DIY The Cutest Easter Egg Holder For Cheap With Affordable Dollar Store Items

Easter decor doesn't have to mean overpriced centerpieces or store-bought baskets that lack personality. Social media is overflowing with cheerful, budget-conscious DIYs that combine affordability with originality, like this thrifted mug Easter decor DIY that is a clever twist on affordable spring pieces and this Dollar Tree bucket Easter DIY that brings a rustic vibe to holiday decorating. A standout trend this year is transforming basic Dollar Tree items into adorable Easter egg holders. Along with saving you money, this project adds a homemade touch that feels personal, festive, and fun.

One TikTok creator (@dollartree.hacks) has charmed viewers with a simple yet adorable Easter mug transformation that turns an everyday glass into a chick-inspired egg holder. The end result blends whimsy with seasonal practicality: it's cute enough to gift or display on a spring-themed table. What's striking about this project — and others like it — is how easily they can be done with minimal tools and supplies. If you're looking to skip the traditional mass-produced Easter basket and craft something unexpected, this trend offers a fresh approach. Recreating this chick mug is simple from start to finish, and it's also easy to customize with alternate color schemes or different types of ribbon and trim — all without spending more than a few dollars.

This DIY starts with a Clear Glass Mug from Dollar Tree, which gets a cheerful makeover with yellow paint on the top half and white paint on the bottom half, turning it into an adorable chick-themed Easter egg holder. The top of the white base is bordered with a glued-on pink wavy paper strip, giving it a soft, feathered look. Black ovals drawn with permanent markers serve as eyes, and a small orange triangle forms the beak. A ribbon bow — polka-dotted and off-center — adds just enough flair to give it personality. Fill it with plastic or painted eggs, and you have a stylish way to decorate your home for Easter, or a cute gift that costs just a few dollars to make.

Once you've crafted your chick mug, a few quick additions can take it from cute to ultra-custom. Start by swapping out the ribbon or trim to match your favorite spring color palette — pastel blue, lavender, or mint green can give your holder a different personality. If you're gifting the mug, letter stickers from Dollar Tree make it easy to add a name or message.

You can also play with the contents. Try mixing plastic eggs with hand-painted wooden ones, or fill the mug with homemade treats for a more personal touch. If you're working with kids, let them decorate the eggs or add tiny embellishments like cardboard flowers and pom-poms. A little moss or shredded paper grass adds texture and helps anchor your eggs, giving the final piece a polished, display-ready feel — all while sticking to a minimal budget.