How to make a Rope Basket

Making a rope basket is a fun and practical DIY project that can be done with simple materials and tools.

Rope baskets are versatile and can be used to store a variety of items. Here are some ideas how you can use them.

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In the living room, you can use large rope baskets to store throw blankets, pillow, magazines and books. You can place small basket on the coffee table or on a shelf to keep remote controls and electronics accessories on hand.

Large baskets are very useful in the bedroom. They make stylish and practical laundry bins. They are very handy to store extra blankets and pillows. In the closet, you can sort scarves, belts and accessories in several small baskets for optimal organization.

In the bathroom, don´t hesitate to use rope baskets to organize towels and washcloths. Organize the drawers keeping toiletries and bath products in assigned baskets. You can also place a large rope basket on the floor to keep toilet paper rolls on hand.

Use rope basket to store ailments that don’t need to stay in the fridge, such as fruits, potatoes and onions. Three tier hanging baskets are a great option to optimize kitchen space.

We know that kid´s room are not easy to keep tidy. Use baskets of different sizes to organize toys, stuffed animals, games, books and art supplies in a practical and easy way for children to keep the room organized.

And obviously, we can’t miss the room where we certainly need some extra storage: the craft room.
Have fun making lots of rope baskets of all sizes to store all your DIY materials. From Yarn and knitting supplies to art supplies…there’s always something to put away when you’re done crafting.

Rope baskets not only provide functional storage but also add a rustic, handmade touch to your home decor. Here’s a easy step-by-step guide on how to make one. Enjoy crafting!

Supplies you will need to handmade a rope Basket

Materials you will use for this project:

• • Cotton rope
  • sewing machine
  • thread
  • Dye (which one of these gorgeous colors will you choose?)

I get 20 yards of rope and I almost use everything to complete the basket. I didn’t want a plain white basket so I stained the cord in yellow and brown.

Just follow the instruction on your dye package, mine is required to dissolve the dye into boiled water. I started with the yellow and dip one end of the rope into it.

I let it drain and dry and then did the same with the brown color. The brown turns out more reddish than I expected but still looks nice with the yellow.

DIY Basket Step-by-step tutorial

Once the rope is completely dry, you are ready to start sewing the basket.

Roll one end of the rope on itself and start sewing with zigzag points. Choose a point gap big enough to cover two cord width.

Continue sewing winding the rope on itself to make the bottom of your basket. Just for the record, the bottom of my basket is 12 inches diameter (30 cm). Of course, you can make yours the dimension you want.

When you reach the dimension you like to give to the bottom, you can start to sew the basket edges. It’s simple, you keep sewing and you start moving slowly the bottom to reach a vertical position.

Keep sewing, rotating the basket and holding the bottom vertical.

When you reach the desired high for your basket you can cut the rope.

To avoid the rope to fray you can put some glue on the end. Finish with some extra stitches to fix it nicely on the basket edge.

If you are an experimented sewer this won’t happen to you. I’m not, so some stitches have slipped.

To catch up with the holes in the basket, I just sewed them up with the sewing machine.

And tadam!!! My pretty basket is ready! I like how the colors turn out.

I first wanted a yellow and grey basket, but they didn’t have grey dye in the store. I like how the brown came out! What do you think?

If like me, you make a storage/organizing crisis every back to school time, I have other great DIY ideas to make cardboard box and baskets.

In conclusion, creating a rope basket is a fun craft to try, with the right approach and a little bit of creativity, anyone can do it.

By following the steps outlined in this article, you can make your own beautiful and functional rope basket.

Remember to use high-quality materials and take your time to ensure a strong and sturdy construction.

As we’ve learned, making a rope basket is not just about the end result, but also a journey of discovery and self-expression. Don´t hesitate to try different rope colors or stain to give your handmade basket a unique touch.

So, go ahead and give it a try – you’ll be amazed at what you can create with just a few strands of rope.

Who knows, it may even become your new favorite hobby. Now, it’s your turn to get creative and make your own rope basket – happy crafting!

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