Using simple materials, create fun and festive decorative Easter carrots. This craft is perfect for toddlers and crafters of all ages, and options range from paper cutouts to yarn-wrapped designs.
Materials Needed
- White cardstock or construction paper
- Orange and green markers, paint, or tissue paper
- Scissors
- Glue stick or child-safe liquid glue
- Googly eyes (optional for fun faces)
- Green pipe cleaners or paper strips (for leaves)
- Clothespins and orange yarn (for alternative designs)
- Brown marker (for texture lines)
Project 1: Simple Paper Carrots for Toddlers
Step 1: Create the Carrot Base
- Cut out a large carrot shape from white cardstock or construction paper.
- Have your toddler colour or paint the carrot orange.
Step 2: Add Texture and Leaves
- Use a brown marker to draw small lines for added detail.
- Cut out green paper strips or use handprints to create carrot leaves.
- Glue the leaves to the top of the carrot.
Step 3: Decorate (Optional)
- Add googly eyes for a playful touch.
- Use crumpled orange tissue paper for extra texture.
Project 2: Yarn-Wrapped Easter Carrots
Step 1: Prepare the Base
- Use a clothespin or cut a small triangle from cardboard as the carrot base.
Step 2: Wrap with Yarn
- Secure one end of orange yarn with glue or a small tape piece.
- Wrap the yarn tightly around the shape until fully covered.
Step 3: Add Leaves
- Attach green pipe cleaners or paper strips to the top.
- Twist or curl them slightly for a natural look.
Project 3: Carrot-Shaped Easter Baskets
Step 1: Make the Carrot Shape
- Cut an orange cardstock piece into a cone shape.
- Roll and secure the edges with glue or tape to form a basket.
Step 2: Add Details
- Draw brown texture lines with a marker.
- Cut green paper fringe and glue it inside the top of the basket.
Step 3: Fill with Treats
- Add sweets, chocolate eggs, or small trinkets inside the basket.
Final Touches
- Allow glue to dry before handling.
- Display carrots on mantels, Easter baskets, or table centrepieces.
