Living Amazing in 2012 with Goodwill

Easter Crafts and Facts

Posted by Holly Hirsch on Apr 2, 2012 10:53:00 AM

Easter Crafts

carrotEaster Carrot Tree

We found this great Easter project on FamilyFun.com. It's fun concept adds a unique Easter decoration to any side table or kitchen island. Best of all, you can find many of the materials at Goodwill! Save and print the PDF for this project.






eggEgg-cellent Decor

Home Décor Expert Merri always has the simplest yet most creative ways to celebrate the holidays, and Easter is no different. With a few inexpensive items from Goodwill, you can make your Easter décor really stand out! Save and print the PDF for this project.





bunnyHankie Bunny

We love this fun Easter craft from Bumblebee Linens LLC. You can customize your bunny to the size that you want and use any pattern, making your Easter decor more personal! Save and print the PDF for this project.







Jelly Beans, Chocolate Bunnies & More - Easter Candy Facts

  • 90 million Easter bunnies are made specifically for Easter each year.
  • 16 billion jelly beans are made for Easter.
  • Each day, five million marshmallow chicks and bunnies are produced in preparation for Easter.
  • Easter is the second top-selling confectionary holiday behind only Halloween.
  • 76% of people eat the ears on chocolate bunnies first.
  • In 1953, it took 27 hours to create a Marshmallow Peep. Today it takes six minutes.
  • Pretzels were originally associated with Easter. The twists of a pretzel were thought to resemble arms crossed in prayer.
  • In 2000, Americans spent nearly $1.9 billion on Easter candy.

Sources:

National Confectioners Association

Dulce Designs Candy

Candy Crate

 

Topics: Easter