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On the hunt for DIY Easter baby photo ideas? My list of photoshoot ideas is perfect for creating Easter memories at home with your little ones!
Snapping photos of your baby’s first holiday moments is something that all parents look forward to! And while you can take your little one to a festive photoshoot and have a photographer snap a few shots, you can also get creative and capture those memories right at home.
This article is packed with DIY Easter baby photo ideas you can try at home, with inspiration covering everything from soft and whimsical settings to vibrant, playful backdrops and decor. So, no matter what vibe you’re going for, there’s an idea on my list below that will help you snap beautiful pictures that you can look back on for years to come!
01. Easter Treat
Hold an Easter-themed cookie above your baby as they rest on a soft blanket for a playful and colorful shot.
02. Baby in the Egg Basket
Place your baby in a soft-lined basket and surround them with pastel eggs (or vibrantly colored ones if you prefer) for a fun and memorable Easter scene! Don’t forget the bunny ears for another playful touch.
03. Easter Backdrop
Use wood-inspired elements, pastel eggs, floral decor, and paper bunnies to create a festive backdrop at home.
04. Woodsy & Whimsical
Snap photos of your little one in your backyard for woodsy, whimsical photos you’ll adore! I love the mossy background and out-of-focus florals, but you can customize this shoot to create any aesthetic you want.
05. Little Bunny Onesie
Order an adorable Little Bunny onesie and pair it with fluffy bunny ears for instantly adorable Easter baby photos. Plus, the onesie can be a family keepsake!
06. Botanicals, Blooms & a Stuffed Bunny
Surround your baby with flowers, greenery, and a stuffed bunny on a vintage-style blanket for a lush springtime look!
07. In a Picnic Basket
Recreate this portrait by placing your little one in a picnic basket with a soft, gingham-patterned blanket, pastel eggs, felt carrots, and faux bunny ears!
08. Easy DIY Floral Backdrop
Use a floral sheet as an easy backdrop for your at-home Easter baby photos. You can also opt for lacy fabric, a sheet with botanical prints, or even an Easter-themed tablecloth.
09. Whimsical Bunny
Dress your baby in a sweet, whimsical set of bunny ears, featuring lace and florals. Then set the scene with a wicker basket, a beautiful knit bunny, and fabric eggs.
10. Colorful Decor & Banners
Colorful banners and garlands, fabric carrots, pastel eggs, and more are perfect for a bold and festive Easter scene.
11. Lacy Bunny Ears & Florals
Use lace and floral bunny ears and a pastel vintage dress for a dreamy, old-fashioned Easter photoshoot at home!
12. First Egg Hunt
Use faux eggs and an antique wooden basket to capture the excitement and fun of your baby’s first Easter egg hunt!
13. Rabbit-Themed Onesie
Dress your little one in a rabbit-themed onesie, complete with floppy ears and a fluffy bunny tail!
If you prefer color, you can also choose a onesie or outfit set in pastel pink or blue rather than a neutral tone.
14. Baby Chick
Snag an adorable, vibrant chick costume to create an at-home photoshoot that’s unexpected but adorable!
15. Freshly Pulled Carrots
Let your little one gnaw on real or faux carrots in an outdoor setting for a rustic and playful garden-inspired shot.
16. Pastel Rainbow Set
An adorable, colorful pastel onesie paired with rainbow eggs and accessories is so cute! Place the decor thoughtfully around your little one, with them centered in the shot.
17. My First Easter Sign
Add a My First Easter sign or chalkboard to your photo for a keepsake milestone photo.
18. Sitting w/ Mama
Capture a sweet, cozy embrace between you and your little one while wearing your Easter best! You can also set the scene for this one, adding blooms, baskets, and even balloons to elevate the photo.
19. Sibling Photo
A sweet sibling photo is never a bad choice for a holiday portrait. Sit siblings together with eggs, bunny ears, floral elements, or matching outfits for a sweet and beautiful Easter photo.
20. Blooms & Balloons
Mix spring flowers, pastel balloons, and adorable faux eggs for a vibrant, festive Easter scene for your little one.
21. Playful Pose
Be creative with your poses, capturing your baby by surprise or snapping candid photos during your photoshoot.
22. Bunny in the Crib
For newborns and young babies, you can go for a simple, overhead shot of your little bunny in their crib.
23. Stuffed Carrots
Using plush fabric carrots or eggs lets your little one interact with the decor safely. I also love fabric elements for a whimsical, vintage look!
24. Tulle, Bunny Ears + Eggs
Invest in a beautiful dress for your baby girl, choosing one made from pink tulle or chiffon for a special look. Then, add bunny ears and scatter pastel eggs for a soft, playful look.
For a baby boy, a cozy knit set would be my top choice.
25. Garden Bunny
Set your baby in a faux garden patch, surrounded by greenery, fake produce, and flowers, for an earthy yet elevated Easter vibe.
26. Bunny Tail & Baby Toes
Snap a photo of your baby’s bunny tale with a print of their teeny tiny toes as a keepsake next to them.
27. First Family Easter Photo
Set up a tripod or ask Grandma and Grandpa for help to take your first family Easter photo together. Use simple props and backgrounds, and maybe even matching outfits for adorable and memorable photos.
28. Holiday Cuddles
Photograph your baby cuddling with an oversized stuffed bunny for a cute and heart-warming holiday memory.
29. Sweet Embrace
You can never go wrong with an up-close shot of you and your little one for one of their first holidays. I definitely recommend an Easter outfit or bunny ears for this, so you can easily remember this special occasion when you see the photo.
30. Bunny Nap
Last but not least on my list of DIY Easter baby photo ideas, set up a napping bunny scene, complete with an earthy backdrop, plush stuffed bunnies, faux carrots, Easter eggs, and rabbit ears!
Final Thoughts
As far as DIY Easter baby photo ideas, the ones above are easy to recreate and beyond adorable! Remember to keep your photoshoot simple and safe, and to enjoy the small moments as you capture these meaningful memories.
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