Why not sew an Easter basket this year instead of using the same old woven one again? If you don’t have basket-weaving skills but do have a sewing machine, we’ve got the perfect project for you! Our Easter basket sewing pattern lets you create a super cute plush bunny basket that’s perfect for collecting eggs, giving Easter treats, or decorating your home for spring. Best of all, our step-by-step sewing tutorial and pattern are free for our newsletter subscribers!

Sew an Easter basket with bunny ears as handles

This soft and cuddly bunny basket isn’t just adorable — it’s also practical! The extra-long bunny ears double as handles, so kids can easily carry their Easter goodies after an egg hunt. The basket is easy to sew, making it a great project for beginners and experienced sewists alike.

After Easter, this fabric basket is perfect for storage! Use it for small toys, craft supplies, or as a decorative element in a nursery or child’s room. You can also customize your basket with different fabric colors or patterns to match your Easter décor.

What you need for this Easter basket sewing pattern

• Plush fabric for the outer basket, bottom, and ears, approx. 12×30″ (30×75 cm)
• Lining fabric for the inner basket, bottom, and inner ears, approx. 12×30″ (30×75 cm)
• Fabric scraps for eyes, cheeks, and nose (e.g., felt)
• Fusible fleece, approx. 8×30″ (20×75 cm)
• Sturdy, but thin cord (e.g. leather or cotton) or hand embroidery floss for whiskers: approx. 24″ (60 cm)
• Fusible webbing, approx. 2×4″ (5×10 cm)
• Hand embroidery floss (black & white) for the nose and highlights

Perfect fabrics for fabric Easter basket pattern

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Sewing an easter basket – step-by-step video tutorial

Want to see how it’s done? Our QuickTut video tutorial on our YouTube channel walks you through each step, so you can follow along and sew your own Easter rabbit basket with ease: