As it approaches the Easter weekend and we remain in lockdown (albeit with some restrictions eased), you may be looking for some fun ideas to get you in the Easter spirit and/or keep the kids entertained.

Scroll down to find some fantastical Easter activities to inject some animal magic into your long weekend!

EJS Easter Egg Hunt

Got some leftover EJS fabric samples? Reduce waste and reimagine them as magical egg parcels to be hidden around the house!

What you will need

- A few EJS fabric samples

- Some Easter eggs

- Sylph samples or ribbon for tying

Step 1 - Lay your EJS sample design down and place the egg in the middle

Step 2 - Fold the sample up with the egg in the centre

Step 3 - Fold the corners up into your desired style

Step 4 - Tie a strip of Sylph silk or ribbon to keep it secured

Step 5 - Now you're ready to take your eggs and hide them around your garden or home for a little EJS Easter hunt!

EJS Easter Nests

A timeless favourite for Easter and an easy bake for even the worst chefs among us! 

Ingredients

- 200g of Milk Chocolate

- 85g of shredded wheat

- 200g of mini chocolate eggs

- 12 cupcake cases

Method

Step 1 - Melt the chocolate in a heat proof bowl placed over just simmering water

Step 2 - Once melted pour the chocolate over the shredded wheat and stir well to combine 

Step 3 - Spoon the mixture into 12 cupcake cases, then use a teaspoon to push a small well into the middle of each one

Step 4 - Finally place 2 or 3 mini eggs in the middle of the nest and leave to harden in the fridge for 2 hours

Step 5 - And now enjoy your little Easter treats!