I wanted to title this post “I Made the Cutest Thing Ever!” but that seemed a little much. But I do think this is the Cutest Thing Ever…or at least the Cutest Mossy Easter Basket ever.
And it was easy. Messy, but easy. Here’s what you need:
- A basket with a handle
- A package of sheet moss from the craft store
- Jute twine
- Hot glue
There’s no science to this process. Just cut pieces of moss and hot glue them to the basket.
Don’t worry about making it perfect.
Overlap the pieces and fill in any holes with small pieces of moss.
Wrap your jute twine all around the handle and hot glue it in place as you go. You WILL burn your fingers. I suggest using low melt hot glue. Then you’ll only get 2nd degree burns.
Ta Da! How cute is your mossy basket? I love mine holding some fake eggs. I think it would make a fantastic centerpiece or hostess gift if you use it to hold a pretty plant.
Did I mention that this is a messy project? If it’s warm where you are, I suggest doing this outside. I’m still finding mossy bits in my kitchen.
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You’re right! It’s not rocket science (thank goodness!), but it IS the cutest thing ever!
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Kimba, this is a.dor.a.ble. Cutest thing ever. Who would have ever guessed that it started as a nondescript little basket? Thanks for sharing it with us!
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That is really cute! I like it!
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Oh, you easter craft people are making me look bad! I’ve never bought or made easter decorations, cause i can’t stand all the pastel colors in my house (actually, i just try to focus on eating easter candy and skip the decorating).
i love this- how its all earthy and worn looking. should do it.. should do it… maybe i will. we’ll see.
i am really good at committing to tasks large and small.
angie
love what you’ve created! I’ve been moss happy lately, too.
I just made a moss topiary, and you’re right – the moss gets EVERYWHERE. And it smells kinda funky, too – who knew?!
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It is adorable!
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Very cute, Kimba! I love the added twine to the handle.
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SOOO cute!!! Sheet moss is my favorite!! Love how the basket turned out.
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That is so cute! It would make a a nice little plant holder, too! You just might have to use a different type of container that would handle water better.
Such a cute basket! I have learn the hard way that glue guns can cause really bad burns!
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Kimba,
ADORABLE! I’ve never tried using moss before; now I’m kinda pumped about trying it.
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You are just too crafty for words. I totally think the twine wrapped handle makes it!
Super cute! At least hot glue gun burns heal pretty fast-and I’m so glad I’m not the only gal who has burnt off half her fingerprints in the pursuit of a cool craft!
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That is the most darling thing I have seen. I think I will have to try that. Thanks.
Brooke
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Love that basket!
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Very pretty! Where did you get the cute eggs?
I imagine hospitals everywhere will receive calls this week from burn victims…”I just wanted to make Kimba’s basket!”
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CUTENESS!
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So flippin cute!!! I love it!!
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That is so cute…but just the thought of all the “shedding” makes me soooo nervous!!! ha! ha!
VERY cute! Good job! Sounds dangerous though – LOL!
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Cute and sweet…lots of things could be done with it….
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That is SUPER cute!
Joy
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Kimba…such a cute idea!! I love the moss on the basket…I will have to make some of these! Have a wonderful week!
Hugs,
Victoria
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LOL, you’re so funny! You should call it the cutest thing I made ever! hehe
It IS Adorable!! I’m focusing on a natural Easter look so this is ideal. You never cease to impress. Thank you!
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I just love this idea – It’s easy to find cheapy baskets and who doesn’t love moss?
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Adorable. I was going to make one with twigs but….
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Very cute Kimba! Love this idea. Thanks for the tutorial!
XOXO
Jen
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Hi Kimba. What a cute idea! I would love to make this and display it on my table outside! Just hoping the birds don’t think the eggs are real:) Thank you for sharing with us.
Sandra
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Super cute project Kimba!
This is adorable – I love the twine handle! So cute!
Aaah, that is so sweet. I am on love with the jute wrapped handle idea!
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This turned out so stinking cute! Thanks for the great tips!!
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Kimba, What an adorable basket. I will use this someday. Thanks for sharing!
Sooo adorable!!! Buts me in a crafty mood!
Oh! Did you put anything to cover the inside of the basket? I want to make sure I do it right!
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Ahhh, a cute project. This may just save my twitchy self during spring break with the kiddos… Keep em coming! Got to keep these little munchkins scheduled!!
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oh my. I absolutely love this basket and I think I can endure the 2nd (or 3rd…) degree burns that may come with it. I had no idea that you could purchase “moss in a bag”. Who knew?! Thanks for sharing!
Yes! This is The Cutest Little Thing Ever!!!!!!
Thanks for posting it.
Aww! That is so so pretty! Thanks for sharing such a great project, I’ll be linking.
This is fantastic! I am going to include a link to this post in my Inspire My Saturday Post today. Thanks so much for sharing.
XO*Tricia
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