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How to Make an Egg Tray Wreath for Easter with Dollar Store Supplies

There’s just something about springtime and Dollar Tree crafts – for me they seem to go hand in hand.  Over the past couple of years I’ve made quite a few Easter crafts with things I’ve purchased at Dollar Tree . . . things like my Dollar Store Easter Bunny and my Spring Bunny Gumball Machines.  I’m not sure I can replicate the popularity of these projects, but I tried with this Easter wreath that I made with a deviled egg tray and other supplies from Dollar Tree!  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

Supplies Needed for a DIY Egg Tray Wreath

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SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

How to Make a DIY Egg Tray Wreath

Begin by spray painting the back side of the deviled egg tray.  Be careful not to overspray (like I did), because spray paint will run over the edge of the tray and onto the front.  This will leave splotchy paint marks around the edges.  They’re not too noticeable, but they’re annoying.  🙂  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

While the deviled egg tray is drying, pull all of the foam eggs off of their wooden sticks.  Tap your fingers and grow increasingly impatient as you wait for your spray paint to dry.  (I detest waiting for paint to dry!)  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

Once the paint has dried, fire up the glue gun and get to work attaching the foam eggs into their little spots on the egg tray.  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

Next, you’ll want to fill up the center part of the egg tray.  Glue some moss at the bottom part of it, and then glue a foam bunny in there, too.  If you’re feeling extra ambitious, cut a piece of twine or string and attach it at the top of the center part of the tray.  Then wrap some washi tape around it to look like little bunting pieces.  So cute!  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

Once everything is in place and fully dried, flip it over carefully and attach two mini Command hooks upside down to the back.  Then you can run your ribbon through the hooks and tie it up for hanging!  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

And that is how you make an adorable Egg Tray Easter Wreath with Dollar Tree supplies!  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

It could not be easier (or much less expensive)!  SO CUTE! Turn a plastic deviled egg tray from Dollar Tree into an adorable Easter wreath or Spring wreath! Get the full tutorial in this post!

I’ve got another Dollar Tree Easter craft in store for you this year, and I’m really hoping I have time to make it!  Fingers crossed . . .

In the meantime, I’ll put this little wreath up with the rest of my Dollar Tree Easter decor!

-Bre

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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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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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10 Minute Bunny Wreath {Video Tutorial}

Easter is ONE month away!  Can you believe it?  It’s so early this year.  We have snow on the ground and I’m thinking about Easter.  It doesn’t seem right.  Anyway, because it will be here before we know it, I don’t think it’s too early to share this adorable 10 minute bunny wreath with you!   Adorable! This 10 Minute Bunny Wreath is a perfect addition to your Easter decor or spring decor! Plus, a video tutorial makes it easy to make on your own!

10 Minute Bunny Wreath Video Tutorial

I’m not kidding that this is a super simple project!  To SHOW you just how easy, I made a quick video tutorial for this project and posted it on my Facebook page – right here!  Simply click over to check it out!

Once you watch it and become convinced that you must make your own, come back here to download the FREE bunny ears template and to get the full supply list.  Adorable! This 10 Minute Bunny Wreath is a perfect addition to your Easter decor or spring decor! Plus, a video tutorial makes it easy to make on your own!

10 Minute Bunny Wreath Supplies

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12″ wire wreath form (white or spray painted white)

White stiffened felt

Light pink acrylic felt

Iridescent white deco mesh

White pipe cleaners

Floral pick carrot

Wired ribbon

Fabric scissors

Glue gun

Bunny Ears Template

Download the FREE template for the outer and inner bunny ears right here!

Thanks for watching and “hoppy” creating!

-Bre

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DIY Faux Copper Planters

I just love copper accents for home accessories, but I don’t love the price tag.  That stuff is expensive, man!  We put copper gutters on the front of our house last year and let me tell you – ouch.  So it came as no surprise to me that real copper planters for my front porch were out of the question.  I was going to have to use my plain black urns again this year.

But then a couple of weeks ago the Prize Gods were smiling down on me (which rarely happens), and I won a paint prize of my choice from my girl Tara at Anything & Everything blog and Modern Masters.  After I did my happy dance, which consists of a lot of fist pumping and exclamations of “booyah,” I chose their Copper Reactive Metallic Paint set and knew I would try and make my own DIY faux copper planters for my porch.

I.AM.OBSESSED.  DIY Faux Copper Planters give the look of aged copper at a fraction of the price!

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20 Minute Easter Grass “Egg Hunt” Sign

Last week when I shared my Mr. & Mrs. Moss Bunny Topiaries, I mentioned that I’d gone on somewhat of a spring crafting binge.  So you’ll have to forgive me, but you’ll be seeing quite a few “springy” projects around here over the next few weeks!  Today is no exception; it doesn’t get much springier than plastic Easter grass and sparkly eggs, in my opinion!  So I combined the two and made this fun Easter grass “egg hunt” sign!  Use Easter grass to make a cute "egg hunt" Easter decoration for your spring mantel! Click through to get the full tutorial from averageinspired.com. [Read more…]

Stenciled Chair Seats – A Thrifty and Fun Kitchen Chair Makeover

Thank you to Cutting Edge Stencils for providing the stencil used in this project and the prize to be awarded in the giveaway.  The project and opinions are all my own. One thing I love is giving a plain object new life and personality with a simple change.  Stenciling the seats of my beat up kitchen […]

5 Furniture Makeover Mistakes to Avoid {Lessons From a Failed Furniture Flip}

One hot summer night I sat in front of the TV, watching reruns of an intellectually stimulating show (most likely Real Housewives of Dallas or some other random city), while mindlessly scrolling through Facebook.  Suddenly, a post showed up in my newsfeed of someone selling a gorgeous and antique roll top desk in my local resale group . . . […]

DIY Modern Desk – A Beginner Woodworking Project {Monthly DIY Challenge}

Thank you to Kreg Tool Company for sponsoring this post.  The project and opinions are all my own!  Also, this post contains affiliate links.  Please see my full disclosure policy here. Years ago when the ladies of the Monthly DIY Challenge and I started up this whole thing, I knew there would be times that […]

Mid-Century Dining Chairs Makeover

In a strange turn of events, Chicago has had absolutely amazing weather over the past week or so.  It is FEBRUARY and we have had temperatures in the 60’s and 70’s for multiple days in a row.  I am beyond thrilled with this taste of spring in the dead of winter, and have been using it to […]