Americans dispose of 4.9 pounds of trash per person each day, according to Environment America. Instead of throwing away jar lids, consider repurposing them. With a budget-friendly upcycling DIY, you can transform a jar lid into a unique storage basket. Simply use hot glue, fabric, and rope to decorate the lid, glue popsicle sticks around the outside, and wrap rope around the sticks to create a basket.
You can also add decorative ribbon for a personalized touch. This DIY project allows you to create a trendy rope basket similar to expensive store-bought options while saving money and reducing waste. Customize the basket with colorful rope or handles to match your style preferences.
How to turn a jar lid into a rope basket
To make this basket, gather a hot glue gun, thin and thick rope, fabric, and popsicle sticks. Choose brown rope for a rustic look or opt for a different color like the NOANTA Coffee Cord options for a vibrant touch. Start by covering a circular cardboard piece with fabric and gluing it inside the lid. Then, add layers of thin and thick rope inside the lid before gluing popsicle sticks around the edge. Finally, wrap rope around the sticks to form the basket, using different colored ropes to create a pattern.
