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Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom by Jamie Sanders

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Easter Baskets

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The Easter baskets we have been using for the last few years are the brightly woven baskets that are sold around Easter time.  They have had a few years of rough use and are starting to fall apart.  I had originally planned on making a couple of ruffle totes for Easter this year, but when at the dollar store last week I saw these little plastic buckets and decided they would be a little more practical for egg collecting.  (Plus I could still add my ruffles to them…)

(Are you noticing a theme around here yet?  Yep, I have a “thing” for ruffles!)

OK guys, these are really easy to make!  If you don’t have an Easter basket yet, you still have time to make one of these.

See how I made the baskets after the jump:

I attached the ruffles the same way I made my ruffled Easter eggs and no sew ruffle tote.  To figure out the height of each ruffle, I just used a couple of scrap pieces of fabric and played until I had the ruffle size and placement just right.  Just remember, you will want at least 1/2 an inch over lap on the ruffles to cover the glue.   I considered adding a strip of ribbon around the top ruffle, but my buckets have a big lip that over-hangs so I didn’t think the ribbon was necessary.  (Though it probably would have been a pretty accent.)

 
For the purple bucket, I just used a few pre-cut strips leftover from a jelly roll.  For the blue bucket, I used the snip and rip method to make the strips.
 

Do you know what the “snip and rip” method is?  It’s exactly what it sounds like… Cut a small snip through the selvage and RIP!  If you have never done that before, you should try it…  It makes a perfectly straight strip of fabric.  (Plus it’s kind of fun.)

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  1. selyar says

    April 1 at 4:52 am

    harika 🙂

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  2. Kate says

    April 1 at 12:34 pm

    Great idea! You've used the most perfect fabrics for these and 'ripping' the fabric was the finishing touch! Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  3. LeighAnn says

    April 1 at 12:58 pm

    This is a great idea!

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  4. Natasha SerenityYou says

    April 1 at 1:03 pm

    These are fantastic!!!

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  5. Laurel Stephens says

    April 1 at 2:20 pm

    These are so sweet!

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  6. Ms. Redo says

    April 1 at 3:55 pm

    Love your ruffles, great idea to make their Easter baskets so much prettier! Hugs ~ Mary

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  7. Sewing for Utange says

    April 1 at 5:59 pm

    What a great idea! I hope they are enjoyed…

    Reply
  8. Rhondi ~ Big Mama's Home Kitchen says

    April 1 at 6:36 pm

    These are so cute! My girls love ruffles.

    Reply
  9. Anita Stafford says

    April 1 at 7:14 pm

    This is very creative and makes the baskets look so pretty! Great idea!

    Reply
  10. Jill says

    April 2 at 12:54 am

    Gorgeous little ruffly baskets!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

    Reply
  11. Our Pinteresting Family says

    April 2 at 1:06 am

    So adorable!! Megan

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  12. Karen says

    April 2 at 3:25 am

    These are adorable Jamie — I haven't had a chance to make one yet, but I did make two "No Sew Ruffle Totes" this evening for my DGD's. Thank you for that wonderful tutorial!!

    Karen
    http://karensquiltscrowscardinals.blogspot.com/

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  13. Christie says

    April 2 at 5:49 am

    These look so adorable!

    Reply
  14. Sass - aka - Kathy says

    April 2 at 1:04 pm

    Beyond cute! Please come share at http://sassafrassalvation.blogspot.com/2012/04/sasss-sunday-salvation-show-18.html

    Reply
  15. scrapmebaby says

    April 2 at 5:35 pm

    Love!!
    Also, I just made 10 of your ruffly tote bags for the goody bags at my daughter's birthday party coming up this weekend. They turned out super cute…I will do a post after the party and link back to your blog, thanks so much for the idea!

    Reply
  16. Rachel says

    April 3 at 12:40 am

    These are too cute! I love the ruffles and the colors are beautiful. I would love it if you would stop by and share at Lines Across.
    http://linesacrossmyface.blogspot.com/2012/04/cure-for-common-monday-34.html

    Reply
  17. Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking says

    April 3 at 2:23 am

    What ruffly goodness! Super cute!

    Reply
  18. Crafty Cousins says

    April 3 at 3:13 am

    I absolutely love this! I'd love for you to share it in our link party!
    http://crafting-cousins.blogspot.com/2012/03/what-i-wore-sunday-week-10.html

    ~Natalie @ Crafty Cousins

    Holla! We're your newest followers! 🙂

    Reply
  19. Jeanna says

    April 3 at 4:35 am

    Too cute! My little one would love this…

    Jeanan

    dramaqueenseams.com

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  20. A To Zebra Celebrations says

    April 3 at 4:48 am

    Ohhhh super cute and creative!!! love them!

    Reply
  21. Crafty Mischief says

    April 3 at 5:47 am

    I love the ruffles! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  22. Shabby chic Sandy says

    April 3 at 6:48 am

    I am also crazy for ruffles and these are about the cutest baskets ever!

    Reply
  23. ms.composure says

    April 3 at 9:12 pm

    stumbled onto your blog via the blog hop and just wanted to leave you a little blog luv! Def enjoyed this post!! new follower 🙂

    http://infinitelifefitness.com
    http://mscomposure.blogspot.com

    Reply
  24. Wendy Portales says

    April 3 at 10:19 pm

    I too have a thing for ruffles! I love them on everyting, it just makes stuff cuter! I recently made a ruffle crossbody bag for myself and I wanted to share it with you.

    http://thefoodwarandothertales.blogspot.com/2012/03/shabby-chick-ruffle-crossbody-bag.html

    I'm a new follower too! Keep up the crafty goodness! 🙂

    Reply
  25. Lori says

    April 4 at 6:15 am

    These baskets are adorable. I'm so glad I found your blog via the DIY party and I am now following so we can stay connected. I would love if you stopped by and follow too. Lori

    Reply
  26. Christine says

    April 4 at 1:31 pm

    LOVE the baskets!!!! Great idea!!! Plus you can use them year round!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer… From Dream To Reality!

    Reply
  27. Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says

    April 4 at 2:52 pm

    I did notice your ruffle theme lately, and I am sooo loving it! These are super adorable! Thanks for sharing at Handmade Tuesdays.

    Reply
  28. Jaimee @ Craft, Interrupted says

    April 4 at 7:11 pm

    What a great way to personalize and decorate an inexpensive Easter basket or bucket. I love these!!! I shared this on my crafty facebook page : )

    Reply
  29. Q @ JAQS says

    April 4 at 11:58 pm

    Lovely baskets. They are so festive and pretty.

    Love for you to share it at my Linky Party if you get a chance 🙂 – "Made by ME" Wednesdays here: http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2012/04/made-by-me-25-linky-party-and-features.html

    Reply
  30. Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says

    April 5 at 4:45 am

    I am featuring you tomorrow. They are adorable!

    Reply
  31. cheapcraftymama says

    April 5 at 6:30 pm

    Those are so cute! Thanks for sharing! I would love for you to link up to my new party "Pin It & Win It Wednesdays" @ http://www.cheapcraftymama.com!

    Reply
  32. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says

    April 6 at 2:42 am

    these are precious!! thank you so much for linking up to our Uncommonly Yours link party! Featuring these tonight on our Facebook page! Have a wonderful night!

    Bonnie @ uncommon

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  33. Alyssa says

    April 6 at 2:49 am

    These are so so cute! I would love if you would share this and any other post at my new link party: http://whatscookinglove.blogspot.com/2012/04/showcase-your-talent-thursday-1.html
    Thanks and I hope to see you there!

    Reply
  34. Allison {A Glimpse Inside} says

    April 6 at 5:23 am

    Too cute! I bet they will enjoy using those!
    Thanks for linking up to this week's Catch a Glimpse Party. I will be featuring these tomorrow!

    Reply
  35. Shannon says

    April 6 at 6:17 pm

    These are so cute!! I love them, I made some with fabric on the inside, but now I want to try these!! So glad I came across your post!! http://sewsweetcottage.blogspot.com/2012/04/fabric-lined-basket-tutorial.html

    [email protected]

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  36. Aimee - ItsOverflowing.com says

    April 7 at 6:55 am

    Featuring you! Love these baskets so much! XO, Aimee

    Reply
  37. Katie says

    April 7 at 11:31 pm

    Those are too cute! I love ruffles too! *sigh* 🙂

    Reply
  38. Six Sisters says

    April 10 at 11:48 pm

    These are the cutest baskets! We hope you'll be back to our "Strut Your Stuff Saturday". We loved having you! -The Sisters

    Reply
  39. Q @ JAQS says

    April 12 at 1:03 am

    Love it!

    I featured you today on my blog 🙂
    http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2012/04/made-by-me-26-linky-party-and-features.html

    Reply
  40. Ginger says

    April 12 at 5:44 am

    I'll be featuring you on Thursday. Thank you so much for sharing at {wow me} wednesday. 🙂

    Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com

    Reply
  41. Angie Ramirez says

    April 13 at 5:04 am

    Super CUTE!! 🙂

    Reply

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