13 Basket Makeovers Using Paint, Pom Poms, Tassels, Decoupage
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Give your old baskets a fun refresh with these creative makeovers with basic craft supplies you probably already have in your craft stash!
Baskets are easy to come by—you can score them at yard sales, thrift stores, flea markets, or maybe even dig one out of your own basement. With a little creativity, those forgotten finds can become fabulous again!
Basket Makeovers
Give an old basket that may have seen better days a quick makeover.
BOHO Pom Pom Picnic Basket Makeover
Refresh a secondhand picnic basket with a dreamy boho spring vibe using simple materials like yarn, spray paint, and handmade beaded touches.
Pretty Sewing Basket Makeover
This sewing basket was under $3, but it needed work. Nothing a little paint and decoupage paper couldn't fix! Now it has cottage charm and is perfect for extra storage.
Kilim-Inspired Painted Basket
This Kilim-inspired painted basket is a quick, budget-friendly way to play with bold colors—and it’s super easy to make!
Picnic Basket Makeover
Transform a thrifted picnic basket with an easy faux finish technique for a touch of timeless cottage charm. Fill with faux flowers in any color that you like!
Old Basket Makeover
Don’t skip those old baskets at the thrift store—they’ve got serious potential! Bring them home and give them a fresh, stylish makeover. Vintage never looked so good!
Upcycled Waste Basket Craft Idea
Who says trash can’t be treasure? Even a basic bin can be transformed into a stylish waste basket with a little creativity!
Simple Boho Basket Makeover
An old beaded tassel garland is the perfect addition to an old basket. It gives it a fun, fresh Boho look for cheap!
Thrift Store Basket Refresh
Can you believe this basket was less than $2? Just a quick clean and paint refresh, and it’s totally repurposed and ready for decorating!
Thrift Store Basket Makeover
This little storage basket makeover turned out very boho chic. It was a fabulous $5 find that was given a quick update with a pop of color. Perfect for storage or display.
Easy Upcycled Wicker Basket
A simple makeover turned this secondhand wicker basket into a sleek statement piece for an elegant mantel display.
How To Spray Paint A Bamboo Tray Or Basket
Turn those thrift store bamboo finds into chic, boho beauties with a can of spray paint and a little DIY magic! In this easy tutorial, you’ll learn how to spray paint a bamboo tray or basket to match your style. Perfect for budget-friendly home updates
Decorative Tobacco Basket Makeover
Give that old tobacco basket a fresh new twist with this decorative tobacco basket makeover with a farmhouse style. With just a few simple touches you can transform a plain piece into rustic-chic wall decor with thrifted wall art.
Paint Home Decor In Batches With Off-White Paint
You can find baskets really cheap at thrift stores in all different shapes and sizes. Pretty baskets look great with a light dry brushing with off-white paint. It's a super-easy way to update them in batches.
The next time you are thrifting and you spot an old basket, with potential, scoop it up and give one of these projects a try. There is always room for another pretty basket in any home!
