As Easter approaches, let’s think beyond traditional egg hunts and sweet-filled baskets to embrace a more sustainable and eco-friendly approach to celebrating. With a little creativity and thoughtful planning, a fun plastic-free Easter is just a hop away.

Eco-Friendly Eggs – Choose biodegradable rather than plastic eggs which end up in landfill. You could get crafty and make your own using recycled paper, cardboard from egg boxes,  felt, or use natural materials such as wood or eggshells. Ditch the store-bought dyeing kits usually full of synthetic colours and opt for natural dyes instead such as turmeric, beetroot, and spinach to create unique patterns.  To fill the eggs use organic chocolates, dried fruits, or homemade treats adding a personal touch to your Easter hunt.

Nature Walk Treasure Hunt - Take the egg hunt outdoors and turn it into a nature walk treasure hunt! Create a list of items (as well as the eggs!) to find such as colourful flowers, unique pebbles, or different leaf shapes, or use this nature scavenger hunt book. Explore the natural world and enjoy the fresh air and sunshine.

Egg-ceptional Decorations - Get crafty by making your own Easter decorations using sustainable materials such as hessian, or organic cotton to make colourful bunting. Gather twigs, flowers, and leaves to create beautiful Easter wreaths or a table centrepiece. Not only will they look stunning, but they're also entirely compostable! Get little hands involved by making Easter-themed crafts such as paper bunny masks or eggshell planters for growing spring flowers. If DIY really isn’t your thing, hop over to the Marketplace and discover the beautiful range of plastic-free decorations from small businesses.

Give the Gift of Experiences - Instead of filling Easter baskets with plastic trinkets and toys, consider giving the gift of experiences instead. Treat special ones to experiences such as tickets to the nearest botanical gardens, perhaps a visit to a farm park, or local museum, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Spread the Word - Share your plastic-free Easter journey with friends and family on social media and inspire others to join in on the fun! Use hashtags like #PlasticFreeEaster or #SustainableSpring to spread awareness and encourage others to adopt more eco-friendly practices.

This Easter let's celebrate in a way that brings joy, and is kind to the planet. With a little thought and creativity, we can make a big difference and create special memories that will last a lifetime. Happy Easter!🐰🌷