Easter Archives - Linda Nelson

A THRIFTY NOR’ “EASTER”

March 8, 2018

Hey there! Just before our area was gifted with a windy, slushy mess yesterday, I scrambled to get some errands done. On my list was visiting a new-to-me little thrift shop, and a mission to find a very particular something. I scored!

So, pay attention moms with little tots; this one’s for you!

My vision was toddler size clothing that could be turned into Easter egg hunt gathering bags.

Ta-da!

©Linda Nelson 2018

Aren’t they adorable? And, after the egg gathering activities are over, these fashionable little vessels can hold socks, mittens, trinkets or any little clutch of goodies.

For the dress, I simply turned it inside out, sewed the bottom shut, then turned it back to right side out. With a few machine stitches, I reinforced the straps to handle the weight of anything stashed inside.

©Linda Nelson 2018

The process was basically the same for the overalls, though I did cut off the leg/crotch snaps and reduce the length of the legs.

©Linda Nelson 2018

You can even take it a step further and adorn them with bows, colorful buttons, appliques, etc….

Now, go raid your kid’s wardrobe and get creative!

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BUNNY TAILS AND BIRD SEED

Here’s a bird friendly alternative to the children’s classic Easter egg hunt. In lieu of candy, fill the eggs with bird seed, pure cotton balls (bunny tails) and excelsior or natural raffia. Have the children create little nests, fill them up, then place them about the yard as an offering to our feathered friends. The birds will eat the seeds and use the rest to build nests. Kids will enjoy constructing the nests and strategically tucking them about in trees and shrubs.