Basic tips for beginners
Before starting, it would be a good idea to remember the following nuances:
- the walls of a homemade basket must “breathe”, that is, ventilation is needed for laundry;
- the container must withstand the weight of the things placed and certain loads;
- eliminate protruding objects on the surfaces of the basket, to which laundry items may cling;
- It is better to immediately provide a closing lid to prevent additional contamination of the laundry;
- if space allows, it is better to make a container with two compartments (for pre-sorting things).
Now it’s time to decide on the size and shape itself: after all, too bulky containers will unnecessarily clutter up the space, and small sizes may simply be impractical to use. You can choose a corner shape or build a folding basket, or choose a hanging option.
Tools and materials for work
At the very beginning, the craftswoman needs to decide what material she wants to make the box from. In most cases, all the necessary supplies are available at home. For example, these are newspapers, fabric scraps, threads, wooden strips, client, paints and glue.
In craft stores you can purchase additional elements that are necessary for decoration. To understand what materials are needed, you need to decide what model you want to make.
If you are making a wicker product, you will need old newspapers, adhesive, and knitting needles.
If the base is plastic, then prepare thick and dense threads, gluing agent, scissors and fabric. The choice of material depends on the size and style of the box you plan to make.
Materials used for baskets
You can make baskets from many materials:
- Made from wooden components that are selected for their environmental performance and durability. There may be rods (willow, for example), slats and boards, provided they are well treated with agents that prevent them from “swelling” from moisture. More often chosen by lovers of the Provence style.
- Textile materials, which have a huge selection of colors, fit into absolutely any interior. Here, to achieve rigidity, thick paper and cardboard are additionally used.
- The use of grapevines, bamboo (even newspaper tubes) in a variety of weaving options makes it possible to obtain strong, unique structures that are in no way inferior to store-bought containers.
- Made of plastic, it is distinguished by its durability and resistance in a humid environment, and is easy to clean and wash.
Even jute ropes can act as a full-fledged material for creating full-fledged laundry baskets.
Types of baskets for dirty laundry. The materials from which they are made.
Various plastics.
Plastic is everywhere now. As a rule, there is nothing special about it: simple design, monochromatic colors, uncomplicated shape.
True, manufacturers are trying to add zest to plastic products, imitating weaving or carving , which makes them (baskets) a little prettier.
And corner models will fit even in the smallest bathroom, saving space.
Sometimes you can even come across something quite stylish )
Among the advantages, we note the cheapness and availability (of simple models), as well as lightness in weight and washing, which is very practical. In addition, if you need a bright basket, then the choice of colors in plastic is very large. The obvious disadvantage is the design, which rarely fits into any kind of stylized bathroom interior due to its “cheap” appearance. Solution: hide the basket in the pantry, closet, cabinet, or look for more expensive and beautiful models.
Lightweight nylon baskets
In all respects it looks like plastic. Usually these are compact meshes on a flexible frame . If desired, you can even wash it in the machine.
The pros and cons are the same as plastic.
Cozy wooden laundry baskets.
One of the cutest options. They will serve faithfully for many years (and perhaps even your children). Wooden baskets look great in almost any style of interior and delight the eye with a “natural” look.
The material is environmentally friendly and durable , but also absorbs moisture well. And if in the case of plastic models you don’t have to worry about this, then the wood must be processed .
