Are Fabrics and Sprays on Your Baskets?

January 21, 2009 · Filed Under Baskets and Containers

fabric on baskets add elegance Many baskets in your inventory are totally convertible. How many options for changing a basket’s appearance can you count?

Fabric lining on the inside

Spray painting with a non-toxic color

Ribbon wound through the slats just below or around the rim

This is good news because if a basket suddenly seems unstylish, you can perform one of the above three tactics to change its look, a better option than storing it in back of your inventory room, taking up space and wasting money.

Here’s an example of a fabric-lined basket. The pink-and-white material is perfect for anything girly, but what about the men? That’s when you get real innovative and search for fabric that’s male inspired.

I know what you’re thinking. “I’m a designer, not a seamstress.” That’s okay, because another option is to remove the fabric and use the basket without a fabric liner. Think also about spray painting that basket if you do want color.

When I made gift baskets for Macy’s customers, I spray painted each basket before bringing them to the store.

The spring colors of yellow and green put big smiles on everyone’s face as I added pre-purchased products into each basket. If the event was in the fall, I would have spray painted the baskets green and gold.

Converting baskets to a style that matches your need to dazzle clients is within your reach. How many times do you find yourself changing configurations, or do you “use as is?”

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