Tutorial - How to Make a Coiled Rope Basket with Lid

A coat of mod podge controls sisal threads and dust particles

Tutorial at Purple Hues and Me Blog

"There are lots of tutorials on making rope baskets but have you seen one that includes a lid? Who doesn't love a handcrafted and adorable catchall that has a top to hide it all? And the best part -it's so easy to make including adding decorative rope accents! begin by dipping the end of the rope in mod podge to prevent fraying and let dry. Once dry, coil end tightly in circle, securing with a dab of hot glue and place on a upside down bowl bottom you'll be using to shape the basket".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Crochet an Easter Basket

Basket has a 22″ circumference, and is 5″ high

Tutorial at Olives & Okra Blog

"I love beautiful baskets, and spring is the perfect time of year to make a DIY Easter Basket. I’m using Red Heart Super Saver yarn from my large yarn stash to crochet this versatile yet beautiful basket. The basket is worked as one piece: Crochet the bottom first followed by the basket’s sides.  One round is reversed for a long tie, but this can easily be replaced with a solid row of single crochet. I finished the basket with a reverse single crochet border, one of my favorite crochet stitches".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Recycled Basket

It took less than an hour to make this basket

Tutorial at A Crafty Mix Blog

"Celebrate nature’s bounty and make this easy DIY harvesting basket using pallet off cuts, chicken wire, a bicycle inner tube and some sisal rope. It’s just the right size (39 cm long, 15 cm high and 19 cm wide) and it’s perfect for harvesting, washing and carrying fresh, home grown veggies".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Storage Basket

To store clothes, toiletries, toys or craft supplies

Tutorial at AKI 1 a.m. Blog

"It is convenient, practical and a need in every organized household- a storage basket. Today’s post is an easy tutorial on making a storage basket , make one for personal use or as a gift. The options to customize are limitless- from shapes, sizes to material choices. Let’s get started".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Market Basket

Perfect for gathering produce from the garden or when you go the farmer's market

Tutorial at The Farmhouse in the Field Blog

"When you make a homemade gift for someone, you never know whether they really want it or if it's something that they accept to be nice. I, at least, never am sure. But then someone says something about something you made that really makes you realize how valued it is.  I've been basketweaving since the early nineties and back then, made a lot of baskets. When I moved, I left a lot of baskets at my parent's home. I really didn't think anything about it until last week.  "Your brother wants you to weave him a basket", my mother said.  "Chris wants a basket?"  "Yes, he saw the one I use all the time and I told him you made it", she said.  "Well, she needs to make me one", was my brother's response".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Paint Dipped Basket

Any basket you own can be paint dipped

Tutorial at The Country Chic Cottage Blog

"I heart paint dipped baskets.  I find myself using them in a variety of locations around my home.  I thought I would share a few of my ideas with y’all today.  You might just find an idea for using paint dipped baskets in your own home.  Use this method on baskets you already own or raid the thrift store for one awesome project on a budget.  I love a DIY idea that is quick and thrifty".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Weave a Foam Basket

A way to spread the arrival and joy of spring

Tutorial at Purple Hues and Me Blog

"As a child I loved May 1st and all the fun activities held on that day at school.  I especially loved dressing in white, dancing and wrapping the maypole. Unfortunately, I don't think today's kids experience any of those fun activities.  I just recently learned of another spring tradition from the past - of making baskets, filling them with fresh spring flowers or treats and anonymously placing them on neighbors' doorsteps in celebration of spring.   I like the idea of making baskets, filling them with flowers, fresh or not, and giving them to friends and loved ones to spread the joys of spring. For this, I have an easy adorable basket to make - one that can get kids or adults involved by helping weave their very own May Day basket using foam sheets, poster board, hot glue or super glue and scissors".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make an Easter Bunny Basket

Simple, easy to sew project, sure to delight

Tutorial at Nanny Craft 4 U Blog

"Today I am going to show you how to make an Easter Bunny Basket!  It uses the same basic idea that we used in the Card Holder and Xmas Treat Dish".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Sew a Small Easter Basket

One fabric charm pack makes 7 tiny baskets

Tutorial at Sewing the Seasons Blog

" Last year I designed a simple Easter basket, you can find the tutorial here. With Easter approaching, I wanted to make some more this year. Here are the tips for using a charm pack to make your baskets, don't forget you can use any fabric choice you would like, this is just one option for constructing your baskets. These finished baskets will be 4 1/2" high".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Knitted Basket

Tutorial also has notes for other size trays and baskets

Tutorial at Made by Chrissie D Blog

"Think of words you can put in front of tray: vanity; bits and bobs; candy; sweets; cosmetic; accessory; cutlery; letter; nail polish; ribbon; pencil; desk; organiser; make-up; storage; essentials and lots, lots more. However you say it, whatever you put in it, everyone can always use a tray. Ever thought of making your own?  How about making them as gifts, stacking several sizes together or filling them with goodies for British Mother's Day coming up in less than three weeks or Easter on 5 April this year?  I love to knit them - that way I can choose my own dimensions, yarns, trims and colours and today I'm sharing with you how I do it".... Read more

Tutorial - Upcycled Plastic Tray into a Crocheted Bag

Big enough for a sock project, or to hold toys

Tutorial at Anastacia Knits Designs Blog

"I took a plastic container that used to hold mushrooms, washed and dried it, punched holes around the rim. The container is approximately 6" wide, and 4" deep, and is the perfect size for becoming the base of a bag.  After I poked holes all the way around, I picked up single crochet stitches all the way around the brim. I simply inserted my crochet hook (I used 4.0 mm) into the holes, and worked single crochet all the way around, joining the round with a slip stitch".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Boxy Fabric Basket

Cubic basket perfect for Valentines treats

Tutorial at Roonie Ranching Blog

"I made this basket to hold some Valentine's Day treats for my son's preschool teachers, but I didn't want it to scream "VALENTINE'S DAY".  With the aqua and the dark pink on the exterior and the teal (which looks much more blue in all of the photos for some reason) on the interior, the color combo looks both sweet for Valentine's Day but appropriate for year-round as well.  This basket has more of a boxed-out shape than the typical one because of the construction method.  I got the idea for this basket when making my Toy Tote".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Piped Fabric Basket

Piping adds visual impact and interest

Tutorial at Roonie Ranching Blog

"This is a padded fabric basket just begging to be made for a teacher, neighbor, or even your East German friend who has a birthday tomorrow (or am I the only one in that situation?).  I know there are a million fabric basket sewing tutorials out there, but do any of them have all this adorable piping?  I think not! The finished dimensions are about 6 1/2" wide, 5 1/2" deep, and 4" tall (minus the handles, which stick up another couple of inches".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make Nesting Baskets

Multi-purpose baskets in three sizes

Tutorial at Straight Grain Blog

"A few weeks ago, I made this bread basket for my MMM post. It was ridiculously oversized, but precisely that sparked some new ideas. 'It would also make a nice project bag for knitters and crocheters', reader Marjolijn commented. And I thought: yes, or for storing diapers! Or toys! Or to be used as a gift bag! And a smaller version could be used as a pen holder! Or a flower pot!  Well, long story short: here are the pdf-patterns for the baskets in 3 sizes. They are really quick and easy to make, and a nice reason to hold onto fabric left-overs in all sizes"....Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Denim Basket

Recycle jeans into a nice storage basket -
It's easy but takes a little time

Tutorial at Ohoh Blog

"You don't know what to do with your old denims? Here is an idea for recycling them. It's easy but takes a little time.You will need old denims, a pair of scissors, a sewing machine, a container to use as a model for your basket (I used a bucket).  Cut strips of denim +/- 1" wide and sew them end to end to make a long ribbon".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Spring Bird's Nest Hanging

Make a nest with jute rope and fill it with tiny handmade creations

Tutorial at Creative Khadija Blog

"Today I am going to share something inspired by spring season! if you are now hearing the sweet chirping of birds from your window, so it would be a happy sign! but if you are living in a busy city where the nests of  birds are not easily visible near your window, so you must try something like my today’s fun creation".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Woven Burlap Basket

Fill the heart with flowers, chocolates, or even jewelry for that special occasion

Tutorial at Purple Hues and Me Blog

"I'm going back to the days when I was a cub scout leader and had the boys make paper woven baskets for their moms or school-age crushes for Valentines Day. This is a classic paper or felt craft made during the holidays especially Christmas, Valentines and Easter.  It is super easy to do. I wanted to try one in my usual "go to and trendy" fabric:  burlap".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Notion Basket

Use for notions or as a thread catcher

Basket Tutorial at Roonie Ranching Blog

"I have an awesome thread catcher/pincushion combo that my amazing Aunt Janet made for me, but since Erin already has a pincushion (and adamantly denies needing another one, even though I doubt you can ever have too many!) I didn't need a design quite this complex.  Isn't it cool, though? Aunt Janet is so amazing.  Someday I hope to have half of her sewing abilities!  Anyway, here is what I came up with when I sat down to design a little something for Erin.  It's really simple".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Make a Fabric Basket

Choose to add Ric Rac, a Pom Pom, Lace Trim, or none at all

Basket Tutorial at Sew Minty Blog

"Today I'm going to share a tutorial on the fabric basket I made last month. These little basket are so easy and fun to make. You can make them in any sizes or colors for storage, room decorations or as gifts! You will love having them around. or at least I did".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Get a Paint Dipped Look

Get the look without the mess

Painted Basket Tutorial at The Comfy Crafter Blog

"So I may have been living under a rock lately, but I just came across the paint dipped basket phenomena.  I love the splash of color that can be added to a basket but don't really feel like going through the mess of dipping. First things first. Find a basket, I found mine at a thrift store for .69 cents".... Read more