Everybody has a few unused baskets laying around (don’t they?), and if they don’t, the dollar store or thrift store (or garage sales) are always stocked with plenty of baskets to choose from. Jamie at C.R.A.F.T. spray-painted an array of baskets the same color, and then decorated them with collages of cool stuff. This graphic wall art display cost less than $20, including spray paint, and it makes huge impact in her living room. [how to make painted basket wall art]
Project Estimate:
- Assorted baskets, $10 and up (or on hand)
- Krylon spray paint (definitely use a brand-name paint for this to avoid frustration), $3
- Assorted ephemera, on hand
- Glue, on hand
- Mounting hardware, on hand or a pack for $1
Total: $3 and up
- Use acrylic craft paint instead of spray paint, if you only want to spend about $1. I’m betting the convenience of spray paint is worth the extra money, though!
- Use stuff you have on hand instead of buying baskets. Or, ask friends and relatives if they have baskets to spare (everyone does!) Or, recycle baskets or other items you would normally throw away (like plastic berry baskets).
6 Comments
Jo
I am sending this to one of our minions who has so many baskets, her husband has forbidden her from bringing home any more so she has to hide them under her coat on the way in the door. Thanks for sharing this!
Michelle L.
So cute! You know I love the one with the keys!
C.R.A.F.T.
Thanks for spreading the basket wall art love :) This is a FUN project to make…and remember spray paint does wonders to everyday objects :)
Mod Podge Amy
These are so awesome – what a great idea. I have no baskets but will have to run out to get some (sometime!). I too love the keys!
Beckie
Those are seriously awesome. What a cheapo way to add a little splash to a dull wall.
Peaches
Ooooo what fun! It sort of reminds me of Julia child with all her pots and pans mounted on the wall. But much COOLER! Well done :)