Easter is just around the corner, so to make the holiday memorable for your family, why not go all out with these Easter basket ideas before the Easter Bunny’s arrival?
The tradition of giving Easter baskets dates back centuries, and today, baskets filled with chocolate bunnies, Easter decor and other goodies are commonly shared with loved ones.
We’ve rounded up the best Easter egg baskets available in New Zealand. If you’re wondering what to fill them to the brim with, check out our curation of sweet and savoury treats and other thoughtful gifts beyond chocolate eggs.
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Happy Easter Basket
$14.00 (usually $20.00) at Spotlight
The Happy Easter Basket from Spotlight is a versatile carry-all and a charming addition to your Easter celebrations. Use the sweet gingham vessel as a holiday gift basket, for gathering goodies in an Easter egg hunt, or as a decorative dining table feature.
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Bunny Pompom Basket
$14.95 (usually $39.95) at Best Deals
The perfect pink bunny-themed basket bag for kids, they’ll love running around the garden to collect their chocolate eggs. After the excitement of the egg hunt, the Easter egg basket can store their holiday crafts and toys. They’ll adore the basket’s pompom bunny tail detailing, too!
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Papier Mache Easter Egg Basket
$12.60 (usually $18.00) at Spotlight
Artistic adults and kids will appreciate this crafty Papier Mache Easter egg basket that doubles as a DIY decorating project.
If you’re after a craft kit to help decorate your basket, we recommend thisEaster craft tubfrom Spotlight, which has all the glitter, stickers and chenille sticks you’ll need!
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Crocodile Basket
$9.99 at Best Deals
With its colourful and goofy crocodile design, but, the kids will love throwing their eggs into this canvas cotton basket. Lightweight and durable, they’ll use it all year round.
This wooden wicker basket is ideal for those after a classic yet elegant hamper that can be used year-round.
Once the last Easter egg has been eaten, the basket can carry your garden harvest, be taken to the weekend market, or used as a fruit bowl in the kitchen.
The best part? You can personalise the Easter basket by having a name etched onto the outside, making it a thoughtful holiday gift your recipient will treasure.
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Easter Plush Bunny Basket
$17.50 (usually $25.00) at Spotlight
Perfect for younger children, this plush Easter bunny basket doubles as an adorable Easter decoration or a basket for safekeeping treasure. Soft and sweet with a dainty flower crown, it will soon become a much-loved toy.
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Wicker Easter Bunny Basket
$8.50 at Kmart
This classic wicker basket features a bunny ear design, so it’ll appeal to minimalists who appreciate a cute twist.
We recommend filling the Easter basket with colour-coordinated easter eggs for an aesthetically pleasing gift.
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Bamboo Party Easter Basket
$7.00 at The Warehouse
Eco-conscious recipients will appreciate this natural bamboo Easter basket. Load it up with freshly baked hot cross buns for a wholesome morning tea.
What typically goes into Easter basket?
Easter Basket staples include scrumptious Easter eggs, hot cross buns, Easter baking (these dark chocolate Easter truffles are a must), or something special to show them you care.
The great thing about Easter baskets is that they can be filled to the brim with anything the receiver loves.
What can I include in Easter baskets for kids?
Easter eggs, craft supplies, books, toys and bunny slippers are popular gift ideas to put in an Easter basket for kids. This Easter, here are the items we’re loading our baskets with:
- Standing Bunny With Basket, $14 (usually $20.00), at Spotlight
- Paint Your Own Easter Kit, $8.40 (usually $12.00), at Spotlight
- Glitter Mini Eggs, $4.20 (usually $6.00), at Spotlight
- Easter Bunny Nose, $4.20 (usually $6.00), at Spotlight
- Kids’ Bunny Slippers, $18.00, at The Warehouse
What can I put in an Easter egg basket for an adult?
While adults love chocolate eggs too, Easter-themed decor, baking tools, and cosy slippers (for cooler weather), are ideal for the long weekend. Here are some of our favourite goodies to include in baskets for friends, family and loved ones:
- Gingham Carrot Bunting, $8.40 (usually $12.00), at Spotlight
- Bunny Love Easter gift box, $64.95, at Celebration Box
- Easter Cookie Cutters, $5.60 (usually $8.00), at Spotlight
- Happy Easter Cookies, $34.95 at Celebration Box
- Easter Wreath, $14.00 (usually $20.00), at Spotlight
- Crossover Slippers, $20.99 (usually $29.99) at Cotton On
