- For a large group of children, such as a classroom or scout troop, use free, recyclable materials to make colorful Easter baskets. Collect the small plastic baskets used to package strawberries or cherry tomatoes. Have the children tear colored tissue paper into small pieces and cover the outside of the basket using a paint brush dipped in liquid starch to secure the paper to the frame. A long pipe cleaner can be made into the basket's handle and twisted into place on opposing sides of the basket's brim.
- Instead of produce baskets, use large, empty tin cans to make Easter baskets. Larger cans are preferred, and choose containers with smooth edges. To decorate the outside of the can, tear colored tissue paper into small pieces and wrap around the eraser end of a pencil. This will form a tiny cup shape. Dip the center in white glue and press the tiny shape onto the outside of the tin can. It will resemble a tiny flower. Repeat until the entire can is covered with the mini-tissue flowers.
- Turn paper lunch sacks into Easter baskets. Begin by decorating the outer sides of the sack with crayons or paint; leave the top third of the sack undecorated. Open the sack and roll down the top third to create a brim for the basket. Fill the bottom of the paper basket with shredded paper. This will help the basket keep its shape and will serve as a comfy bottom for whatever is added later. Use heavy construction paper to make a handle. To do this, cut a long strip of the construction paper and staple each end to the brim.
