Easter Basket In A Jar!

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  If you're looking for an Easter Basket Alternative, I've got the perfect solution.
Easter Basket in a Jar
This idea is perfect for your grown children, spouse, or as an Easter dinner/party favor.  Here's how to make one:
Start with a recycled jar.  I used this one:
The jar was washed, label removed, and the lid sprayed with gold paint.  A chocolate bunny, jelly beans, and Easter grass were purchased, and we were ready to go!
A handful of grass was pushed into the jar.
The chocolate bunny was place on the grass.
Jelly beans were sprinkled around the bunny.
The lid was screwed back on and the jar was finished!
Then I decided to add some ribbon!
There are many variations for this idea.  Chocolate eggs, Peeps, a gift card, or cash could be added to the jar.  It all depends on how much you want to spend.  Which brings me to the cost:
Chocolate Bunny:  $0.98
Jelly Beans:                  1.98
Easter Grass:                  .38
Jar:                                         0
Total:                             $3.34   
I almost forgot, the ribbon was in my stash, so it was free.

 How's that for a bargain?

Comments

  1. HomeroadApril 10, 2019 at 7:05 AM

    Ann that is beautiful! I love the chocolate bunny jar :)

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  2. Tammy LagalyApril 10, 2019 at 7:33 AM

    How cute Ann. I could never make these because I'd be eating them before I could give them away! lol. So pretty!!!!

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:32 PM

      I MAY have eaten a few jelly beans, Tammy! Lol

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  3. French EtherealApril 10, 2019 at 7:46 AM

    What a fun idea, Ann! I don't know why I forget that jars can really be used for so much more than what was originally in them. I may do this for my own grown kids! <3

    Such a cute idea!!! Happy to be on the tour with you. :)

    Happy 10 on the 10th,
    Hugs,
    Barb :)

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:35 PM

      I'm sure your kids will love them, Barb. This is always such a fun hop!

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  4. Betty April 10, 2019 at 8:12 AM

    That is so cute.

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  5. Patti @ Pandoras BoxApril 10, 2019 at 8:19 AM

    What a cute idea for children - they could even make them for their cousins or friends!! This is also a cute idea for any holiday (and there are so many cute shaped jars out there!!) Happy Easter!

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:37 PM

      The possibilities really are endless, Patti! Happy Easter to you, too!

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  6. Katie MansfieldApril 10, 2019 at 8:38 AM

    This is so cute. I'm glad you filled it with the best jelly beans ever made. Precious idea.

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:39 PM

      They are my favorite jell beans! Thanks, Katie!

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  7. cloches and lavenderApril 10, 2019 at 10:05 AM

    Your Easter in a jar is a great idea for those who just want a bit of sweats for Easter.

    Ideas are endless and it can be made for each individual with their favorites

    Cindy

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:40 PM

      Thanks, Cindy. The more I think about it, the more ideas I come up with....I need to save more jars!

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  8. BenitaApril 10, 2019 at 10:56 AM

    Ann, I love this! What a great idea for kids or adults. I like that you can fill it with anything and use any color scheme! Perfect! Hugs!

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 8:41 PM

      Thanks, Benita. I'm now thinking of different holidays!

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  9. Decor To AdoreApril 10, 2019 at 11:20 AM

    This is such a cute and clever project! I am saving jars now until Easter so all my guests will recieve one. :)

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  10. Cindy@CountyRoad407April 10, 2019 at 2:47 PM

    I'd like to be a guest at onr of your parties if I can get one of those! So cute. Great idea!

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  11. Kim April 10, 2019 at 8:45 PM

    This is just darling, Ann! Not only would I love to give them away, but I would make one for myself, too! ;)

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  12. LizApril 10, 2019 at 8:46 PM

    These came out so cute! (Can I eat the chocolate now? Lol)

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  13. Tania PelletierApril 10, 2019 at 9:59 PM

    That's super cute!!

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  14. The Petersen FamilyApril 11, 2019 at 9:14 AM

    If we weren't going to be on a plane going somewhere I would totally try this!

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    1. AnnApril 11, 2019 at 9:49 AM

      Traveling sounds like more fun to me, but save it for next year!
      Thanks for stopping by...

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  15. My thrift store addictionApril 15, 2019 at 7:32 AM

    How cute! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm!

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  16. Carol@BlueskyatHomeApril 15, 2019 at 9:52 AM

    Ann, what a creative way to show off a chocolate bunny and an Easter scene. Maybe this would keep us from eating the bunny!!

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    1. AnnApril 15, 2019 at 2:42 PM

      I'm not so sure, Carol. Those chocolate bunnies are pretty tempting!

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  17. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasApril 15, 2019 at 1:13 PM

    Ann,
    This is just darling!! Great idea too!! Thanks so much for stopping by!! 2 more weeks until my surgery.....I am looking forward to getting it over!
    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. AnnApril 15, 2019 at 2:41 PM

      Thanks, Debbie! Keep us posted on how you're doing post-surgery, OK?

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  18. Amy NguyenApril 15, 2019 at 10:22 PM

    This is so cute! It would make a nice teacher gift, too. I'm always looking for creative teacher gift ideas. ;) Thanks for sharing at Sweet Inspiration!

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    1. AnnApril 16, 2019 at 9:11 AM

      It would make a nice teacher gift - great idea, Amy! Happy to share and thanks for stopping by.

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  19. Sum of their StoriesApril 20, 2019 at 7:18 PM

    That's really cute. Do you have Aldi supermarkets where you are? They have packs of 5 chocolate bunnies for just £1 here (just FYI, I guess not such great value if you have to fly 3000 miles to get them!!)

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    1. AnnApril 21, 2019 at 3:03 PM

      Thanks, Julie. We do have Aldi's here, but I never thought to look there for chocolate bunnies! You are right, a 3000 mile flight would be cost-prohibitive, but, we could finally meet! Maybe someday.... 😊

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  20. Eclectic Red BarnApril 21, 2019 at 5:12 PM

    Ann,
    I love these baskets in a jar. You are so clever. Congratulations, you are being featured at Over The Moon Linky party. I hope you stop by.
    Hugs,
    Bev

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    1. AnnApril 22, 2019 at 9:25 AM

      Thank you Bev. It's always such a treat to be featured!

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  21. Julie @ My Wee AbodeApril 22, 2019 at 1:12 AM

    Such a sweet idea! I'll need to keep this in mind as a sweet gift for my grandkids to give each other! ;-) Thanks for sharing at Homestyle Gathering, Ann!

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