Crafts for Kids: Recycled Egg Carton Springtime Basket

This springtime basket is perfect for little ones gathering colorful Easter eggs and or for a special springtime party.

Materials and Supplies:
Recycled cardboard egg cartons
Spray paint
Wire (electrical works great)
Buttons
Ribbon pieces
Paper grass
Tacky glue
Scissors
Hole puncher

Directions:
Cut the lid and side piece from the egg carton and spray paint it. Two coats will make it brighter and shinier.

Cut a 24-inch piece of wire. Add buttons to the wire every 2 inches or so by threading the wire through the holes and twisting it around.

Punch a hole in each end of the carton and thread your wire ends through, twisting them to secure a handle.

Tie 6-inch pieces of ribbon onto the handle into double knots. You can double a few sections up to create a thicker and fuller look.

Eggcellent! Add paper grass in each hole if you like that addition. If you want it to stay secure, put a little tacky glue in each hole first, then let it dry for a few hours before using the basket.

Laura Kelly is a North Carolina artist and creator of Laura Kelly Designs. Find more of her crafts at laurakellydesigns.com.

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