It must be said that the intention of this article is not to encourage you to buy more but rather the opposite. We subscribe to a lifestyle of buying better and buying less. With any of these purchases, you will discover lasting benefits and prolonged playtime for years to come.
Each of the following gifts was intentionally selected with varying age groups in mind, so even if your child is one year old, this Easter gift will last the distance, often until the age of ten. Not only that, it will have the capacity to transcend generations. That’s what we love so much about Petite Maison. These are gifts that last a lifetime, and even longer than that.
Say goodbye to short-lived landfill toys, and hello to long-lived heartful toys. Unlock the key to your child’s heart with these playful, sustainable, timeless, and considered choices this Easter.
In today’s market of consumerism, it’s a tall order to find gifts that tick all the boxes for parents AND kids, yet this is precisely what we set out to achieve with this ultimate list!
Rather than another toss-aside momentary Easter token, we propose that gift-giving become a thoughtful offering of keepsakes, delivering lasting joy and connection. To follow, we’ve collated an Easter gift guide that both you and your child will actually love!
WOOD YOU BUY GIFT SET
This gorgeous gift set includes a basket to hold all their chocolatey treats, plus Easter egg and bookmark crafting materials. Don’t forget Easter Bunny’s footprints (though you may wish to keep this one a secret!). The husband and wife duo behind the brand are handy woodworkers, crafting eco-friendly and practical pieces from their workshop in Sydney, Australia.
FELT POLKA DOT EGGS
The possibilities are endless with these little beauties. Cook up a pretend storm in the mini kitchen, hunt for faux eggs on Easter morning, decorate your Easter bonnet, or enjoy craft time. Ethically hand-felted from New Zealand wool, what’s not to love about pretty pastel polka-dotted eggs?
HANDMADE EGG STAMP KIT
Sustainably and ethically made in Australia, this value-packed basket is the gift that keeps on giving. With its cute handmade stamps and stencils, your child will have fun with these for days on end; our kind of toy. Kinfolk Pantry was founded by another husband and wife duo whose mission is to reignite imaginative play through thoughtfully made treasures – our kind of people.
HOME SWEET HOME TABLE TENT
The perfect gift to keep your little love entertained for the entire Easter season, and every season thereafter! Countless children have tried, tested, played in and LOVED this one-of-a-kind Table Tent. We are huge advocates of role play, independent play, imaginative play, parallel play, or any play at all. And if it doesn’t invite self-led play, what’s the point? Finish each day with story time under your Table Tent. You’ll relish these special moments together.
Your Personalised Bunny
Create your very own customised bunny with your name stitched carefully inside the ear. Children love seeing their name in their surroundings, especially etched onto their favourite toy, as it offers a sense of independence and self-awareness, helping to carve their identity. This is also an excellent way to kickstart their reading journey and love of lettering.
Your bunny comes with an additional card from the Easter Bunny, a keepsake that will light up your heart and theirs on Easter morning. Our knitted bunny is soft to touch and makes the perfect playtime pal or bedtime buddy, for holidays, road trips, sleepovers, school, daycare, or under your Table Tent.
The Velveteen Rabbit Book
An age-old tale, this book will be lovingly adored and cherished by all ages (including you!). The Velveteen Rabbit marked its 100th year in publication in 2022, which is a testament to its longevity in heart-led and alluring storytelling. If you’re looking for a collectible, this is surely it. Enjoy a cosy story under your Table Tent at twilight on quiet evenings or on blissful trans-seasonal mornings.
Handmade Cookies
While these cookies may not check the ‘everlasting’ box, they sure do check the ‘yummy in my tummy’ box. And if we can’t share a sugary treat on Easter, then when can we?! Get your orders in quickly, though. These handmade, tasty treasures won’t last.
Easter Potion Kit
Our friends at The Little Potion Co have done it again. With multiple Easter potion kits to choose from, this range is bubbling with festive fun. Each kit aims to conjure a conscious connection between you and your little person. Simply read the magical spell or create your own to concoct love, fresh beginnings, dancing, or anything your heart desires.
Wild Dough Easter Kit
We’ve loved Wild Dough products for years. And now they’ve released an Easter kit, which makes our hearts sing hoppy happy bunny songs. Thoughtfully, slowly, and lovingly crafted by Mel in Australia, your kids will go wild over Wild Dough for its gentle, soothing fragrances and super soft texture. This is an excellent (eggcellent?) choice for all children, especially our sensory-sensitive friends. As the perfect addition to your Petite cubby, hours and hours of independent creative play will be enjoyed.
Bunny Backpack
This bunny backpack from Tiny Trader is all about form meets function. The perfect companion for schooldays, holidays, beach days or sleepovers, it’s the wear-everywhere bunny. Trixie backpacks are water repellent and are made with a sustainable approach to manufacturing and long-term use.
Let’s not forget something sweet and long lasting for Mum…
Hot Cross Bun Candle
Fill the home with the scent of delicious baked goods, without the baking. (We are all about mum doing less!) With delectable and undeniable notes of clove, nutmeg, vanilla, buttercream, and cinnamon, you’ll get your hot-cross-bun-fix every day of the year through this intoxicating fragrance. Mum, you probably (definitely) deserve it.
Whether your child enjoys parallel play or collaboration, they will love the inspiring spaces of Petite Maison for Easter holidays and for many more years to come.
