“With Easter just around the corner, it’s time to think about all the sweet treats and colorful crafts that make the season special! If you’re looking for a fun and festive DIY project for the kids (or yourself!), try making an Easter Gumball Machine. This adorable clay pot craft is perfect for Easter baskets, party favors, or seasonal decor—and it’s so easy to customize! Simply spray paint a terra cotta pot and saucer in your favorite spring color, glue a fishbowl on top, and fill it with Easter candy. It’s a delightful way to add charm to your celebrations—so hop to it and start crafting!
Here’s how you can recreate these adorable DIY Easter Candy Jars using terracotta pots and glass bowls!
Supplies
- Small terracotta pots (one per jar)
- Matching terracotta saucers (for the lids)
- Round wooden knobs
- Glass bowls (to fit on top of the pots)
- Acrylic paint (green, pink, white, black)
- Paintbrushes
- White ribbon
- Hot glue gun & glue sticks
- Candies (M&Ms, gumballs, or wrapped chocolates)
Instructions
Step 1: Paint the Pot & Saucer
Clean the terracotta pot and saucer to remove dust.
Paint the pot in pastel green (or any color of your choice). Let it dry completely.
Paint the saucer (which will serve as the lid) in a coordinating pastel color (e.g., pink).
Paint the wooden knob in white and glue it to the center of the saucer.
Step 2: Add Bunny Design
Using white paint, create an oval shape on the front of the pot for the bunny’s face.
Add pink ears above the face and outline with a thin black marker or paintbrush.
Use black paint to draw the eyes, whiskers, and a tiny bow tie.
Dot a small pink nose in the center of the face.
Step 3: Assemble the Candy Jar
Fill the glass bowl with colorful candies.
Place the bowl upside down on the painted terracotta pot (no glue needed so you can refill it later).
Tie a white ribbon bow around the base of the bowl for decoration.
Step 4: Add the Lid
Place the painted saucer lid on top of the glass bowl.
Ensure the wooden knob is secure for easy lifting.
Final Touches
Make multiple jars in different colors for variety.
Use different candies for a fun mix!
Now you have a cute and festive Easter candy jar that can be a perfect centerpiece or gift! 🎉🐰🍬
