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Friday, June 22, 2012

227 DIY Rope Basket

Today's project is one of those, "Ooooh, I have a great idea!" and "I am going to save so much money!" and "This will be SO easy!" projects. In the end, I wasn't saying those things so ecstatically or loudly, but I was still really really happy with the end result. First remember our guest bedroom?

We attempted to use an IKEA Lack side table and decided it wasn't right for the space. After some additional thought, I changed my mind and decided to make it work {surprise surprise right?}

But something was totally missing. Something to fill that giant gaping hole staring at you right when you enter the room. I brainstormed a few options and landed on some sort of basket to hold a few cozy throws for our guests. I really wanted another rope utility basket. Have you seen them? I love.

They offer of softness and texture and something about them just makes me smile. In fact, I splurged on one during a flash sale last year for the playroom, and it's been really fantastic for the kids. However, coming in typically between $70 and $100 {or between $40-$60 on sale}, they absolutely are not a guest bedroom budget friendly option. So I decided to make one myself!

The idea was simple. I had some extra rope from our DIY canvas bin handles (cotton filler cord found at JoAnn with a coupon or online on Amazon), so it would only be a matter of purchasing some more and wrapping it around a dollar store basket. So, off to the dollar store I went. My particular store had a variety of baskets, but for the size I wanted, unfortunately for me they only carried a black option...

But that is what spray paint is for right?

I will save the step by step spray paint process, but basically it was a coat of primer and two coats of matte white, left to cure for two days. I only worried about the inside since the outside would be covered by the magical rope. I did a test run of wrapping the rope around the basket. Based on how much I was able to get around the basket, I figured I would need about five packages of rope total. I already had almost one full package left from my last project. I bought six more just to be safe. At $2.99 a pack, it was already becoming a bit more expensive than I was hoping.... In looking at the rope I made a last minute decision that I wanted to bring in some color. That the creamy colored cotton rope would be a little bland in the room. But I was already home from the craft store and ready to get started {and the craft store is over 30 minutes away}... so I needed to think about potential ways to turn the rope a new shade. The only thing I could come up with was to mix a little bit of paint with water....

The trick to getting the color to stick to the rope was to actually squeeze the rope under the water so it would absorb it. Then, it was a waiting game while it took a few days to sit out and dry... I thought stripes/alternating color would be good, so I only colored half of my rope stash. Once the rope was dry and the spray paint was cured, it finally came time to attach the rope to the basket. This part was easy peasy but a bit time consuming.

Using a hot glue gun, we just ran the glue and pushed down the rope... we started under the basket lip to get a nice straight starting line.

Then we just kept on going, around and around and around. Yes, we used the glue along every inch of the rope, just to be sure it would be nice and sturdy since the basket really wasn't {it was only a buck, you get what you pay for}.

It was stacking up oh so nicely! We continued until the entire thing was covered.... And then added rope around the top as well to give it a nice finished look.

The inside isn't the most glamorous looking, it looks like a white basket with rope wrapped around it. But once the blankets and throws are inside, it's all good!

I quickly popped it into it's new home. I adore!

Making for an oh so pretty before and after story!

Total cost for supplies came in at around $20, since I used each package of the rope I purchased. It also took about four days since I had so much hurry up and wait time for paint to dry. In the end, not as quick and cheap as I thought it would be, but it was still far less than my inspiration basket and customized to fit my needs so I will check it off as a win! It also inspired me to look at other basket wrapping options and check out less expensive finish alternatives such as jute and twine... Anyone else been making over dollar store finds lately? How about getting halfway through a project and realizing it wasn't going to be as inexpensive as you were hoping, but you loved the results anyway?

Posted by IHeart Organizing at 6/22/2012

Labels: Bedroom, Before and After, Our Abode, Our Projects/DIY, Painting, Storage Solutions

227 comments:

Katlyn LarsonJune 22, 2012 at 12:41 PM
Oh I love this so much! Totally pinning so I can do it! :) Thank you for sharing! Katlyn xo The Dreamy Meadow
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 12:45 PM
Girl you are a genious!!
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Angela RobertsJune 22, 2012 at 12:49 PM
This is really good idea!
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The OCD LifestyleJune 22, 2012 at 12:52 PM
Very cute! And, I actually have this on my list of things-to-do for the summer, but a smaller version. You can tell you put a lot of work into it. Awesome job once again. xoxo,Kristin
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 12:56 PM
Great idea!
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sip-n-wearJune 22, 2012 at 1:01 PM
What a cute little basket!! Great idea! A must do in my book!
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Jodie DavazJune 22, 2012 at 1:03 PM
So cute! I adore the texture. Now, to find an excuse to make one myself... :)
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NorraJune 22, 2012 at 1:04 PM
I love it! Thanks for the idea. I wish I had time for everything to dry. So if I attempt this, it will take nearly 2 weeks to complete :)
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Jenny & LanceJune 22, 2012 at 1:06 PM
this might be one of my favorite tutorials of yours so far! So cute & functional - I will definitely be stealing the idea for my son's new big boy room...mine might be gray & white. Love!
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jessc4343June 22, 2012 at 1:09 PM
Every project I start is always forethought as "quick and easy and waaay cheaper than buying pre-made!" And almost everytime I've been wrong. I say almost because the second time I attempted no-sew roman shades, it was much easier. I bought a thingy of twine about a year ago and have been wanting to wrap it around some random glass vase, but haven't yet. I have a feeling though that it could be my first "quick and easy and way cheaper than those that I saw at Target the other day!" (hello, dejavu!)
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Clutter-Free ClassroomJune 22, 2012 at 1:14 PM
Adorable! I had to laugh though that a 30 minute drive to the store would take too long, but waiting days for rope to soak was OK. I would never have the patience for that. LOL. I do think your gorgeous color is way better than any color you would have found at the store. :)❤Jodi from...★★The Clutter-Free Classroom★★Helping Teachers Get Organized
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:08 PM
  I agree that is totally funny. I guess I meant it was too far to drive back just to purchase fabric dye, so I opted to use something I had on hand... :) Glad I did too since the colors seemed to be just right.xoxo,Jen
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2. MaryApril 1, 2014 at 7:14 AM
  What may have made it a little less expensive would be to use the big chunky yarn and if you can sew, it would not take much to make a pretty liner for it. Just some ideas...Mary
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BrandiJune 22, 2012 at 1:15 PM
Ah-mazing!!!! Love it, Jen!
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Elizabeth BrownJune 22, 2012 at 1:16 PM
I love these DIY functional furniture things! Nothing is more satisfying than knowing you need something for a room, and then making it.Awesome basket and VERY lovely room. I bet your guests don't ever want to leave that tranquil space.Have a great weekend!
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VanessaJune 22, 2012 at 1:17 PM
Super cute! Thanks for the inspiriation =)I recreated a photo wreath I saw on Pinterest. My plan was to make one for my mom, grandma, mother in law, and myself for Mother's Day... the tutorial made it look so easy!Well... after printing pictures, buying ribbon and the Styrofoam wreath it took about 2 hours and $18 for one. ONE! No way I was making 3 more.So I kept the one I made for myself and hung it proudly at my desk at work =)
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:09 PM
  Oooh, that has happened to me too! At least the intentions were good, lol! :)xoxo,Jen
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2. AnonymousJuly 19, 2012 at 3:54 PM
  I had seen a pool noodle taped together is a LOT cheaper than buying those foam wreaths at the craft store. Just an idea maybe next time....
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 1:23 PM
That is some serious ingenuity! I'm totally inspired!! I might have to try this!
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JennyJune 22, 2012 at 1:25 PM
oh my gosh i love this!!! You are so patient too, whenever I start a DIY I always want to finish it THAT day to get the instant gratification haha. hopefully I can muster up some patience and tackle this project
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:12 PM
  Oh, we could be sisters. I am the same way and get really antsy to get things done right away, my husband often has to keep my excitement and overly optimistic "it will be so quick and easy" attitude in check, lol.xoxo,Jen
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2. LetiaJune 12, 2014 at 10:26 PM
  I realized I'm two years late with this post. I also suffer from instant gratification. Especially when using spray paint. Need to learn to to thin layers and then keep added after they've dried. :)
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Cassie {Hi Sugarplum}June 22, 2012 at 1:26 PM
cute cute cute!!! We are SO on the same wave this week!! I just made a trivet by doing the same thing with sisal (posted it this week!), and then made a bowl with the leftover (posting next week!) I love this multicolored basket with rope though, so super cute! What will we do next?!?! ;)
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:13 PM
  Haha, that is too funny! Off to check out your project now, I just love everything you do!xoxo,Jen
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SaraJune 22, 2012 at 1:28 PM
You have the best ideas! Love it!
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Anita Y.June 22, 2012 at 1:36 PM
Brilliant! You always know just what a space needs (for both aesthetics and function), and I love that your home gets transformed gradually and with patience and thought. Question: did you cover the bottom of the outside of the basket with rope, or did you stop when the sides were all covered? Probably a minor detail, but I was just curious. Thank you! Anita Y. in Southern California
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:14 PM
  Hi Anita!I just went down to the very bottom of the sides, I skipped the bottom since I just didn't have enough rope left, but considered it and it could easily be done in the future.xoxo,Jen
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 1:40 PM
So creative!! Just added this to my ever growing list of DIY projects.
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Smart MommaJune 22, 2012 at 1:40 PM
that's so fab! i think i might be doing that one of these days too :) staining the rope with paint & water was a smart idea too!i am such a fan of yours!anyway jen, can i have your organizing opinion on my garage? the url add is this: http://smart-momma.blogspot.com/2012/06/part-1-garage-attack.htmlwould really appreciate it..i am also open to anybody's organizing suggestion too...thanks!
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 1:49 PM
LOVE this!
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Lindsey Anne | pinklet and cJune 22, 2012 at 1:50 PM
what a GREAT idea! I think i'm going to use this for a client project I'm working on!! Thanks fort he DIY!
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Andrea @ Decorating CentsJune 22, 2012 at 2:05 PM
That's genius. I love the colors.
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BlueJune 22, 2012 at 2:12 PM
Where did you find the white coverlet on the bed in the "after" pictures? I've been looking for something like that for a long time! Thanks!
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:16 PM
  Hi Blue!It was from HomeGoods sometime last year.xoxo,Jen
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Laura@JourneyChicJune 22, 2012 at 2:12 PM
Love it! And the idea to color the rope with watered down paint is a great one.
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 2:15 PM
i love love love love this!!! just pinned it and plan on making 2 of these for our living room. you are awesome, as always!
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IngridJune 22, 2012 at 2:21 PM
love it! and love the color you did, so lovely!
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Amanda @ Our Humble A{Bowe}dJune 22, 2012 at 2:22 PM
Great idea and it looks so pretty. I wonder if you could get a large cheapie plastic planter to wrap the rope around. It might be a little sturdier, but more expensive. And for a brighter rope color, maybe use liquid Rit dye? At any rate, this is awesome and I love the look and texture! Great job!
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1. NancyJune 22, 2012 at 5:02 PM
  That is a great idea! Near me, at least, plastic planters are on sale from their already cheap prices (the kind that are made to look like terra cotta). They might be slightly different shapes but I think they'd be a good option.
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Jen @ The Decor SceneJune 22, 2012 at 2:23 PM
OMG Jen you always amaze me. I HEART this project. It's gorgeous!!! Thanks for sharing. Overall, it was a cheap project. :)
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BrandiJune 22, 2012 at 2:25 PM
Seriously you are amazing with all your DIY's and organizational skills!!
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Ash @ HumberHomeProjectJune 22, 2012 at 2:33 PM
oh my gosh - this is GREAT!! I've been loving all the rope baskets, but like you said - they are so expensive.Can't wait to hit up the dollar store for some baskets to cover :)
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AlexisJune 22, 2012 at 2:34 PM
This is such a great idea! I've been trying to figure out creative ways to store scarves and belts and this would look great in my bedroom. Time to get some rope... :)
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AngelaJune 22, 2012 at 2:36 PM
Holy camoly!!! (sp?) I can't believe you did this yourself! SO great!!!
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Teresa (Smart and Simple Organizing)June 22, 2012 at 2:40 PM
Really fabulous! You are so creative and have way more patience than I haha!
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Jess CoxJune 22, 2012 at 2:41 PM
Thank you so much for sharing this idea! I'm trying to figure out where I will put mine once i make it! I seriously love it!
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Tawnya GrayJune 22, 2012 at 2:54 PM
I have to say this is so cute. I'm going to have to make a few myself.
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 2:57 PM
Cute - I love it!Mackenziehttp://mylifebeingmarried.blogspot.com
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Alex GreenJune 22, 2012 at 3:09 PM
That's a really good money-saving solution. Great job!
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The Beauty BoxJune 22, 2012 at 3:11 PM
Fantastic idea! Love it! :)
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Vicki DutcherJune 22, 2012 at 3:15 PM
Oh fabulous! It looks great on your side table!! WTG~
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CrysJune 22, 2012 at 3:20 PM
Where did you get that Fab blanket?
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:19 PM
  Hi Crys!The blue duvet was from Pottery Barn about two years ago, they only have the swatch online now: http://www.potterybarn.com/products/painterly-paisley-bedding-swatch/?pkey=e|Painterly%2BPaisley|1|best|0|viewall|24||1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-The white coverlet and shams were from HomeGoods last year.xoxo,Jen
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Marieke (M for Mommy)June 22, 2012 at 3:26 PM
So much fun! Almost worth buying a similar night stand for :-)
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 3:32 PM
Fantastic idea :)*
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Jenn SurprenantJune 22, 2012 at 3:39 PM
Great idea! You could also line the inside of the basket if you are really motivated and willing to spend a little more money. That way it doesn't look like a basket with rope around it on the inside. Just an idea that popped into my head when I read that part. :)
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:19 PM
  Absolutely! I just decided that I was at my budget threshold for this project, lol.xoxo,Jen
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Megan G.June 22, 2012 at 3:45 PM
This is so cool and looks so easy! I'll have to try it! :)
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Meaningful NestJune 22, 2012 at 3:47 PM
Beautiful! From Dollar Store to Showroom piece!!!
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Megan @ Megity's HandmadeJune 22, 2012 at 3:54 PM
I think it looks very, very nice! Great job! It's frustraing when it's a hurry up and wait project, but it seems to have been worth it.
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Christine LeahyJune 22, 2012 at 4:09 PM
So beautiful! I love the calm cool coastal look! I loooovvee it!
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Christy @ MCH PHOTOGRAPHYJune 22, 2012 at 4:18 PM
What a cool idea
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 4:24 PM
Very cute! Had a few questions for you:* Your guest room looks completely different - different bedding; different lamp; different mirror - do you utilize in your house in a different area or just replace?* when you say "we" - are you meaning your assistant or your hubby?:-)
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:23 PM
  Thank you!The duvet bedding is actually the same, however, I swapped out the blanket to a coverlet we already had and brought up a throw pillow from our Master Bedroom {since I am on the hunt for something different down there}. Most items just get moved around the home or are inexpensive finds {like that lamp, only $9 from a thrift store!} I did splurge on the mirror {$25 from HomeGoods} since I stole the other one from the guest room and put it in our kitchen. :)And yes, "we" is my Mr. and I. He is always around to give me a behind the scenes helping hand. :)xoxo,Jen
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 4:28 PM
Oh my, I absolutely LOVE the basket idea!!! Yes, it's easier to go and buy one, but this is so much more personalized and pretty to look at!This will definitely be the next project on my to do list!!!Vera :)
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UnknownJune 22, 2012 at 4:32 PM
I love this! Thanks for the tutorial!
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ANNEJune 22, 2012 at 4:47 PM
Love it!! and where did you get your blue/green bedding from???? It's exactly what I've been looking for!
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:23 PM
  Hi Anne!The blue duvet was from Pottery Barn about two years ago, they only have the swatch online now: http://www.potterybarn.com/products/painterly-paisley-bedding-swatch/?pkey=e|Painterly%2BPaisley|1|best|0|viewall|24||1&cm_src=PRODUCTSEARCH||NoFacet-_-NoFacet-_-NoMerchRules-_-xoxo,Jen
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amybraidJune 22, 2012 at 4:57 PM
I use those dollar store baskets for laundry! They are great for quick trips back and forth from the laundry area. The basket is such a great idea!!!
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Dreaming of JuneJune 22, 2012 at 5:02 PM
Excellent tutorial! I love the colour palette of your room. Very pretty:)
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April @ illistyleJune 22, 2012 at 5:07 PM
genius! xoxo
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 5:36 PM
Shirley said:I love this idea. Thanks for sharing.
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ter@waaomsJune 22, 2012 at 6:03 PM
wow, you are a smart cookie! I'm pinning this idea!! :) (p.s. I really need to make friends with spray paint. I wish I had a garage to use it in though...)
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:24 PM
  I use the garage when the weather isn't awesome, but just go out back for the most part. :)xoxo,Jen
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 6:24 PM
Where did you get your headboard? Or did you DIY it?
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 22, 2012 at 6:44 PM
  Hi Kristal!The headboard was a DIY long before my blogging days. The hubs and his dad built the frame and I upholstered some MDF to create the insert.xoxo!Jen
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2. Mary KayFebruary 15, 2015 at 8:47 PM
  What is MDF
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3. IHeart OrganizingFebruary 16, 2015 at 10:12 PM
  Hi Mary Kay! MDF is a type of pressed wood. Any wood would do, I just went with MDF because it is typically less expensive and was being covered anyway.xo!
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 6:43 PM
This is an amazing idea! I never would have thought of that. Great Job Jen! This basket is great. I am always impressed with how you work color into your home. I used to be an all neutral PB girl but I am slowly starting to work color in (much to the hubs' delight). Though sometimes I think adding color still scares me! Thanks for always inspiring me to keep trying and get it right so it looks great.
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melroseJune 22, 2012 at 6:58 PM
Great idea! Baskets are so expensive and this is a great way to get the color you want!
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giddy tigressJune 22, 2012 at 7:09 PM
That is so pretty! I love the color combination! By the way, is the bottom of the basket left as is, or did you cover it with rope too?
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Loni's Little TreasuresJune 22, 2012 at 7:47 PM
What about dye in future for the rope?
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 8:44 PM
You are AMAZING and I love this idea. I may actually give this a try!!!
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PriscillaJune 22, 2012 at 9:36 PM
You always know exactly how to make a space even prettier!Lovely!
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YvetteJune 22, 2012 at 9:45 PM
Yes! I totally want to do this! Thank you!
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LisaJune 22, 2012 at 9:49 PM
Hi! This looks so awesome. You did a great job :D Just wondering where you got that cute little frame sitting on the night stand?Thanks!
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plumbingJune 22, 2012 at 10:06 PM
Very creative way of having an organizer. I think we can also try this at home and maybe add some designs as well.
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AnonymousJune 22, 2012 at 10:19 PM
I am inspired! Thanks, Jen:)
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SamanthaJune 22, 2012 at 10:29 PM
This is definitely one of my favorite projects you've done! I LOVE LOVE LOVE it! Must try! :)
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Meredith @ Wait Til Your Father Gets HomeJune 22, 2012 at 11:15 PM
I love this idea Jen! So creative! I like to wrap things with jute twine all the time and rope would be another great alternative!
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JemsmomJune 22, 2012 at 11:50 PM
That is BRILLIANT!!!!! I love how custom it looks with the alternating color. You are so clever and crafty!
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ErinJune 23, 2012 at 12:15 AM
SO clever Jen! Love it!!
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ACHansonJune 23, 2012 at 12:37 AM
This is pure genius!!! What a clever DIY, I have to try this. Thanks for the inspiration, you are amazing! XoxoClaudia
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weiya @ enjoyer of graceJune 23, 2012 at 1:46 AM
That looks fantastic, Jen! I like yours a lot more than the one from the store! I've done something similar, but never thought to dye the rope. Do you think the paint would come off if it ever got wet?
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AlannaJune 23, 2012 at 2:20 AM
Okay... love this! Have been wanting a rope style basket for my bedroom to put laundry in but you're right at how expensive they are. Fantastic :) Thanks!
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Kathleen RichardsonJune 23, 2012 at 6:46 AM
I have to be the oddball and say that I like the inside, too, with the basket showing. You are such a clever Organizer. Love everything you come up with.Keep writing...
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LemonsJune 23, 2012 at 6:55 AM
Brilliant idea, and I have just such a cheap, plastic basket ..... looks like I have myself a project! Thanks for sharing.
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JilJune 23, 2012 at 7:21 AM
Love it! Great idea!
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JulieJune 23, 2012 at 8:14 AM
This is beautiful--I love it! Of course, I look at the hot glue gun pictures and am traumatized by the memory of me burning myself with one the one time I tried to use it (I was 7). Really limits my DIY capabilities.... :)
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Katherines CornerJune 23, 2012 at 8:59 AM
Brilliant! xo
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AshleyJune 23, 2012 at 9:08 AM
LOVE! This is such a cute idea!!
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alisonJune 23, 2012 at 9:16 AM
When I was a kid my mom used to make rag wrapped rope baskets. They weren't too hard...bet they would be really cute now if you made them with modern prints instead of the country ones that were in style at the time
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JenJune 23, 2012 at 9:56 AM
I think $20 for that beautiful basket is AMAZING! I also think that your guest room is nicer than most hotels I've been to. It makes me sad that your guest bedroom is prettier than my main bedroom! If only I could hire you to beautify my home.
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Excel-MacrosJune 23, 2012 at 11:22 AM
you have great ideas i like it
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AntoniaJune 23, 2012 at 3:47 PM
Great project, looks fab in your room! I love your craft ideas and recently put a spin on your armoire 'Pinterest pinboard' by covering a corkboard in some old denim, using the jeans pocket for extra storage - I thought you might like to see http://tidyawaytoday.wordpress.com/Love reading your blog, by the way!
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thelittlemacJune 23, 2012 at 4:27 PM
What if you lined the inside of the basket with fabric? You could use an old sheet to keep the cost down. Just an idea if you want to give it a more finished look.
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EliseJune 23, 2012 at 4:35 PM
Darling!! Thanks for the tutorial :)
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NicholeJune 23, 2012 at 6:04 PM
Lovely!
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AnonymousJune 23, 2012 at 8:15 PM
I found your blog a month ago and I can't stop coming back... it's actually part of my daily routine hahahahaha.... what a GREAT idea... It looks so nice the basket... Was it really hard to do... I really want to it and place it in my bathroom...love from: www.mycolorfulnest.com
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AnonymousJune 23, 2012 at 9:50 PM
I would love to see your home tour updated with pics of all your rooms changes! Love your blog and follow regularly! Thanks for opening your home for everyone to see!
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 24, 2012 at 12:35 AM
  You ready my mind! I was just thinking that a good update is in order! xoxo,Jen
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Cathy's WorldJune 24, 2012 at 1:07 AM
I actually like the one you made better then the store bought one. ( Don't get me wrong, that one is pretty too.) I am in love with the one you made and I plan on making a couple myself. I don't think 20.00 is really bad at all. Thanks for the tutorial and idea.
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AnonymousJune 24, 2012 at 1:29 AM
You can always go to home depot or lowes and buy ripe by the foot. I thinks it's like 0.23 cents a foot or something like that. A lot more affordable
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SheridanRJune 24, 2012 at 9:29 AM
This basket is just darling. I'd really love to make a few of these for our place. Thank you so much for sharing this!!
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SwelKeJune 24, 2012 at 1:25 PM
Spray paint flakes off of plastic baskets terribly I'm afraid. I'd recommend lining your baskets so the contents don't get spray paint bits all over them.
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1. UnknownAugust 5, 2013 at 7:04 PM
  There's paint for plastic now. =-)
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AnonymousJune 24, 2012 at 2:50 PM
Love the idea of wrapping a basket in rope. It turned out great!
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KimJune 24, 2012 at 6:35 PM
VERY cute! I wonder how it would look if you took the rope, flat braided it, THEN glued it to the basket
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LibbyJune 24, 2012 at 9:24 PM
Very clever! What a great idea! If you'd like to snag another one they are for sale in all different colors on Joss & Main right now for $27!
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controlling crazinessJune 25, 2012 at 7:35 AM
Good call with adding the colored rope. Now it totally matches the room. I love it!
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Shauna@Satori Design for LivingJune 25, 2012 at 10:15 AM
Functional and looks great!
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UnknownJune 25, 2012 at 10:43 AM
Wow, looks SO great. The colors are wonderful!
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SuzanneJune 25, 2012 at 12:05 PM
So cute! Great idea. Fits into the room perfectly!
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UnknownJune 25, 2012 at 12:34 PM
Come on! This is so darling. I never would have thought of this. Especially the painted rope bit. It looks so beautiful in there. Really envious of that duvet as well. So pretty.
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BrittneyJune 25, 2012 at 1:30 PM
This is soooo cute! I am in the process of making a MUCH smaller one, but I like this one a lot better! I think I am going to have to do this!
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UnknownJune 25, 2012 at 5:13 PM
I have a "dry cleaning" hamper I've been wanting to dress up lately. I had planned on sewing a liner until iI saw this! I love it - such a cute idea and I'm able to bring in texture to the room at the same time!
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Sarah Burnes HeinerJune 26, 2012 at 12:32 AM
Jen I love the colors in your guest bedroom. What is the paint color that you used? I think it would be the perfect color for my bedroom!
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 26, 2012 at 9:08 AM
  Hi Sarah!It is Behr's Burnished Metal. I love love the color! :)xoxo,Jen
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HLaneJune 26, 2012 at 8:07 AM
This is such a great idea and can be used in so many ways! I can't wait to try this at home. :-D
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AnonymousJune 26, 2012 at 12:23 PM
Wow!! How beautiful! I like your basket much better than any I've seen in fancy magazines :)
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Barbara CrossJune 26, 2012 at 9:14 PM
I really love how this basket looks! What a clever idea, especially the color blocking!
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LisaJune 27, 2012 at 11:24 PM
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LisaJune 27, 2012 at 11:25 PM
Gorgeous! Great idea! In fact, I love the whole look of the room. Could you tell me the name of the wall color? Thanks!
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1. LisaJune 27, 2012 at 11:25 PM
  Oops! Just noticed you answered my question above! Sorry! Thanks!
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LisaJune 28, 2012 at 2:47 PM
Hey Ken! Just wondering where you got the round frame sitting on the night stand? Thanks!
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1. LisaJune 28, 2012 at 2:49 PM
  Jen. Sorry!
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2. IHeart OrganizingJune 28, 2012 at 3:10 PM
  Hi Lisa!That was a HomeGoods find as well! :)xoxo,Jen
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Miss JessieJuly 4, 2012 at 1:30 PM
I have had this idea pinned for a while and wanted to get started on it. What type of rope did you use? I am having trouble finding some that seems soft enough and not so much like the rope used in elementary-gym-rope-climbing days.
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1. IHeart OrganizingJuly 8, 2012 at 1:52 AM
  Hi Miss Jessie!I used a cotton rope from JoAnn. I found it near the window treatment isle.xoxo,Jen
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AnonymousJuly 9, 2012 at 2:46 PM
What a great idea! I've actually been needing something to store some blankets in our family room in and this will do just the trick! I can't wait to start! Great tutorial!- Angie
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AnonymousJuly 9, 2012 at 9:26 PM
This is so cute and I think that your basket looks way better than the expensive one! I had to double check the pics to see which was the knock off at first! way to go! pinning this right now :)
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AnonymousJuly 19, 2012 at 4:16 PM
Just an idea for your next basket, put a canvas bag on the inside to hide the plastic basket. but amazing idea!!! love it, i am definately going to be doing this.!!!
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AnonymousJuly 19, 2012 at 8:30 PM
For the inside- get a piece of cheap blue and white fabric-a paisley or toile, gather it up and glue to inside and then it's perfection!!! A great job - well done!
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Anna K.July 19, 2012 at 9:39 PM
Awesome idea! Is that a plastic laundry basket or is it metal? I can't tell from the photos. The result is gorgeous!
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SheriJuly 30, 2012 at 12:59 PM
Hi Jen!I am a brand new DIY in my new home. I've always been crafty but not as serious as I am now! I tried this out and posted my in progress photos on my new blog. You have inspired me so much with me tiny little fixer-upper house!hippytiedye.blogspot.comI also linked to this post and your blog. I want to make sure you get credit as my inspiration!
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AnonymousAugust 21, 2012 at 3:15 PM
Oh my gosh!! Your basket is stunning!! Way nicer than the store bought one!! That whole room looks gorgeous as a matter of fact!!
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AnonymousOctober 1, 2012 at 12:15 PM
Hi. I loved this basket the moment I saw it. I ordered some rope on ebay (20 yards at 7mm thick) but it is not enough to cover the basket. In total I paid $19 bucks for it. I am so disappointed because I have been so eager to start this project for our new nursery and I have to postpone now. So I was wondering if you could tell me where and what size rope you purchased? It would help me out alot. Thanks!
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UnknownOctober 2, 2012 at 9:45 PM
Advice on rope....go to a local habitat for humanity store. Seriously. I got a 50ft pack of rope for a $1.15 and if you have a membership card (it's free) or bring your own reusable bag they will give you 10% off! Seriously!
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UnknownNovember 17, 2012 at 2:15 AM
Love this idea, love the bedroom as well, it all works great together
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UnknownDecember 20, 2012 at 3:49 PM
Do you know how many yards of rope you used? Or at least how many yards were in one package. I found some rope at Hobby Lobby for sale by the yard and I'm not sure how much to buy. Thanks!
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AnonymousJanuary 5, 2013 at 11:21 AM
What color paint did you soak the rope in? It's beautiful. LOVE your blog. :)
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UnknownFebruary 24, 2013 at 9:39 AM
Beautiful project. As for the inside, you could line with fabric to cover the plastic basket. The gluing seems most boring, did you consider carpet glue or carpet tape. Both will add to the total cost, BUT would make your life easier.It takes a TRUE DIYer to turn a $1 basket into $20 of material and days of work for what you could buy at Walmart for less; HOWEVER, we would not feel the pride of creating such a beautiful item.Excellent Job. (perhaps you'd like to put your skills to decorating my Cat Tree project ;-) )
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NickeshaFebruary 26, 2013 at 6:51 AM
Came across your blog recently. Really love how this project turned out. Awesome job (and I love the colour palette as well). :)
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The Suave SparrowMarch 5, 2013 at 3:38 PM
Turn it upside down and it's a lampshade :)
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AnonymousMay 7, 2013 at 9:14 PM
I love this tutorial! WOWEE!
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1. MeganMay 27, 2013 at 6:10 PM
  I did this with goodwill rope and a giant movie theater cup. I use it as a vase. This turned great on a larger scale.
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maleba007July 19, 2013 at 2:35 AM
Awesome, love it ... will definitely do something like this .. not sure if I will paint the rope of do it in natural but will do it!!! :D Thank you so much for sharing!!!! :)
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AnonymousJuly 20, 2013 at 3:29 PM
Hi, I'm new at the whole organizing, and I was wondering if this will work as a toy Bin also. The one I have is all busted up, and trying to figure something else out is not working to well. I Love the way it came out and it is so Beautiful. See I have 2 boys and if it would work what colors should I use to give that Masculine Look. :-D Coming from my Husband. Lol
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1. IHeart OrganizingJuly 22, 2013 at 11:25 PM
  I think the basket could work great for kiddos and toys. And most colors would look great, blues, grays, greens, reds.... xo!Jen
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AnonymousJuly 31, 2013 at 12:15 PM
Absolutely stunning!!! I would have throught it came from Pottery Barn or Pier 1. My son uses a small basket like that in his room, I bet I could do his favorite college football team colors.
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UnknownAugust 5, 2013 at 7:14 PM
Hi Jen, I read through the comments & even tried zooming in on your bag of rope. =-) However, I couldn't find where it said, nor where you answered this question. So, here's hoping you'll answer it this time. =-) How much rope did you use all to gather, or how much was in the package, since you said it took about 6 or 7 packs????? Also, do you know the width of the rope you used, as I find it comes in two widths.Thanks bunches & Great blog!!!Jani
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1. IHeart OrganizingAugust 20, 2013 at 9:29 PM
  Hi Jani!So sorry, it's been so long since I did this project, that I don't recall total rope yardage or thickness, I no longer have the packaging.Again, so so sorry. It may be best to over purchase and return what is not used so you are not having to make multiple trips to the fabric store. Also, it may depend on the size of the basket you end up using.Thank you!Jen
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carrileahAugust 25, 2013 at 11:08 PM
I love your basket. Thanks so much for the great tutorial. It looks so classy...I'll be making this next weekend.
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Shayna @ The Fancy YanceyOctober 22, 2013 at 2:40 PM
LOVE this!!! Can't wait to recreate something similar in my home!!
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AnonymousJanuary 27, 2014 at 6:11 AM
OMG! You are genius! Amazing!
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UnknownJanuary 27, 2014 at 5:38 PM
What kind of paint did you use? What color was the paint? I like this color. Also about how many yards of rope were needed?
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UnknownFebruary 21, 2014 at 6:44 PM
Amazing Idea!! Thanks so much for sharing!!
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KaylaFebruary 22, 2014 at 6:55 PM
I'm totally pinning this for my new house!
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UnknownFebruary 22, 2014 at 7:23 PM
Love what you did. Would also make a cute magazine holder or catch-all for the stairs!
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KrystalMarch 11, 2014 at 10:38 PM
Brilliant idea! I'll be making some of these to hold the kid's toys. Thank you.
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AnonymousMarch 13, 2014 at 1:40 PM
How did you connect the rope sections so that it came out so nice? Did you tie them together and hide the knot on the inside or carefully cut the ends and glue together? It came out so beautifully and I want to make it.
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1. IHeart OrganizingMarch 13, 2014 at 8:32 PM
  I just used a little extra hot glue and pushed them together as seamlessly as I could. You can still slightly see the connection points, but I think it is part of the character ;) xoxo!
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samiaApril 7, 2014 at 10:27 PM
I absolutely love it.. I cant wait to jump in and create some beauties of my own.. and dont mind if i do.. n i will definitely share with you what you hv inspired me to do.. coz i am in absolute dire need of some storage bins.. Lets just hope i will be able to do it as well as you did.. coz I am terrrrrrrible at DIYs :)
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1. MeemawApril 8, 2014 at 4:22 PM
  Love that pun, you are going to jump into it:D
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MeemawApril 8, 2014 at 4:21 PM
I love this idea and will forward it to my daughter and daughter in love and young friends. I will also try it.Many thanks for sharing.
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AnonymousApril 25, 2014 at 10:28 PM
Nice basket. I've made a similar one using the poly rope and a saudering iron to fuse the poly together, but yours looks much softer.
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AnonymousMay 28, 2014 at 3:01 PM
hi! Just stumbled across your website and love it! I just started some DIY projects and I wanted to rope a basket. Out of curiosity, why do you mix paint and water to dye the rope and not just use paint? Also, does the rope harden after you dyed it?
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1. IHeart OrganizingMay 28, 2014 at 5:13 PM
  Hello!I was aiming to get the effect of a dye without having to drive to the craft store to purchase it. So, I improvised and thought that paint would add soft color, while the water would help it absorb into the rope vs. harden on the outside of the rope. It seemed to work great! The rope did not harden, which was exactly what I was hoping for.xoxo!
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AnonymousJune 23, 2014 at 2:57 PM
Even though it cost more than you planned, $20 for a great storage basket is still a total score! Might have to hit up the dollar store on my way home... the one near my office always has tons of different sized bins/baskets!
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AnonymousJune 27, 2014 at 7:57 AM
Didn't read all the posts, so not sure if someone said this already, since you are handy with a glue gun, get some fabric and hot glue it on the inside of the basket before you adhere the rope on the outside. I am going to make this basket! I knit and always need a place for blankets!
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UnknownJuly 17, 2014 at 2:19 PM
Love this basket!! It turned out so cute. I think I might need to make on now ;) I am going to include this in my Favorite things friday! Thanks www.hawthorneandmain.com
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Cheryl @ Artzzle.comJuly 27, 2014 at 12:43 PM
Great way to decorate that space. I've been thinking about a rope project of my own. You've inspired me to get going and try! Thanks :) Found you at Thislewood Farm.
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UnknownJuly 31, 2014 at 11:07 AM
Absolutely love this! SUCH a brilliant way to get the look for less! Can't wait to share it this Friday with my favorites from the week at www.makingitinthemountains.com!
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AnonymousAugust 22, 2014 at 2:53 PM
I want to try this but think I will try braiding some of the kids favorite out grown tee shirts and glue them around a basket will let you know how it works
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sharonk13August 24, 2014 at 12:51 AM
Did you coil the rope on the bottom of the basket or just end it where it would touch the floor when set upright?Also, I'm thinking I could use fabric glue & muslin (or something) under the last row of rope on the inside for a liner!
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1. IHeart OrganizingAugust 24, 2014 at 11:46 AM
  I just stopped at the floor level. And the liner is a great idea!
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UnknownOctober 4, 2014 at 7:29 PM
First timer blog reader. You are genius! Thank you!
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AnonymousNovember 5, 2014 at 8:03 AM
Such a practical idea! In the first photo, did you make the white flower petals that are behind the wall mirror?
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1. IHeart OrganizingNovember 6, 2014 at 4:24 PM
  Yep! They were cut from white poster board and slightly folded to give the petal effect. xo!
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MFrey2012December 5, 2014 at 8:05 PM
Great work!! I have been looking for something like this for Hubby!! I honestly think it looks better than your original inspiration basket, Thank you so much for sharing this!! :)
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AnonymousJanuary 15, 2015 at 10:44 AM
I like your version better than the one that inspired you. Great job and thanks for sharing the idea!
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AnonymousFebruary 23, 2015 at 2:42 PM
Where did you get the rope from? Or what type is it so I can buy something similar.
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Pattie GFebruary 26, 2015 at 10:20 AM
I just stumbled upon your Blog and I love your organizing ideas! This basket is so pretty and I think I will try it. It will go perfect with my Beachy Coastal theme for my new house. I might make a fabric liner and attach it with velcro. I am an artist and sell my digital images on Etsy.https://www.etsy.com/shop/pattiescreationsHugsPattie
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SQStamperMarch 24, 2015 at 12:50 AM
Wow!
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ENNAApril 2, 2015 at 8:04 AM
Great project! And I so so love the colors of your bedroom. This is my favorite color this spring!
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AimeeKiddinLalavilleApril 22, 2015 at 10:36 AM
Fantastic! And seems worth the money!! Thank you!
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Brooke RileyMay 20, 2015 at 9:28 PM
LOVE this! So creative! I truly enjoy your site. You do a great job and give very detailed instructions to make it easy for others to duplicate.
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ChelseaJune 29, 2015 at 10:08 PM
Hi! I have a question, where do you get the cotton cord rope from? I just bought the basket today because I love this idea and I looked for the rope at Michaels but it was $10.00 for not very much :( So I was wondering where you got this from?
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1. IHeart OrganizingJune 29, 2015 at 10:45 PM
  Hi Chelsea! I agree - that is not a great price. I used a cotton rope from JoAnn. I found it near the window treatment aisle.xoxo,Jen
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AnonymousJuly 1, 2015 at 12:00 PM
Hi! I love this project! I was wondering what size (width) cord you used. I am trying to see if there may be a less expensive option on Amazon like this http://www.amazon.com/Darice-1971-15-Macrame-50-Yard-Natural/dp/B00114M3T0/ref=pd_bxgy_60_img_z but I am not sure if it is wide enough to look nice.
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