A SIMPLE BURLAP BASKET TUTORIAL
Spring is here and that means a bit of organizing is in order. Let’s talk about a pretty storage solution!
I figure if I have to look at something everyday I want it to add to the loveliness in my home. There is no need for bulky plastic storage containers to be anywhere in sight when you have this burlap basket tutorial! Not only will you sew up some adorable storage solutions, but you can tackle this project as a beginner on the sewing machine.
Create a farmhouse style using the burlap and gingham fabrics, or personalize these with your own fun fabric choices. These baskets are “mid-range” on the sturdiness scale, so use them to contain light to medium weight items.
Let me show you how to do it!
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You can either follow along with the tutorial below, or you can download the BURLAP BASKET TUTORIAL PDF.
GATHER YOUR MATERIALS:
- ½ yard burlap
- ½ yard gingham or other coordinating fabric (quilting cotton works well)
- ½ yard Pellon 809 Décor Bond Interfacing
- thread, sewing machine, basic sewing supplies
CUT LIST:
- From Burlap cut: Two 14” X 8-1/2” pieces
- From Gingham cut: Two 14” X 2-1/2” pieces, two 14” X 10-1/2” pieces
- From Interfacing cut: Four 14” X 10-1/2” pieces
PLEASE NOTE THAT I DOUBLE-SEWED ALL OF MY SEAMS ON THIS PROJECT TO ADD STABILITY. I SUGGEST THAT YOU DO THE SAME.
STEP ONE:
Cut all of your pieces as shown in the CUT LIST above:
STEP TWO:
Pin and sew one burlap piece (14” X 8-1/2”) to one gingham piece (14” X 2-1/2”) together along one long side using a ¼” seam. Do both sets of same-sized pieces like this:
STEP THREE:
Iron those pieces open along the seams:
PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE PIECES SHOULD MEASURE THE SAME AS YOUR CUT GINGHAM PIECES (14” X 10-1/2”). TRIM DOWN TO SIZE IF NEEDED. YOU WILL HAVE FOUR PIECES OF THE SAME SIZE.
STEP FOUR AND FIVE :
Iron the interfacing on the wrong side of these four pieces. Be sure to have the “shiny” side of the interfacing towards your fabric, or you will stick the interfacing to your iron. Pay attention! Cut out 3-1/2” squares from each bottom corner of your interfaced pieces, as shown:
STEP SIX:
Turn your two gingham pieces right sides together and pin along three sides as shown. You will repeat this step with your burlap pieces as well. ON THE GINGHAM PIECES, LEAVE A 4” OPENING FOR TURNING AS SHOWN IN THE PICTURE. You need to leave this space for turning your basket right side out. Sew to the edges on the three pinned sides (using a ¼” seam) except for that one section.:
STEP SEVEN:
Take your open bottom corners and stretch them open and pin into place. Sew together using a ¼” seam. This creates the “bottom” of your basket. The picture below will give you some guidance:
STEP EIGHT:
Turn your burlap/gingham piece right side out. Leave the gingham piece as is:
STEP NINE:
Stuff the burlap/gingham piece into the gingham piece, as shown:
STEP TEN:
Pin along the whole top edge:
STEP ELEVEN:
Sew along that top edge using a ¼” seam:
Your basket will look like this when you are done sewing the top edge:
STEP TWELVE:
At the bottom of the basket you will find that opening that you left unsewn. Pull the right side of the bag through that hole until it is completely turned through:
STEP THIRTEEN:
Whipstitch the opening closed. Stuff the gingham part of the basket into the burlap/gingham part until it fits nicely:
STEP FOURTEEN:
Topstitch 1/4″ seam along that top edge to add some sturdiness to your basket.
VOILA! You are done with your basket!
Storage solutions do not need to be something to hide. In fact we can create lovely spaces in our home with creatively made containers and baskets that draw the eye and add cuteness.
My hope is that you enjoyed this burlap basket tutorial. Please email me with any questions or comments!
Happy sewing!
great project! One of the reasons why I love burlap so much – you can do so many great things with it!
I also love that it is affordable and that it creates a nice contrast to other fabrics!
Have a lovely day,
Randi 🙂
Oh what a great and simple tutorial! Thank you for sharing at #iDIYedthat.
What a darling idea, Randi! Your tutorial is wonderful and I actually think I could sew this (lol). I’m pinning to my Beginner Sewing Board to try. I’m visiting from I Am Pinnable party; nice to meet you!
~ Megin of VMG206
Hi Megin,
Yes you CAN sew these baskets! 🙂
They are actually quite simple. If you have any questions just let me know!
Nice meeting you too! Have a lovely day,
Randi
This is so cute! I love the burlap and gingham together! The color of the flowers is really beautiful too. Great project!
Thank you, Cassie!
Such a charming basket, perfect for organizing any room. Thanks for sharing at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party.
Very cute basket — I have to try this! Thanks for sharing!
Randi these are so stylish and the tutorial is great (I think even I could make one and I’m a rubbish sewer!). I’ll be featuring your burlap basket tutorial this Wednesday at House of Hollingsworth Blog. xx
Hi Kate,
Yes, you can sew them! They are quite simple. And I love the term “rubbish sewer”! Made me laugh!
Have a lovely day,
Randi 🙂
Love it, and love your choice of fabric. Wish I were as talented as you with a sewing machine! Thanks for sharing at Vintage Charm! xo Kathleen | Our Hopeful Home
What a great tutorial I love the basket and would be afraid to make it, but your instructions are great Randi
These are just the cutest burlap baskets! I would love some of these in my craft room to keep the masses of crafty bits under control and in some sort of organisation!
Thank you so much for sharing your fun project with us over at Waste Not Wednesday!
these are so adorable!! What a great tutorial and project! So looking forward to working with you on WNW link party!!
These are so fabulous! Just wanted you to know that I featured them on the create link inspire round up of DIY ideas. Thanks for joining the party!
Super cute! I’ve never made my own basket but it looks (kinda) easy enough!! Visiting from Tutorial and Tips party.
This basket is adorable. The method you used for it is fantastic and can be used in so many ways. Pinning in a couple of places. Great post.
Thank you, Leanna!
What a unique creation, love it! Featuring this tomorrow morning at our To grandma’s house we go party, thanks for sharing! 🙂
Thanks a bunch!
Congrats, you’re lovely burlap basket is featured this week at the #ThisIsHowWeRoll Link Party.
Awesome, Susan! Thank you!
This is one of the most adorable baskets EVER! As in…I’m going to have to learn how to sew now adorable! I love the homey and rustic looks it gives! Great job!