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Fun and Frugal Easter Basket Ideas:
It’s time to think about Easter baskets and all the goodies you can fill them with. There’s nothing more exciting than watching the kids open their Easter baskets, but, what if your budget is limited this year? The good news is you can still fill those Easter baskets with tons of fun without going over your budget.
Check out these 30 fun and frugal Easter basket ideas so you can fill those Easter baskets without breaking the bank! You’ll find tons of ideas for making your Easter baskets sweet and special.
The ideas here are all the things that I would like or would love to pass on to my children. Over the years as a mom, I’ve grown very annoyed with all the “disposable” toys. So with that in mind, I’ve rounded up what I consider to be “long term” ideas. I hope you enjoy and find the perfect affordable Easter basket idea!
1. Lip balm or lip gloss.
The lip balm is perfect for both boys and girls. Little ones will love their own lip gloss.
2. Sunglasses or Sun Hat
Now that spring has arrived, a hat or sunglasses will definitely get some use.
3. Candy, gum, sweets
You can’t have an Easter basket without some candy and food items, right? I was recently told by my dentist that gum containing xylitol is great for fighting cavities.
4. Fruit snacks, nuts, dry fruits
For a healthier alternative, try fruit snacks, nuts, or even dried fruit for breakfast.
5. Playing cards or trading cards
Kids love trading cards and playing cards! A set of Uno cards is always a fun idea too!
6. Toothbrush, baby toothpaste
A new battery-powered toothbrush is more fun than a regular toothbrush. You can always feel good by giving her a gift! Pair them with a kid-friendly toothpaste.
7. Water Wow!
These Melissa and Doug Waters Wow books are great fun for little ones. Great for road trips and a nice quiet activity.
8. Hair Ties, Headbands, Hair Accessories
Girls will love a new selection of hair accessories. Choose from a wide variety at your local dollar store.
9. Kids Gardening Supplies Like Seeds, Small Pots, and Gloves
With the arrival of spring it will allow children to get outside and be active in the yard and garden. This seed variety pack looks great!
10. Paint with Diamonds
I’m all for a creative activity that will keep kids engaged for a long time! These Paint By Diamond kits are sure to be a hit!
11. Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty
These Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty are a little pricey, but oh so mesmerizing. Your local toy store might be a good place to look!
12. Kid’s Themed Drinking Cups
Find baby themed plates, cups and dishes. The kids enjoy making their own dishes for breakfast!
13. Push Bubble Fidget Toy
So fidget toys are a hit with any kid. This especially, I think, would be great for counting activities for young children.
14. Nail Polish, Nail File, Nail Art
This idea is perfect for the little fashionista.
15. Umbrella
My kids love having their own fun umbrella for rainy spring days.
16. pen
I find gel pens, or any type of pen are a hit with my kids! Especially the fun colors.
17. Kid Fanny Pack
The fanny packs of our youth are back in style! Choose a kid-friendly one for all your spring adventures!
18. Puzzles
The puzzles are perfect for keeping the kids busy on a rainy spring day.
19. Children’s Books
Find some fun children’s books that are perfect for cuddles every night. It is cute for kids.
20. Coloring Books and Activity Books
Keep kids busy with a variety of coloring and activity books and crayons. These paint by sticker books are so much fun.
21. Crayons, Markers, Colored Pencils
Let the little artist out of your child with a variety of crayons and other coloring materials.
22. Stickers, sticker pads, sticker books
Kids never get tired of stickers. Give them a fun spring selection to get creative with.
23. Journal, notebook, scratch pad
Journals and notebooks are perfect for kids of any age to sketch their thoughts and doodle. These scratch pads look really fun!
24. Pick up sticks
A fun classic game of pick up sticks is always a good idea and will last a long time!
25. Dough, cookie cutter, dough roller
Encourage fine motor skills with an assortment of dough and accessories.
26. Craft Kits, Mini Painting Kits, Craft Supplies
For the budding artist, finding craft supplies is always fun. I always find fun little craft kits at the dollar store.
27. Writing Tablet
LCD writing tablets have been a favorite in our household for many years! Ours actually live in the car and are pulled out and played with every time we go somewhere!
28. Sidewalk Chalk
Sidewalk chalk is perfect for keeping busy on a spring day!
29. Beach toys, beach buckets, sand castle equipment
Summer is just around the corner and kids wouldn’t love to have beach toys on hand.
30. Push Pop Bubbles
These push pop bubbles are tons of fun! A great calming sensory toy to bring with you wherever you go! Adults have fun with these too 😉
31. Water Bottles
There’s a new water bottle coming to my kids’ baskets this year. They desperately need a new one!
32. Squishmellow
I’m not sure I’ve ever met a kid who didn’t like Squishmallow. They are just so… squishy and soft! I’ll link to Amazon, but I think they’re cheaper at other stores.
33. Pajamas
Pajamas are always a good idea! I find that with the change in season and pace of growth, there is always a need for new pajamas for my kids to wear.
34. Bathing Suit
Similar reasoning to above, I think spring is a great time for an oversized bathing suit.
As you can see, these Easter basket options are fun, affordable, and long-lasting. Check out these treats and more to find at your local dollar store or on Amazon. These are all frugal Easter basket ideas that are perfect for filling your Easter baskets this year!
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I’d love to know, what do you put in your kids’ Easter baskets every year? What are your frugal Easter basket ideas? Let me know in the comments below.