Wire baskets are so simple and basic, yet they hold infinite crafting possibilities! They also vary in size, making it easy to get the right basket for the task. They can provide storage, look purely decorative, or be useful around the house.
They also have a shabby, rustic look that elevates any decor scheme and pleases any aesthetic! Pick up a few wire baskets and start transforming these overlooked craft supplies today!
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1. End table (h/t I Spy DIY)
Combine a table top with an upside-down wire basket to create an eye-catching and unique end or coffee table.
Combine a table top with an upside-down wire basket to create an eye-catching and unique end or coffee table.
2. Basket stand (h/t Hearth and Vine)
Use small wire baskets to create a tiered stand you can use for craft supplies, kitchen tools or non-perishables, or on your desk.
Use small wire baskets to create a tiered stand you can use for craft supplies, kitchen tools or non-perishables, or on your desk.
3. Plant stand
Plants take time and effort to grow and therefore should be put on display to be enjoyed. With this easy-to-make plant stand, your hard work won't go unnoticed! The best part? This stand doubles as a storage place for gardening materials, making this a functional DIY project for those who don't have a garage or storage shed. Get the full tutorial here.
Plants take time and effort to grow and therefore should be put on display to be enjoyed. With this easy-to-make plant stand, your hard work won't go unnoticed! The best part? This stand doubles as a storage place for gardening materials, making this a functional DIY project for those who don't have a garage or storage shed. Get the full tutorial here.
4. Rolling organizer (h/t Engineer Mommy)
Make your wire basket put in the work and transform it into a storage compartment on wheels you can use for many applications around the house.
Make your wire basket put in the work and transform it into a storage compartment on wheels you can use for many applications around the house.
5. Dressed up baskets (h/t A Beautiful Mess)
Create, customize, and personalize wire baskets for storage. They're so pretty, you'll want them in sight at all times! Details like a leather handle make baskets chic.
Create, customize, and personalize wire baskets for storage. They're so pretty, you'll want them in sight at all times! Details like a leather handle make baskets chic.
6. Rope basket (h/t C'mon Get Crafty)
Add rope for an interesting twist on a traditional rope basket. This basket looks right at home on your butcher block or kitchen counter.
Add rope for an interesting twist on a traditional rope basket. This basket looks right at home on your butcher block or kitchen counter.
7. Wire lamp shade (h/t Texas Magnolia Home)
The epitome of shabby chic and industrial flair, using a wire basket for a chandelier is not only inventive but functional.
The epitome of shabby chic and industrial flair, using a wire basket for a chandelier is not only inventive but functional.
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