first Easter egg hunt or as a unique gift holder!

Filling Your Easter Bunny Basket:

• Small Eggs: Perfect for mini chocolate eggs or plastic eggs filled with tiny treats.
• Sweets & Candies: Fill with jelly beans, small lollipops, or other favorite Easter candies.
• Craft Supplies: A handful of stickers, mini markers, or small erasers make great non-candy fillers.
• Springtime Favors: Small toy chicks, bunnies, or flowers.
• Personalized Notes: Tuck in a sweet message or an Easter-themed riddle for a thoughtful touch.