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Funky Bunny Garland for Easter (& a Free Template)

Fun with the Little Ones, Kids' Corner

Make a Bunny Garland with Baby’s old Pyjamas!

If you are like me and you have kept your little ones’ first pyjamas, dresses or colourful vests with the intention of turning them into something pretty one day but ended up never taking them out of the box, then this little project is for you!

The good news is this cute bunny garland takes very little time or effort and the result is fab (if I may say so myself!).

The children wanted to make something earlier this week, and after a serious lack of inspiration, I thought we could do with brightening up the middle room (it gets gloomy and dark) with some seasonal decorations. Crevette wanted to make something Easter-inspired, so we decided to go for a colourful bunny garland to attach to the large mirror in our dining room.

Bunny Garland Template + Old Sleepsuits = Perfect Upcycling Project

I find it really rewarding when we make something pretty that gives old stuff a second life. Upcycling and being creative with materials do not need to be time-consuming or tedious!
There are lots of ways in which children can be involved in this activity, making the garland even more special and we are definitely keeping ours for years to come after it comes down!

Sticking down washi tape following a simple pattern (we only used 4 different patterns) is a nice exercise for children. Crevette enjoyed doing that.

Jumpy (3 years 4 months) also had a go at using the scissors on the felt/card, showing off her motor skills. Look at her concentration! She was really pleased with herself as she was cutting bits of felt.

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - Jumpy Cutting

Beanie (5 years 5 months) chose a pattern and put the bunnies in order, carefully following her pattern.

Wriggly (1 year 8 months) helped me stick the bunnies’ fluffy tails.

Without further ado, here is how to make a funky bunny garland.

What you need to Make the Bunny Garland:


Template (download it here: Colourful Easter Garland)
A4 card, in white or assorted colours
Scraps of fabric, paper, washi tape, kids’ old sleepsuits, in colours that complement each other (be creative!)
Paintbrush
PVA glue
Washi tape
Scissors
Hole punch
String
Cotton balls or pom-poms (optional)

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - What You Need

What to do:


Start by printing the template onto 5 pieces of card. If your card is coloured on one side and white on the other, make sure you print the template on the coloured side.

Using PVA glue mixed with a little water, brush over the other side of the card and stick your chosen fabric, felt or scraps of paper. It will be sticky and go through the fabric, but it will dry fine. Leave to dry on a flat surface overnight.

Tips:
Make sure the whole piece of card is covered in glue without being soaked in it.
Once you have applied the fabric onto it, smooth it down so that it dries evenly.

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - Fabric Old Baby Clothes and Washi Tape

Cut the rabbits on the inside of the template (so no lines show when all cut).

Decide where you want to hole-punch the rabbits. Although the garland is more stable if you pierce through the base of the ears, I found it prettier to have the string through just under the bunnies’ necks.

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter -

Thread through your chosen string or ribbon.

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - Upcycled Fabrics

Add fluffy tails of you wish to, using PVA glue.

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - Fluffy Tails

Find a nice spot for your garland!

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter - Our Pretty Garland

If you are looking for quick and easy activities to do on a rainy day with your children, why not try our washi tape cards, toilet paper roll bunnies, reindeer lanterns, cute button card, paper cup dragon, finger painting, bath painting, thumbprint art, heart-themed crafts, an embroidered canvas , a stained-glass picture or even make your own play dough?

Save the bunny garland on Pinterest for later:

Funky Bunny Garland for Easter & Template

24/02/2016 · 27 Comments

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  1. Rebecca says

    28/02/2016 at 8:59 pm

    This is such a cute idea and just perfect for Easter! I’ll definitely be trying this out with my little girl, she loves bunnies! Thanks for sharing 🙂

    Reply
    • Mel says

      28/02/2016 at 11:01 pm

      My pleasure. I hope you like your it when it’s done!

      Reply
  2. Harriet from Toby & Roo says

    28/02/2016 at 9:22 pm

    Ahh so cute 🙂 That is genuinely adorable and I can’t wait to give it a go with the boys 🙂 H x

    Reply
    • Mel says

      28/02/2016 at 11:03 pm

      Thanks Harriet!

      Reply
  3. Blogging Mummy says

    29/02/2016 at 2:19 pm

    This is so cute and I will definitely be making this with my little boy. I love the little bunny tails you have put on too. My little man loves doing craft things so I know he will like making these. x

    Reply
    • Mel says

      01/03/2016 at 12:01 am

      I did hesitate with the fluffy tails but I like having just the three in the end!

      Reply
  4. Zoe L says

    29/02/2016 at 1:40 pm

    What a super cute idea. May make some of these for my childrens room I’m looking for some bunting

    Reply
    • Mel says

      29/02/2016 at 11:52 pm

      Let me know how it turns out if you make it!

      Reply
  5. Life as Mum says

    29/02/2016 at 4:06 pm

    What a great craft! Adorable

    Reply
    • Mel says

      29/02/2016 at 11:51 pm

      Thanks!

      Reply
  6. Steph says

    01/03/2016 at 10:48 am

    What a lovely craft to do with the kiddies! Easter will be here before we know it x

    Reply
    • Mel says

      01/03/2016 at 10:36 pm

      I know! It goes so quickly!

      Reply
  7. steph_baybee says

    02/03/2016 at 9:05 pm

    What a great idea, they are so cute those little bunnies! I have pinned this post for future reference!

    Reply
    • Mel says

      02/03/2016 at 10:50 pm

      Thanks lovely!

      Reply
  8. Fiona says

    04/03/2016 at 8:32 am

    What a lovely idea to use a baby’s first outfit for something like this! Looking forward to my daughter being old enough to help me. Thanks for the post X

    Reply
  9. Mother Under Measure says

    04/03/2016 at 9:43 am

    Ooh, i love this! I would love to make this with my little one, thanks for sharing x

    Reply
  10. Julie's Family Kitchen says

    04/03/2016 at 4:28 pm

    That’s adorable and perfect for Easter. xx

    Reply
  11. Kerry norris says

    04/03/2016 at 4:56 pm

    Oh my this is so cute. I love it. My daughter Eva is just over 3 so good to know that she’s about the same age. I think she’d love it x

    Reply
  12. Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says

    04/03/2016 at 6:30 pm

    How fun! This looks like something my nieces would love.

    Reply
  13. Jo of Jo's Kitchen says

    04/03/2016 at 7:36 pm

    That’s gorgeous. I must make this with my boys. Its such a fantastic idea xxx

    Reply
  14. Oana says

    04/03/2016 at 9:06 pm

    This is so beautiful and so,so creative! I am sure the girls had a blast making this.xx

    Reply
  15. Emma White (@TheRealSupermum) says

    05/03/2016 at 5:33 pm

    oh what a great idea and so cute easy yet effective

    Reply
  16. Lorraine says

    07/03/2016 at 10:28 am

    Ahh this bunting is adorable. I love all the fabric you have gone for it goes together so nicely. xxx

    Reply
  17. Tanita says

    07/03/2016 at 11:13 am

    Mel these are absolutely gorgeous. I definitely want to do some easter crafts with my two on the lead up to Easter, thanks for this great step by step. The bunny garland looks so lovely, I bet your daughter had fun making it too. x

    Reply
  18. Alex Lamb & Bear says

    09/03/2016 at 11:22 am

    I love the idea of using old clothes to make this! X

    Reply
  19. MyTu says

    07/04/2017 at 4:59 pm

    Hello, how are you? I had feature your beautiful craft in my blog, I hope you don’t mind. Have a nice day!

    Reply
    • Mel says

      07/04/2017 at 7:32 pm

      I’m glad you liked it and decided to feature it on our own blog 🙂

      Reply

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