How to Make the Perfect Kids’ Easter Basket

perfect kids' Easter basket

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Easter will soon be here! If you have kids that means you’ll be filling eggs and creating the perfect Easter basket for your kids. It’s a holiday I always enjoy sharing with our son whether it’s talking about the true meaning or enjoying it with family.

Easter baskets can be created with anything you like and filled with whatever your children love. You can fill it with toys, candy or whatever you’d like. I love to shop at Kmart for all of my Easter basket needs because I can find everything in one-stop shopping.

Did you know Kmart has a grocery side? They sure do! Kmart offers competitive, low prices on grocery items. I love grabbing items from their grocery section to add to my Easter baskets especially with their great Easter candy offers I’ve listed below for you all to enjoy!

Here’s my tips on how to make the perfect kids’ Easter basket.

Select a Basket. First, think about what you will be adding to your basket. Make sure it’s large enough to fit everything you would like to include. Don’t feel obligated to only use a basket. You could use a bucket or a basket you’ve made yourself.

perfect kids' Easter basket
Easter Jubilee Basket, available at Kmart.

Kmart even offers pre-made Easter baskets for boys, girls and baby that will save you time and money!

perfect kids' Easter basket
26″ Frozen Deluxe Filled Easter Basket, available at Kmart.

Select the Candy. Be sure to select a variety of candy when you’re shopping at Kmart. The perfect place to grocery shop and save money!

Easter 6-pack Candy or Lindt Gold Bunny for $2.50 on Sale
Expiration Date: 4/8

lindt milk chocolate bunny

Get Easter Packaged Chocolates for $1.50 on sale
Offer 2 Dates: 4/9-4/15

Easter purple peeps

Select the Toys. You can fill your Easter basket with candy only or even had toys that your child will love. Get creative and add what you think will brighten their day the most!

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177 responses to “How to Make the Perfect Kids’ Easter Basket”

  1. ReggieMann Avatar
    ReggieMann

    I would use the gift card to take advantage of the great sales!!

  2. Robin Abrams Avatar
    Robin Abrams

    I learned they give you surprise points to use towards purchases.

  3. Robin Abrams Avatar
    Robin Abrams

    I would get my grandkids some summer clothes

  4. Kelly D Avatar
    Kelly D

    I would buy spring clothing for my kids.

  5. Kelly D Avatar
    Kelly D

    I learned that you can save money with surprise points, but you need to use them before they expire.

  6. Stephanie Phelps Avatar
    Stephanie Phelps

    I would use it to get my granddaughter some clothes for the summer!

  7. Stephanie Phelps Avatar
    Stephanie Phelps

    I learned you can Earn Rewards on qualifying purchases you make at Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer.

  8. mami2jcn Avatar
    mami2jcn

    I would buy swimwear for my family.

  9. mami2jcn Avatar
    mami2jcn

    I learned they have brand partners like Barnes & Noble.

  10. Lisa Brown Avatar
    Lisa Brown

    I would use the card to buy summer clothing

  11. Lisa Brown Avatar
    Lisa Brown

    I learned: If you use the Sears Mastercard, you can earn 3% on eligible purchases at grocery or restaurants

  12. Sandy Klocinski Avatar
    Sandy Klocinski

    I would use it for things for my new house

  13. Valerie Mabrey Avatar
    Valerie Mabrey

    I would like to have a new bike for summer so would use it on that.

  14. shelly peterson Avatar
    shelly peterson

    I learned that if you join now you get 90 days of free 2-day shipping with ShopYourWay Max, or the free Vehicle Pickup

  15. shelly peterson Avatar
    shelly peterson

    I would buy clothes for my son.

  16. Ronda Patrick Avatar
    Ronda Patrick

    I learned there are coupons to use!

  17. Ronda Patrick Avatar
    Ronda Patrick

    I learned you get points on most purchases to use on your next purchase!

  18. Shannay Ferguson Avatar

    to purchase jewelry and clothes ???

  19. Shannay Ferguson Avatar

    you can earn points to save money on future purchases

  20. Elena Avatar
    Elena

    I would use it to buy groceries and cleaning supplies

  21. Elena Avatar
    Elena

    I learned that you can join Shop Your Way for free

  22. Mary Beth Elderton Avatar
    Mary Beth Elderton

    I would use this for something pretty for my home…maybe new bath towels

  23. Mary Beth Elderton Avatar
    Mary Beth Elderton

    I learned that you can earn cashback from partners, including Anthropology (sweet!)

  24. Cindy Avatar
    Cindy

    I would use this gift card for prescriptions.

  25. Cindy Avatar
    Cindy

    I learned Kmart’s Shop Your Way rewards is free.

  26. Margaret Smith Avatar
    Margaret Smith

    I would use the gift card towards clothing for my kids. Thanks so much.

  27. Margaret Smith Avatar
    Margaret Smith

    I learned that you earn points with each dollar spent and they also give you bonus offers in your account.

  28. Briana Avatar
    Briana

    I’d use the card to get some Easter presents for my niece.

  29. Briana Avatar
    Briana

    I learned that I have 900 points to spend on Shop Your Way!

  30. Ellie Wright Avatar
    Ellie Wright

    I would buy shorts and sandals for summer.

  31. Kelly Kimmell Avatar
    Kelly Kimmell

    I would use the gift card to buy my daughter some summer clothes.

  32. Kelly Kimmell Avatar
    Kelly Kimmell

    I learned that you can get 90 days of free 2-day shipping with ShopYourWay Max.

  33. Ann Fantom Avatar
    Ann Fantom

    If I won, I would buy a Keurig coffee maker

  34. Ann Fantom Avatar
    Ann Fantom

    I learned Shop Your Way Rewards offers free shipping on purchases over $49.

  35. Jeanne Coulombe Avatar
    Jeanne Coulombe

    I would buy stuff for my grandchildren for easter

  36. Katrina Angele Avatar
    Katrina Angele

    I’d get my son a spring/summer wardrobe.

  37. Katrina Angele Avatar
    Katrina Angele

    I thought it was awesome they have giveaways you can enter.

  38. Kimmy Ripley Avatar
    Kimmy Ripley

    I would get my Chloe Pearl some spring and summer clothes!

  39. Kimmy Ripley Avatar
    Kimmy Ripley

    I love the Shop Your Way rewards program. There are so many ways to earn points.

  40. Janet Woodling Avatar
    Janet Woodling

    I would use the gift card to buy a new toaster oven.

  41. Nancy Bowers Avatar
    Nancy Bowers

    I would get flowers and ornamental items for the yard.

  42. Nancy Bowers Avatar
    Nancy Bowers

    I learned how many shop your way rewards points I accumulated.

  43. HilLesha Avatar
    HilLesha

    I’d purchase spring/summer clothes for my kids. Thanks for the giveaway!

  44. Deanna Straub Avatar
    Deanna Straub

    I would buy my two little boys Easter baskets from Kmart if I won.

  45. Deanna Straub Avatar
    Deanna Straub

    I am a big fan of Shop Your Way. I have been playing the sweeps there for several years and I have won hundreds of dollars. I love Shop Your Way.

  46. Linda G. Avatar
    Linda G.

    I would use the gift card as a gift to my daughter for her birthday

  47. Jacquelyn Cannon Avatar

    I would use it to buy my 2 grandsons a few summer outfits.

  48. Barbara Montag Avatar
    Barbara Montag

    If I won the gift card I would buy summer clothes.
    thank you

  49. Barbara Montag Avatar
    Barbara Montag

    I learned that Shop Your Way Rewards has MAX Free 2 day shipping.

  50. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    I’d refresh my wardrobe with some new Spring clothing.

  51. Cheryl Avatar
    Cheryl

    I learned that you can “Earn Rewards on qualifying purchases you make at Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer.“

  52. Cynthia C Avatar
    Cynthia C

    I would use the gift card for gardening supplies and personal care items.

  53. Cynthia C Avatar
    Cynthia C

    I learned that you can get free shipping on orders over $49.

  54. Christina Sparks Avatar
    Christina Sparks

    I would give it to my husband he been saying he needs a chainsaw and a new Tool box, I would let him choose what to get.

  55. Christina Sparks Avatar
    Christina Sparks

    You can enter daily sweeps to win prizes or points toward future purchases.

  56. Amber Cheras Avatar
    Amber Cheras

    I would use this towards Easter and birthday gifts.

  57. carol Avatar
    carol

    I would buy Easter items for my little grandkids

  58. livivua chandler Avatar
    livivua chandler

    I learned of all the different stores to get shop your ways points with purchases.

  59. livivua chandler Avatar
    livivua chandler

    I would use it for summer swimsuits and beach towels.

  60. paige chandler Avatar
    paige chandler

    I would get a KMart accent chest for my bedroom

  61. paige chandler Avatar
    paige chandler

    I learned you can get points on purchases from Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer.

  62. Denise B. Avatar
    Denise B.

    I would use the gift card for groceries we need.

  63. Denise B. Avatar
    Denise B.

    I have been a “Shop Your Way” member for quite some time now. I like that I can link my debit card to it when using it in specific restaurants.

  64. Suzanne K Avatar
    Suzanne K

    I’d probably get household stuff, detergent, TP, etc

  65. Jen Rodrigues Avatar
    Jen Rodrigues

    I would get new summer and spring clothes!!

  66. Gina Ferrell Avatar
    Gina Ferrell

    I would use my Kmart gift card to buy some Spring/Summer clothes with some nice sandals.

  67. Gina Ferrell Avatar
    Gina Ferrell

    I learned they give you surprise points to use towards purchases.

  68. Ashley C Avatar
    Ashley C

    I would use it for Easter candy and some food storage containers for myself!

  69. Dana Rodriguez Avatar
    Dana Rodriguez

    I would buy some Spring clothing!

  70. Dana Rodriguez Avatar
    Dana Rodriguez

    I learned you get 90 days 2 day free shipping if you sign up.

  71. Patti Langston Avatar
    Patti Langston

    I enjoyed this article. Very helpful in coming up with creative ideas for my grandchildren’s Easter basket. THank you:)

  72. Maryanne Avatar
    Maryanne

    More Lego!!

  73. Maryanne Avatar
    Maryanne

    So many benefits to SYW, points, coupons, free shipping!

  74. Lisa Coomer Queen Avatar
    Lisa Coomer Queen

    I would use it for beach supplies for our beach trip at the first of May. Thanks!

  75. Lisa Coomer Queen Avatar
    Lisa Coomer Queen

    I learned that they have free shipping right now if you redeem at least $49 in points. Thanks!

  76. Rita M Avatar
    Rita M

    I would buy summer clothes for my granddaughter.

  77. Rita M Avatar
    Rita M

    I learned that the Rewards Program doesn’t just apply to a Kmart, but to Sears, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer as well.

  78. Angela Qcrazy Avatar

    I would buy things we need. Food, dog food, houseware items and such.

  79. Angela Qcrazy Avatar

    I learned that they will cash checks for free if you are member.

  80. Richard Hicks Avatar
    Richard Hicks

    I will buy some summer clothes with it

  81. Richard Hicks Avatar
    Richard Hicks

    I learned that you earn points by shopping and also entering their sweeps

  82. heather s Avatar
    heather s

    I would get capris for summer

  83. Deborah Cochran Avatar
    Deborah Cochran

    I would love to buy a new comforter for my bed just in time for Spring. I love the Lola comforter set which would go great with my newly painted light gray walls.

  84. Deborah Cochran Avatar
    Deborah Cochran

    I discovered that I have $51 in surprise points – now that’s a discovery I like 🙂 I love getting their emails and see I have some points to use.

  85. Laurajj Avatar
    Laurajj

    I would love to use it to for shoes and summer clothes for our little one.

  86. Laurajj Avatar
    Laurajj

    I learned that you also can Get rewarded anytime you ride or drive with Uber!

  87. Jackie Avatar
    Jackie

    I’d use the gift card to buy spring/summer clothes.
    Thank you!

  88. Jackie Avatar
    Jackie

    I learned you can earn Rewards on qualifying purchases you make at Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer.

  89. Tara Liebing Avatar
    Tara Liebing

    I would buy my son a PS4 remote and headset for his birthday in May.

  90. Lauren Avatar
    Lauren

    I would buy cleaning supplies.

  91. Susan cQuackenbush Avatar

    If I won, I would buy spring clothes for the grandkids.

  92. Susan cQuackenbush Avatar

    I learned that I can earn points by shopping at home online.

  93. Ann Hoag Avatar
    Ann Hoag

    I need summer clothes and maybe a hat from K-Mart.

  94. erica driver Avatar
    erica driver

    I’d buy my family some stuff they need you know spoil them 😛

  95. Minta Boggs Avatar

    If I could use it at Sears then I would buy shoes! No kmart around!

  96. Minta Boggs Avatar

    I have learned that you can earn points in sweeps and trade them for merchandise at the store or online and get the item for free!

  97. S Riches Avatar
    S Riches

    I would buy new pillows and pillowcases.

  98. S Riches Avatar
    S Riches

    I learned that shopping at Sears will also earn ShopYourWay points.

  99. Susan Smith Avatar
    Susan Smith

    I would use the GC to buy Sandals and shorts for the Summer.

  100. Susan Smith Avatar
    Susan Smith

    I learned they give you surprise points to use towards purchases.

  101. Pat Avatar
    Pat

    I would buy clothes.

  102. Pat Avatar
    Pat

    I learned that you can earn Rewards on qualifying purchases you make at Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer.

  103. Michelle C Avatar
    Michelle C

    I would put the giftcard toward a bicycle!

  104. Michelle C Avatar
    Michelle C

    ShopYourWay brings you great deals on products and services like appliances, electronics, fashion, lawn & garden, tools and much more.

  105. Aubrey Avatar
    Aubrey

    I would use my gift card for some new clothes.

  106. Ina Fowler Avatar
    Ina Fowler

    Happy Easter To All!

  107. Carolyn Massey Avatar

    I would buy summer clothes for me and my great grand daughter. She will be 4 Easter Sunday.

  108. Carolyn Massey Avatar

    I didn’t know KMart had a rewards program. Good thing you can warm points from home on purchases. Great idea.

  109. Katiria Avatar
    Katiria

    I would buy clothes for my toddler

  110. Katiria Avatar
    Katiria

    I learned that Shop Your Way has a sweeps section called “Most Prizes” where you can enter to win items you’ve liked

  111. Jennifer W Avatar
    Jennifer W

    I would buy some toys for the yard since I don’t have very many currently.

  112. Liz N Avatar
    Liz N

    I’d buy some new sheets for the master bedroom.

  113. susan smoaks Avatar
    susan smoaks

    I would use the gift card to get some stuff for the beach. we are planning on going a lot this summer.

  114. Sue E Avatar
    Sue E

    I would use this gift card to buy me some much needed shorts for summer.

  115. Sue E Avatar
    Sue E

    I am a Shop Your Way Rewards member so I know how this works. I did learn that I have extra reward points that I did not know I had. Which is a great surprise!!

  116. nickie Avatar
    nickie

    I would buy household items

  117. nickie Avatar
    nickie

    I learned that you can join Shop Your Way for free

  118. Jenni Fabry Avatar
    Jenni Fabry

    I would stock up on some summer outdoor essentials… sunscreen, water guns…

  119. Samantha Avatar
    Samantha

    I would buy some make-up for me and some clothes for my daughter!

  120. katherine Avatar
    katherine

    I am going to get some beach towels

  121. katherine Avatar
    katherine

    you can play games to earn more points

  122. Thomas Gibson Avatar
    Thomas Gibson

    I would buy groceries. Thanks.

  123. Thomas Gibson Avatar
    Thomas Gibson

    I learned that I could use my rewards at Kmart and Sears interchangeably.

  124. Daniel M Avatar
    Daniel M

    I’d get some clothes

  125. Tiffany Dayton Avatar

    I would get household items and dog food.

  126. Tiffany Dayton Avatar

    I learned when you buy you get points that is used as cash off later purchases.

  127. Aubrey Avatar
    Aubrey

    I learned there are lots of giveaways on the site.

  128. KENNETH OHL Avatar

    I learned you can get a lot of free items at Sears and enter to win great giveaways

  129. KENNETH OHL Avatar

    I would stock up on cleaning supplies

  130. Tracie Cooper Avatar
    Tracie Cooper

    I would use it towards some new sneakers and clothes for summer!

  131. Tracie Cooper Avatar
    Tracie Cooper

    I learned that if I sign up now a get 90 day free 2 day shipping with Shop Your Way Max Rewards! My email is traciemcooper0515@gmail.com

  132. Robin Avatar
    Robin

    I would get my son some kids dvds.

  133. Kim Keithline Avatar
    Kim Keithline

    If I won this gift card I would use it toward a patio set

  134. Kim Keithline Avatar
    Kim Keithline

    I learned that on kmarts shop your way rewards page I can play sweepstakes to earn points towards things I want to buy

  135. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    I learned that you can play sweepstakes for prizes or points!

  136. Natalie Avatar
    Natalie

    I would use the gift card to buy shorts and sandals.

  137. Janine Hwang Avatar
    Janine Hwang

    I’d buy diapers and wipes!

  138. Janine Hwang Avatar
    Janine Hwang

    I learned of all the sweepstakes they have at SYWR

  139. Sonya Allstun Avatar
    Sonya Allstun

    I would use the card to buy summer clothing

  140. Sonya Allstun Avatar
    Sonya Allstun

    I learned that you can join Shop Your Way for free

  141. Kathryn Mackey Avatar
    Kathryn Mackey

    This is a really cool prize.

  142. BILL HOFF Avatar
    BILL HOFF

    I would buy a Chewbacca Furby for my Star Wars collection!

  143. Carolyn D Avatar
    Carolyn D

    I would use the gift card towards clothes, bath towels, and toiletries.

  144. Carolyn D Avatar
    Carolyn D

    You can check your surprise points, clip coupons, and earn points through instant win games.

  145. SHAYNA BROOKMAN Avatar
    SHAYNA BROOKMAN

    I WOULD BUY SUMMER CLOTHES FOR MY KIDS 🙂

  146. Cynthia De Loa Avatar
    Cynthia De Loa

    If i won the kmart card I would buy a phone

  147. rosemary Avatar
    rosemary

    wow

  148. Docia Vagnerini Avatar
    Docia Vagnerini

    We just bought a new home so this win would greatly help to furnish and/or accessorize the new home

  149. Docia Vagnerini Avatar
    Docia Vagnerini

    I learned you can shop from home online and earn points and rewards cool!

  150. Jenny Ham Avatar
    Jenny Ham

    I would use the gift card to buy summer clothes

  151. Jenny Ham Avatar
    Jenny Ham

    I learned I have reward points I could use.

  152. Kat Emerick Avatar
    Kat Emerick

    You can even Earn Points From Home Without even Going to the Store.

  153. Kat Emerick Avatar
    Kat Emerick

    I would use it for new towels.

  154. Brandon Sparks Avatar
    Brandon Sparks

    If I won I would use it to get my son new shoes

  155. Brandon Sparks Avatar
    Brandon Sparks

    I learned that you can earn points to save money..

  156. Jennifer Reed Avatar
    Jennifer Reed

    I would purchase a new bathing suit for myself like the Jaclyn Smith Women’s Ruffle Tankini Swim Top – Floral and swim shorts.

  157. Vicki D. Avatar
    Vicki D.

    I would buy my son a birthday present. His birthday is next month.

  158. Lily Kwan Avatar
    Lily Kwan

    I would use this gift card to get groceries.

  159. Lily Kwan Avatar
    Lily Kwan

    I learned that you can get points back on purchases from other retailers.

  160. Carmen Clement Avatar
    Carmen Clement

    Groceries for sure! Thanks for this cool goveaway

  161. Joy Venters Avatar
    Joy Venters

    sales on many useful items

  162. Rosey Avatar
    Rosey

    I’d like to buy a comforter set for my main bedroom.

  163. Anita Jude Avatar
    Anita Jude

    I would buy my son outfit with it ..thanks for the chance

  164. Joy Venters Avatar
    Joy Venters

    I learned that you can Earn Rewards on qualifying purchases you make at Sears, Kmart, Lands’ End, Craftsman, Kenmore and mygofer

  165. Anita Jude Avatar
    Anita Jude

    It will save you and brings you great deals on products and services like appliances, electronics, fashion, lawn & garden, tools and much more.

  166. Carol Avatar
    Carol

    I would buy Spring shorts.

  167. Trisha McKee Avatar
    Trisha McKee

    I would purchase a tent canopy for all the summer parties planned.

  168. Trisha McKee Avatar
    Trisha McKee

    I learned that qualifying purchases earn you reward points!

  169. Casey Everidge Avatar
    Casey Everidge

    i would use it to buy my kids new shoes!

  170. BRIAN E. Avatar
    BRIAN E.

    Would buy my daughter a Lava Lamp, and a new desk lamp for her room ! Oh, and wiper blades for my wife’s car as well.

  171. Rachel Elaine Avatar
    Rachel Elaine

    I could use that giftcard for many things

  172. Sand Avatar
    Sand

    I would spend to on clothes!

  173. Sand Avatar
    Sand

    I learned that I can redeem and earn points at sears and Kmart.

  174. AEKZ2 Avatar
    AEKZ2

    I would buy swimsuits for the family

  175. AEKZ2 Avatar
    AEKZ2

    I learned that lifetime credits represent your Sweeps activity throughout the history of your Shop Your Way membership

  176. Jerry Marquardt Avatar
    Jerry Marquardt

    I am in great need of a nice new bicycle to get my nephew for his birthday. This prize would help out in doing such.

  177. Jerry Marquardt Avatar
    Jerry Marquardt

    I like that I can use Shop Your Way offers at both Kmart and Sears stores.