It’s no secret that I’m a Francophile. I’m also a craftaholic, so when I stumble upon DIY projects with the simple artistry so characteristic of the French, I get truly excited. The French are known for their delicate handiwork, beautiful embroidery, and attention to small, lovely details. (I especially fell in love with their detailed tailoring of baby clothes while visiting France when my children were small.) My babies are grown now, but my affinity for French craftsmanship still abounds.
And Easter is approaching… so here’s a round-up of my favorite French inspired crafts for the holiday. Understated but oh, so lovely.
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paper sac adorned with flowers
This craft from Marie Claire Idees is easy but so sweet and pretty. Take a simple white paper bag and embellish it with felt, glitter, or (as shown here) flowers. It is not only a great carry-all for egg hunts but a collaborative project you can make with your child.
mini cuttings in an egg cup
Few things can transport you back to childhood more than planting mini cuttings on a windowsill, then anxiously awaiting their new growth. So why not inject some greenery into your Easter tablescape with an updated version of this memory? (Another sweet idea from Marie Claire Idees.) Save the shells from your next baking project. Gently wash them out, then place a small patch of dirt or potting soil into them. Succulents, herbs, flowers or even grass can be planted in the soil. Start them a little before Easter, so the sprouts will be large enough to make a fresh Spring statement for your Easter meal.
vintage bunny cake
I fell in love with this cake decorated with a vintage bunny straight out of a fairy tale. For the French, details matter, even when it comes to a cake that will surely be eaten in much less time than it took to create it!
This retro bunny design can be downloaded. If you don’t have the equipment and supplies necessary to print the design onto an edible transfer sheet, you can use an online service to do it for you, such as Edible Tasty Prints. Then add marzipan flowers and letters as you wish. You can learn more about this project from Marie Claire Idees.
pom-pom bunnies
These little creatures are easy to make. Follow this video tutorial by Awbee’s Corner to make 2 pom-poms, one a bit larger than the other. Tie together and trim away any loose pieces to make the balls neat and round. Using the photo below from Ikatbag, make the felt ears, eyes and nose. Then securely glue them to the bunny shape.
edible centerpiece
The French are notorious for strolling through their potagers for natural elements to use in beautiful arrangements. And why limit it to flowers? This elegant centerpiece by Marie Claire Maison is both easy to make (fresh veggies arranged artistically on a piece of moss) and edible!
Joyeuses Paques! Have fun with these French Easter crafts!
