You can create your own gift baskets using gently used baskets as a container. Gently used baskets usually clean up well and can be found just about anywhere. Additionally, the “used” look or “antique” look never goes out of style.

Where to find gently used baskets
Every household has at least three baskets not currently in use. Misplaced and forgotten baskets can often be found in basements, attics, spare rooms, and in the garage.

If your household search doesn’t uncover enough baskets for your current projects, don’t be afraid to ask around. If someone you know has a couple of baskets tucked away that they aren’t using, they’d probably be happy to get rid of them. (Not everyone sees a treasure for what it is.)

Die-hard basket collectors
The die-hard basket collector never has quite enough baskets for all the projects she hopes to accomplish, but she knows where to find what she’s looking for.

Gently used baskets show up by the dozens in yard sales, the Salvation Army, and in thrift shops. Discarded, but still useable baskets also can be found on trash day. Gaining possession of said baskets is easy if you don’t mind curb shopping at the first sign of wicker. (Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it!)

As long as the handles aren’t broken and the reeds or grasses are not too badly damaged, even a gently used basket is still in its prime.

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