Spring is in the air, and with Easter just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to add a little seasonal charm with a simple project and some sweet treats. Whether you’re hosting a festive brunch, preparing for an Easter egg hunt, or simply setting the scene for a cozy family weekend, these simple yet stylish DIY projects will help you create a beautifully decorated space with minimal effort. This year, we’re embracing easy, elegant Easter décor—projects that use everyday materials in creative ways. From our glass treat containers filled with pastel candies to a whimsical bunny topiary, these ideas will bring a touch of spring magic to your table. The best part? These projects are simple to make ahead, leaving you more time to enjoy the holiday with family and friends. Here’s how to make each project: Glass Treat Containers: A Sweet & Simple Centerpiece A beautifully set Easter table doesn’t need to be complicated. Our glass treat containers are a fun and easy way to create a charming, edible centerpiece using candies that are already in abundance this time of year. We used some of the same glass containers from our Pantry Reset Project. What You’ll Need: Clear glass containers, apothecary jars, or vases (varying heights and sizes work best) We prefer and odd number of containers (3, 5 or 7) If you have pets, we HIGHLY recommend using apothecary jars with lids Colorful Easter candies (jelly beans, pastel M&Ms, speckled eggs, candy coated dried fruit and nuts, grass and mini chocolate bunnies) Ribbon or twine for a finishing touch How to Make Them: Fill your glass containers with layers of Easter candies, creating a soft ombré effect or a playful mix of colors. Then top one or two with a chocolate bunny For a little extra elegance, tie a simple ribbon or piece of twine around the jar. Arrange several jars down the center of your table, on a sideboard, or as a fun accent on your kitchen counter. These treat-filled jars not only look beautiful but also double as sweet treats for guests to enjoy. We like to mix them in with other holiday décor (eggs, bunnies, chicks, teapots, candles…) that we have collected over the year as well as new additions like our bunny topiary. Bunny Topiary: A Whimsical Easter Accent Nothing says Easter quite like a bunny, and our bunny topiary is a playful and stylish way to bring a little greenery indoors. This charming project adds texture to your décor and can be placed on a console table, dining table, or mixed in with your holiday display as part of a festive Easter brunch buffet. What You’ll Need: 1 small Styrofoam ball (4 inch) 1 medium Styrofoam ball (6 inch) 7 wooden dowels (each about 8 inches long – wooden chopsticks also work) A package of moss sheet A package of green Spanish moss A glue gun and glue sticks A simple terra cotta or decorative pot Floral foam to fit your base pot (to secure the bunny topiary using 3 wooden dowels) Extra moss to fill in gaps Scissors (to cut the ears) Ribbon – select a color/style that matches your décor (for a bow around the bunny’s neck) How to Make It: Using the moss sheet and glue, cover both Styrofoam balls with moss so you do not see any of the foam. Working with smaller strips may be easier. Pierce the bottom of the medium ball with 3 wooden dowls and push them into the ball about 2 inches. Make sure the dowels will fit the depth of your container. Center the ball over the pot filled with floral foam. Push the ball into the foam leaving a little space. After finishing the topiary, you will cover the foam with green Spanish moss and push the entire topiary into the foam. Repeat step one with the small foam ball. Center the small ball over the medium ball and secure with two wooden dowels. Cut four pieces of the moss sheet in the shape of bunny ears. Place a dowel in between two pieces of moss with about 2 inches of the dowel extending out of the bottom. Glue around the edges. Position and secure the ears to the head. Add a ribbon with a bow around the neck of the bunny. Finish your project by covering the foam base with green Spanish moss and secure your bunny by pushing it all the way into the floral foam base. The result? A fresh, festive, and slightly whimsical Easter accent that can stay in your home long after the holiday. Bringing It All Together With these three effortless projects, your home will feel beautifully decorated and ready for Easter—without the stress of last-minute décor scrambling. Whether you’re setting a table for brunch, organizing an Easter egg hunt, or just adding seasonal charm to your space, these simple, sweet, seasonal secrets are easy DIYs that will help you create a festive, welcoming atmosphere. We hope these ideas inspire you to bring a fresh, creative touch to your Easter celebrations this year. If you try either of these projects, we’d love to see! Share your photos with us @ShookhillSecret. Now all you have to do is pull together an Easter outfit and we’re helping with that too! We love a classic maxi dress and sandals. You can find both of those and some beautiful accessories in our What to Wear recommendations. We’re doing our best to make Easter easy with our simple, sweet and seasonal secrets – so hop to it and check them out!
Projects
From Rotten to Refreshing – Rebuilding Our Studio-Office Deck…
There’s something so satisfying about a good home improvement project, especially one that sets the stage for a fresh new season. As we gear up for spring, we tackled the project of removing the the wooden platform in front of our studio-office and replaced it with a sturdy new one. This simple but impactful update looks great and improves the safety of our workspace. Out with the Old The first step? Saying goodbye to the worn-out, weathered boards that had seen better days. Over the years, exposure to the elements had taken its toll, leaving some of the wood unstable. We carefully measured the existing deck to ensure our new structure would match the same dimensions and utilize the existing concrete footers—saving us time and effort. Planning and Prepping Once the old boards were gone, it was time to plan the rebuild. We took precise measurements of the frame and spacing of the joists, then put together a lumber list. We used pressure-treated lumber and exterior grade deck screws to build the replacement platform. A trip to the Lowes later, we had everything we needed. Now, onto the fun part—building! Building a Stronger Foundation Here’s how we put the new platform together, step by step: Using a chop saw (miter saw), we cut the pressure-treated boards to the exact measurements needed for our deck. We laid out the new boards, spacing them evenly with deck board spacers for proper airflow and drainage. Using exterior-grade deck screws, we secured each board in place, ensuring they were flush and level. We used a homemade jig to ensure that all of the screws were evenly spaced and aligned. We carefully hauled the platform from the building space to our studio/office and using the existing footers, installed the new deck. After a weekend of work, our refreshed platform was complete—solid, stable, and ready to handle all the foot traffic and inspiration the season brings. Adding a Touch of Spring Of course, no space is truly complete without a little charm. While we wait for our hydrangeas and spring bulbs to start blooming, we’re adding a cheerful pot of pansies to brighten up the area. These cold-hardy flowers are perfect for bridging the gap between winter and spring, adding an instant pop of color and life. Looking Ahead From Rotten to Refreshing – Rebuilding Our Studio-Office Deck We are so excited that we were able to rebuild our studio-office deck and take it from rotten to refreshing. With the deck project complete, we’re ready to dive into even more creative endeavors. So, if you’ve been eyeing an outdoor project, consider this your sign—it’s the perfect time to get ready for spring! Stay tuned as we share more seasonal projects and inspirations in the coming weeks.
