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March 7, 2016 by Bre

Adorable Spring Bunny Gumball Machine Craft

Last Christmas I saw many photos of tiny toy trucks and mini Christmas trees in old gumball machines.  They were absolutely adorable and it was an idea that I loved!  I have been hunting for the perfect gumball machine since then, but haven’t stumbled upon the right one just yet.  But that’s okay because for my Easter decor I made my own spring bunny gumball machine, which was so fun to make and gives a similar look!  Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.

I mean, come on!  These are cute, right?

Supplies for Spring Bunny Gumball Machine

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  • Small flower pots
  • Small candy jars with lids  (I bought these at Dollar Tree.)
  • Small wood finials or drawer knobs
  • Strong, multi-purpose glue
  • Chalky finish paint (I used this kind and this kind)
  • Foam brush
  • Foam bunnies (I bought mine at Michaels but they don’t have them online.  Linked bunnies are similar.  Pull them off the floral pick stick for this project.)
  • Floral moss
  • Hot glue and glue gun
  • Decorative ribbon

Instructions for Making a Spring Bunny Gumball Machine

Begin by painting the flower pot, candy jar lid, and wooden knob or finial with the chalky finish paint.  Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Next, place floral moss into the bottom of the candy jar. Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Put hot glue onto the bottom of the foam bunnies and press them into the floral moss that’s in the bottom of the candy jar. Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Put the lid on the candy jar, and glue the finial or knob to the top.  Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Flip the dry, painted flower pot over and cover the bottom with glue. I used this glue, which is my favorite for adhering all kinds of things together – even glue and terra cotta! Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Press the candy jar onto the glue and let it sit, untouched, for the time indicated on the glue packaging.  This will make sure that the glass and terra cotta properly bond to one another.  Add some decorative ribbon where the two meet for a cute, final touch!Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.

I just love this little project!  Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.
I kept one for myself and am bringing the other to my elderly neighbor this week. She will probably be like “what is this?!?” but hopefully it will bring her some Easter cheer, nonetheless! Adorable! Make these bunny gumball machines for your Easter decor or spring decor this year! Click through for the full tutorial and supply list.

What do you think about my spin on the gumball machine decor idea?  Will you be making one for yourself this spring?

-Bre

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marissa | rae gun ramblings

Oh this is so darling. My decorations kind of fall off at Valentines day I should really force myself to make these to start an Easter collection!

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3 years ago
Kim~madeinaday

This is such a sweet idea, love the adorable bunnies inside. Stopping by to let you know you are being featured on Friday’s P3 Party post! Have a great week! Thanks for pinning!
Best,
Kim

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3 years ago
Diane Schiffer

Love this cute idea! I will be making this for sure! Thanks so much for this sweet idea. Diane, Nana to 3 beautiful grandchildren.

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Sarah

This is a super cute craft!
But I wonder where you got the jars..? The link you provided for it on the supply list shows an item that does not have the cut-out on the side of the jar, like the ones you worked with. I’m planning a craft for seniors at a retirement home and it would be much easier for them with access through the side of the jar, like what you have made. Can you please tell me where you got your jars?

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2 years ago
Sarah

Oh, never mind! Disregard my first comment, I looked at your photos again and realized there is no access through the side of the jar. They’re so clean and from the angle of photos you took, it looked open to me! Lol

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Janice sneddon

I am sort of confused I love the colors you used one place looks like you used jars of paint then in a pic see what looks like those small. Titles of craft paint can you clarify and give colors usef

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Lori

For those who cant find the cute jars that she used. I used the glass bubble bowls from the dollar store. And for the Top I used the tray from the terra cotta pot and a. Wooden drawer handle. Still very cute! Have fun

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Zen|| Fashion & Interiors DIY blogger

This is so cute! 🙂 Iw ish it could dispense the bunnies though, hahah 🙂

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Zen

PS May i feature it on my round-up post of best Easter DIYs please? 🙂

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Jane

This such a darling little project. I’m out in the forest a ways from town so I’m going to improvise a little. I save everything lol. so I will use left over pastel spray paint ( I like shiny) and things I already have. At almost 70 yrs old I have tons of stuff. Can’t wait to get on this one! Thanks for a new Idea for an old lady!

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Dearlives

Such a sweet diy project. Love the bunnies. Can’t wait to try this one.

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