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112 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers

Mar 22, 2017 · 2 Comments

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Fill the Easter baskets with something other than candy this year with these 112 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers ideas. Ideas for all ages!

112 Non Edible Easter Basket Fillers ideas - Fill the Easter baskets with something other than candy this year with these 112 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers ideas. Ideas for all ages! Non-candy Easter basket ideas for kids!

Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers

When most people think “Easter baskets”, they think “candy”. But with too much candy comes the inevitable sugar rush… and the inevitable sugar crash. And, really, no one wants to spend their holiday chasing after a hyperactive child. Or making apologies to extended family because your child has fallen asleep face-first in the mashed potatoes… again. Luckily, there are tons of other fun things that the Easter Bunny can bring. If you’re looking to avoid a sugar overload this year, this list of Over 100 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers will help you find something that everyone in your family will love!

 

112 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers Ideas

For Babies and Toddlers:

  1. Small Stuffed Animals
  2. Board Books
  3. Bathtub Toys
  4. Hats
  5. Blocks
  6. Pacifiers
  7. Pacifier Clips
  8. Finger Paints
  9. Soft Dolls
  10. Clothes for Dolls
  11. Car Seat Toys
  12. Blanket
  13. Toy Xylophone
  14. Plastic Food
  15. Magnetic Letters and Numbers
  16. Lovey
  17. Bottles
  18. Sippy Cups
  19. Teething Toys
  20. Bibs
  21. Shoes
  22. Finger Puppets
  23. Training Spoons and Forks
  24. Baby Tableware (e.g., dishes, bowls)
  25. Sensory Balls
  26. Pajamas
  27. Little People Toys
  28. Clothes
  29. Stacking Cups

 

For Younger Kids:

  1. Magic 8 Ball
  2. Character Band-Aids
  3. Frisbee
  4. Slinky
  5. Legos
  6. Sidewalk Chalk
  7. Dolls or Action Figures
  8. Stickers and Sticker Books
  9. Markers
  10. Play-Doh
  11. Silly String
  12. Jump Rope
  13. Rubik’s Cube
  14. Watercolor Paints
  15. Temporary Tattoos
  16. Collector Cards
  17. Beach/Pool Toys
  18. Small Toy Cars (e.g., Matchbox Cars)
  19. Glow-in-the-Dark Stars
  20. Bubbles
  21. Pocket Flashlight
  22. Sketch Pad
  23. Diary
  24. Themed Pencil Erasers
  25. Gel Pens
  26. Disposable Camera
  27. Etch-a-Sketch
  28. Card Games
  29. Pencils
  30. Yo-yo
  31. Glow Sticks
  32. Comic Books
  33. Bouncy Balls

112 Non Edible Easter Basket Fillers ideas - Fill the Easter baskets with something other than candy this year with these 112 Non-Edible Easter Basket Fillers ideas. Ideas for all ages! Non-candy Easter basket ideas for kids!

For Older Kids and Teens:

  1. Headphones
  2. Make-up
  3. Movie Tickets
  4. Journal
  5. Watch
  6. Video Game
  7. Gift Cards
  8. Tote Bag
  9. Cell Phone Case
  10. Flower Seeds
  11. Picture Frame
  12. Manicure Set
  13. Book Light
  14. Small Purse
  15. CDs
  16. USB Flash Drive
  17. Wallet
  18. Body Wash
  19. Car Air Freshener (if they drive)
  20. Nail Polish
  21. Jewelry
  22. Belt
  23. Reusable Water Bottle
  24. Shaving Cream
  25. Lotion
  26. Thermos
  27. Key Chains
  28. Cologne or Perfume
  29. Mud Mask
  30. Lip Balm

 

For Any Age:

  1. Crayons
  2. Coloring Books
  3. Toothbrush
  4. Hair Accessories
  5. Activity Books
  6. Sunglasses
  7. Bible
  8. Hair Brush
  9. Colorful Socks
  10. Wall Decals
  11. Flip Flops
  12. Gloves
  13. Books
  14. Movies
  15. Magazines
  16. Beach Towel
  17. Swimsuit
  18. Puzzles
  19. Small Board Games
  20. Bubble Bath or Bath Bombs

 

Although candy and other sweet treats can be great, having a decent amount of non-edible items in your family’s Easter baskets is a good way to put a cap on sugar intake. With all of these ideas, you can fully enjoy your Easter morning without having to worry about an Easter afternoon sugar crash.

 

 

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  1. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    March 23, 2017 at 10:45 pm

    THANK YOU for this post! I'm in charge of putting Easter baskets together this year and have been racking my brain for ideas other than candy. . .This is so helpful 🙂

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    • Michelle says

      March 24, 2017 at 8:40 am

      It's hard on the spot, isn't it?! I'm glad it helped you 🙂 <3

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