Looking for a creative spring activity? From sculpture projects to recycled crafts to nature art (even a sweet little snack!), we’re celebrating cottontail season with creative kids’ bunny crafts from a few of our favorites.  So enjoy a hop down this hip, crafty rabbit hole and burrow into some spring fun with us!

Photos of four modern and creative bunny kids crafts.

1. DIY Cardboard Bunny Mobiles

This cardboard tabletop sculpture project is a fun way to play with perspective and create a mini monument to spring!

Inspired by the famous artist Alexander Calder’s mobile sculptures, this cardboard bunny sculpture art project encourages children to explore three-dimensional design and construction.

Using simple materials like cardboard, paint, and glue, kids can learn about balance and form while creating a unique and playful springtime centerpiece for their table.

2. Pressed Flower Bunny Ears

Use lovely pressed spring flowers to make your own wearable bunny nature art with this lovely DIY. This charming DIY project combines the beauty of nature with the whimsy of bunny ears.

Children can collect and press their favorite spring flowers, then attach them to a pre-made or homemade headband to create a stunning, one-of-a-kind accessory.

3. A DIY Bunny Mask

This vibrant and imaginative DIY bunny mask project allows children to experiment with various artistic techniques like cutting, coloring, and collating.

Using materials such as construction paper, markers, and glue, kids can design their own bunny persona by layering shapes and colors to create a unique mask.

4. Stacked Bunny Sculptures

Inspired by the sleek, minimalist design of modern art, these stacked bunny sculptures are a delightful way for kids to explore shape, color, and composition.

Using wooden blocks or other stackable materials, children can paint and arrange their own bunny sculptures, playing with different heights and configurations to create a visually striking work of art.

Photos of four modern and creative bunny kids crafts.

5. Recycled Plastic Bottle Bunny Baskets

This eco-friendly bunny craft transforms old bottles into charming DIY Easter bunny baskets. Children can practice their cutting and painting skills while learning about the importance of upcycling and reducing waste.

By adding decorative details like bunny ears, faces, and cotton tails, kids can personalize their bunny baskets, making them perfect for storing Easter eggs or small treats during a festive celebration.

6. A Pocket Peter Rabbit Garden

Our DIY miniature Peter Rabbit garden activity offers kids the opportunity to recreate the world of Beatrix Potter’s beloved character, Peter Rabbit.

Featuring elements of Mr. McGregor’s garden, children can cut out and assemble the free printable pieces to create their own pocket-sized garden diorama.

This engaging spring craft not only encourages fine motor skills and creativity, but also introduces your littles ones to a classic literary tale and the joy of gardening.

7. Easy Origami Bunnies

This simple paper craft introduces children to the ancient art of origami. With step-by-step instructions, kids can fold and shape colorful pieces of paper into adorable origami bunny figures.

8. Air-Dry Clay Bunny Pinch Pots

This hands-on clay craft invites children to explore the tactile world of pottery by creating their own bunny-themed pinch pots. Using air-dry or oven-bake clay, kids can shape and mold their pots, adding details such as ears, faces, and even little cotton tails.

Once the pots are dry, they can be painted and decorated, making them ideal for holding small treasures or as a charming decorative element for any room.

Photos of four modern and creative bunny kids crafts.

9. DIY Suncatcher Bunny Ears

Bad hare day? No one will notice if you’re sporting a pair of DIY’ed suncatcher bunny ears! Add some sparkle to your day with this eye-catching suncatcher bunny ears craft.

Kids can create their own sweet headbands using materials such as translucent plastic sheets or tissue paper, embellishing them with colorful, light-catching details.

This craft is a great way to have kids get involved in making their own fun accessories to wear during a spring celebration or Easter event (even just to brighten up a gloomy day!).

10. Recycled Spring Bunny Art

This eco-conscious craft project breathes new life into empty egg cartons, transforming them into cute 2D bunny art.

Children can practice their cutting, painting, and gluing skills while learning about the importance of repurposing and recycling materials.

The finished bunnies make for adorable decorations or playmates.

11. Folk Art Bunnies

Try a delightfully-fun spring art process to make this charming Cottontail craft that combines traditional folk art style with age-appropriate techniques for a modern twist.

Kids will explore various materials, textures, and patterns while creating unique bunny masterpieces in the form of folk art bunnies.

12. DIY Bunny Ear Crowns

Elevate your bunny ear game with this stylish and nature-inspired bunny ear crown craft. Kids can design their enchanting bunny ear headpiece by upcycling an old floral wreath or creating one from fresh or artificial flowers.

Photos of four modern and creative bunny kids crafts.

13. Felted Bunny Portraits

Discover the versatile world of felting with this delightful bunny portrait craft. Children can learn the basics of needle felting or wet felting techniques, using colorful wool roving to create textured and vibrant bunny images.

Finished felted bunny portraits can be framed, used as decoration, or given as heartfelt gifts.

14. DIY Spring Bunny Easter Trees

Add a touch of natural charm to your spring decor with this simple and enchanting bunny Easter tree craft.

Kids can use the provided free printables to create adorable bunny and chick ornaments, which can then be hung on a small branch or twig.

15. No-Sew Sock Bunnies

Transform an old sock into a cuddly and eco-friendly no-sew sock bunny friend with this simple, kid-friendly craft project.

16. A Simple DIY Bunny Purse

Encourage budding seamstresses and fashionistas with this fun and functional DIY bunny purse project.

For more hoppy kids’ spring craft ideas, visit our full collection of spring projects and activities!

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Amanda Eldridge
Amanda Eldridge

With a passion for cultivating imagination, Amanda aims to help kids and families discover their creative potential through art, play, adventure, activism, conservancy, and community. Amanda has a background in graphic design, environmental design, and art curation. When not playing with ideas and designs for barley & birch, she enjoys working in freelance design, art, and illustration.

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  1. Thanks so much for including us with your HOPPY celebration! Bunnies are my daughter’s favourite animals!

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