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July 12, 2017 by Bre

DIY Burlap Basket from a Laundry Basket

Baskets are an organization and decor staple; you can never have enough!  They’re a perfect spot to plop your pillows and blankets, stick a potted plant, or hide some junk when you need to do a quick house pick up before guests arrive.

Because there is no such thing as too many baskets, I decided to add another to my collection with this upcycle of a Dollar Tree laundry hamper to a DIY burlap basket for my office space!

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Now, let me show you how to upgrade a plain laundry basket into a stylish burlap basket for your home!

Supplies Needed to Make a DIY Burlap Basket

Thank you to Kenarry: Ideas for the Home for sponsoring this post.  The project and opinions are my own.  Also, this post contains affiliate links.  To read my full disclosure policy, please click here.

  • Kenarry: Ideas for the Home Loose Weave Burlap Ribbon: 5 inches x 10 yards roll
  • Small laundry hamper (I bought mine at Dollar Tree; here is a similar one)
  • Scissors
  • Plastic spray paint in the color of your choice
  • Small wooden tag
  • Paint pen
  • Yarn pom poms

How to Make a Burlap Basket from a Laundry Hamper

Before I give you instructions, I have to show you the plain old laundry basket that I bought at Dollar Tree.  So simple, right?  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Step One: Spray Paint the Laundry Basket

I started by spray painting the laundry basket with spray paint that adheres to plastic.  My favorite type of plastic spray paint is this brand, but I had to use a different kind from Target for my project.  The Target spray paint worked just fine in case you were wondering.  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

After I spray painted, I let the basket dry for a looooong time to make sure it really stuck to the plastic hamper, and I plotted the best way to transform it from a laundry basket to a pretty basket.

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great burlap craft project!

Step Two: Cut Burlap Ribbon Into Strips

Once it dried, I grabbed some soft burlap ribbon that is extra wide at 5″ across, and that has sewn edges to reduce fraying.  This burlap ribbon comes in a 10 yard roll, which is the perfect size for this project!  

To begin, I cut a piece that measured 1.5 times longer than the circumference of the laundry hamper base.  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great burlap craft project!

Step Three: Weave the Burlap Ribbon

Then I began weaving the burlap ribbon in and out of the slots in the bottom row of the laundry hamper.  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Step Four: Cut the Excess Burlap

When I got all the way around the base of the basket, I tied off the ends on the inside of the basket and cut off the excess burlap ribbon.  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Step Five: Repeat the Process

Next, I cut another piece of burlap ribbon and moved up to the next row of slats on the basket; repeating the steps above and making sure to start my weaving one column of slats to the right in order to offset the weaving pattern.  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great burlap craft.

I did this until all of the basket was woven with burlap ribbon!  

In all, I probably used about 8 yards of the burlap ribbon, so I’m glad this spool came in such a long length!  

To finish off this burlap basket, I added a little hang tag that reads “Cozy Things,” and some pom poms.  Pom poms are my fave.

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Can you believe how easy it was to transform a plain laundry hamper into a pretty burlap basket?  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

Jasper couldn’t resist posing for this photo shoot.  He’s a big fan of this DIY burlap basket. 🙂  

It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great burlap craft idea!

Next time you see one of those small laundry baskets at the store, make sure to pick one up and transform it into a cute piece of functional decor for your home!  

And please make sure to pin this post to share the love!  It's easy to transform a dollar store laundry basket into a pretty burlap basket! What a great Dollar Tree craft project!

-Bre

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Comments

  1. Bre says

    July 12, 2017 at 8:15 am

    This is such a genius idea Bre! Love it. And I want to steal Jasper 🙂

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:24 am

      Thanks, Bre! And no way – you’ve got Oaks to keep you busy! 🙂

  2. Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com says

    July 12, 2017 at 3:17 pm

    What a great idea, Bre! Gives a plain basket such a nice touch!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:24 am

      Thanks, Kendra!

  3. Amanda Fettig says

    July 12, 2017 at 11:26 pm

    I love it!! And you’re right, you can never have enough baskets. 🙂 Such a clever way to use the burlap!!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:24 am

      Thanks so much, Amanda!

  4. Erin says

    July 14, 2017 at 5:01 am

    Bre! This is a great upcycle!! I think it would be a good alternative to a plant pot for a Christmas tree! Pinned and saved 😀 <3

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:26 am

      Oh that is a great idea, Erin! Especially since the basket is plastic – any Xmas tree goop wouldn’t ruin it!

  5. Amy | Canary Street Crafts says

    July 14, 2017 at 8:52 am

    Love how this turned out, Bre! Such a simple way to completely change the look of that basket.

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:26 am

      Thanks, Amy!

  6. Erica @ Dwell Beautiful says

    July 14, 2017 at 1:45 pm

    What an adorable upcycle! I just love how you totally transformed the hamper into something so cute and functional. Such a great project!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      July 15, 2017 at 9:27 am

      Thanks, Erica!

  7. Seana Turner says

    July 17, 2017 at 7:59 am

    Love this little project, Bre. I’m not sure there is no such thing as too many baskets… I have been in houses where I’m an urging the client to do some “letting go,” but this is a great way to transform an affordable basket into something pretty. I had no idea there was spray paint for plastic. I’m always learning from you!

    Reply
    • Bre says

      August 8, 2017 at 10:04 am

      YES! Baskets are the best! They are an absolute must have for a tidy home! 🙂 So glad you like this project, Seana! And yes – now go spray paint all the plastic. 🙂

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