Easter Basket Alternatives

Most of us have found that saving things from one holiday to another is not always practical. I am referring to things like those treasured Easter Baskets. While some people have ample storage space and are not concerned with a place to keep the baskets from one year to another, others among us struggle with finding a spot to put them. The solution is simple, instead of using a traditional Easter basket, why not use another item that can serve as a basket temporarily and then be used for a practical purpose?

I have searched the Internet and found some creative ideas. Some are more suitable for smaller kids, but others are perfect for teens and even adults. Keep reading, you’re sure to see an idea or two that will work for you and your loved ones.

A ball cap can be perfect for the boy or man in your life. Just fill the cap in the same way you would an Easter basket. Add a little special touch of a wonderful treat and a letter from The Easter Bunny that mentions something about the love of the sport or whatever the cap represents. This idea also works for little boys that are into other things that can represented by a hat or cap. You can find fire fighter hats, Army helmets, construction hard hats, cowboy hats, or whatever. Another idea for a little boy is using a large toy dump truck to hold those Easter goodies.

You can use almost any theme you want. If there is a fisherman in your life (regardless of his age) you can use a tackle box. After all, Easter comes at a time of year when many of us are thinking about all the outdoor activities that we enjoy – why not get a jump on some of the things you will need to buy?

With that thought in mind you might consider such things as a backpack, a small duffle bag, a golf bag, or even a little wagon. The big guy in your life might love the idea of a tool box or even a wheel barrel. Imagine the fun you could have filling these larger containers!

The females in your world also want to have fun and get a little something extra at Easter. Many of the makeup bags are perfect for this purpose. Little girls will appreciate a stroller or a play shopping cart filled with Easter treats. Purses also work well for this.

Sand pails, flower pots and jewelry boxes are other ideas that will work well for this. Even bike helmets or a decorative dish can be used. In one article I found the suggestion of using an emptied paint cans. What I like about this ideas is the fact that its recycling something that is usually thrown out and the cans can be painted and decorated in lots of cute ways. In fact, you happen to be preparing a ‘basket’ for a painter this is an adorable idea. You could add a new paintbrush as a special Easter treat.

As you can see, the possibilities are endless. Just use your imagination. Find something that will serve a dual purpose. Then when the container is empty of Easter candy and treats it can be used for even more fun. And the best part is you are giving the recipient a great gift that was unexpected.