Looking for a creative and budget-friendly way to make your own Easter basket? With just a single 12″ x 12″ sheet of scrapbook paper and a few extra strips from a coordinating piece, you can create this charming DIY slatted paper basket—perfect for holding Easter treats, candy, or small gifts!
Designed by Betty Traciak, this project features a clever slatted weave design that gives it a unique, handcrafted look. It’s an ideal Easter craft for paper crafters, cardmakers, and anyone who enjoys creating holiday decorations with materials they already have on hand. Want to switch things up? Simply leave off the handle and you’ve got an adorable handmade paper strawberry basket—great for spring-themed parties, picnics, or even farmhouse-style decor.
The tutorial, available over on the Splitcoast Stampers website, includes step-by-step instructions for scoring, cutting, and assembling your basket with ease. Even if you’re new to papercraft, you’ll find the directions easy to follow and the results incredibly satisfying.
Whether you’re preparing Easter table favors, making handmade gift packaging, or looking for a fun paper project to do with kids or friends, this DIY paper basket is sure to add a personal and festive touch to your celebrations.
Head over to Splitcoast Stampers to check out Betty Traciak’s full tutorial and start crafting your own Easter paper basket today!
– Heather
On the 2” and the 3” basket, what is the measurement for the score lines on the slats? Also for each of the smaller baskets, what would be the measurements for the finishing piece on the bottom.
You’ll need to follow the link and ask this over on Splitcoast Stampers.