Transform a plain bag into a rope basket

Here's a way to make your own baskets without getting involved in the technicalities of basket weaving. This project shows how to use everyday bags and transform them into decorative baskets with rope and a hot glue gun.

 

 

You've seen vases and bottles wrapped with string and rope, so why not wrap a boring box or bag and turn it into a decorative basket. Lisa at www.celebrate-creativity.com wraps a cardboard bag with sisal rope with her version of basket making and the end result is just as good as those you buy - but considerably cheaper!

 

 

When you know that a bought basket can cost anywhere from R150 upwards, making one that costs around R50 is a bargain indeed !