INSIDE: How to make DIY no sew basket liners for everyday storage basket solutions.
I’m in the middle of a master closet re-organization. Of course, it involves purging clothing and shoes and making some “tough” calls on whether or not I’m actually going to use that purse I can’t remember when I last took it out. It’s hard to let go, isn’t it?!
But more important, I want my closet to be a place I want to step into when still in the fog of sleep.
My quest for “pretty” started with redoing cloth-lined baskets. Not having the time, or frankly the interest, to sew custom basket liners, I found an easy way to get this done. And NO sew!
diy no sew cloth basket liners
I can usually get by with my basic sewing skills. But for this project, why sew when I can use the great no sew tools all the craft companies have invented?!
No Sew Basket Liner Supplies
– Fabric
– Iron On Hem Tape
– Heat-n-Bond Tape
– Tape measure or ruler
– Fabric scissors
– Straight pins
– Iron
How to make no sew basket liners
Since I was redoing a variety of wicker baskets I already had, I gave them a coat of white spray paint. I wanted them to look cohesive.
Step #1:
If your basket already has a liner (as mine did), measure this.
With your length in mind, determine the width of the liner. I went with a width of 6″. Add 1-2″ to the length for the fabric for an overlap.
Friendly Tip: If your basket doesn’t have an existing basket liner, skip step #2 and #4. Instead, use a hot glue gun or fabric glue — my fave tool — to secure your fabric liner to the inside of the basket.
Step #2:
I began to pin the fabric at the back of the basket — the side that wouldn’t show. I lined up the fabric so it would cover the existing liner with enough to fold into the inside of the basket.
I simply went around the basket, pining the fabric. When I got back to where I started, I folded the raw edge of the fabric over and overlapped it with the end I started with.
HOW TO secure the cloth liner to the basket
Step #3:
With the fabric pinned, I applied the Iron-On Hem Tape to the outside raw edge of the liner. You can leave the liner on the basket, laying it down on your ironing surface or remove the liner from basket — whatever’s easiest for you.
Step #4:
Use Heat-n-Bond Tape to now secure your custom liner to the existing basket liner. I found it easy enough to keep the liner on the basket, lay the basket down on its side on my surface and iron.
And there you have it — no sew custom basket liners to match your decor or style! Easily done in an afternoon. What no sew hacks have you created?
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Carrie This Home says
A no-sew no-stress project? Yes please! I love how easy you made this and how pretty it is! Baskets like that would be perfect for my laundry room. Now I just have to get the time to do it 😉
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Carrie! I’m all about easy these days.
Lily81 says
Oh that’s greet, i will thimk about new liners in my baskets too <3
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks! Not sure why I didn’t attempt to “pretty-fy” my closet sooner!!
Val @ Love My DIY Home says
Oooo, I really like those! I sew too, but these days the quicker and easier, the better. I’m working on purging (it’s so hard!) and prettying up our closet too. It IS a long term project!
Mary-the boondocks blog says
What a great way to make your baskets look nice and coordinated. I love the fabrics you chose.
sherry says
Wow. This really changes the look of the basket. Thanks for the great instructions.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Agree! They look so much better; not sure why it’s taken me this long to tackle this project! Thanks for stopping by.
Aimee, The Crazy Craft Lady says
I LOVE this project! I have been wanting to make basket liners, but didn’t want to bust out the sewing machine. Thanks for such a great tutorial 🙂
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thank you! Call me lazy but I didn’t feel like sewing either. Nothing like a good hack.
Kim says
I really like these. My husband is the king of containers but I’m trying to get him out of the habit of buying tacky white plastic ones. I might have to demonstrate how much better a basket could look.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Yes, agreed! Thanks for stopping by.
Coombe Mill - Fiona says
As someone who is hopeless at sewing this really appeals to mePopping by from the Really Crafty Link party
Teresa says
I love the fabric you used! Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link Party this week! Pinned!
Ashleigh says
Thanks for sharing this on Peace, Love, Link-up #001!
Stop on by for the next link-up, Friday the 8th and share any other projects you are working on : )
Pamela Smith says
No sew is perfect! Like you, I can sew, but really prefer not to. 🙂 Love how your baskets coordinate together!
[email protected] says
Love this idea of no sew liners. Shared. Thanks for joining the Inspiration Spotlight party.
Debbie says
How cute. And I like the no-sewing part.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Yes, me too! No time to sit and sew these days. Thanks for stopping by.
[email protected] says
I love basket liners but I’ve always been intimidated by the idea of sewing one. This is a great tutorial! Thanks for sharing at Welcome Home Wednesdays!
JaneEllen says
I sew also but first have to clean up rest of stuff preventing me from getting to my sewing machine. So until that happens (no breath holding please) your no sew basket liners will be just what I need. Have lots of pieces of scrap fabric hanging around so will use some of it implementing your excellent tutorial. So glad you shared this project. Have really nice Sunday
Printing this out or I forget where or if I pinned it, much easier to print out. put in sewing projects folder,(then just pray can find sewing folder).
Carol says
Your basket looks so pretty – love the white wicker and the cloth.
Julie says
I tend to almost always go for the sew option, rather than no sew. I think I’m actually more scared of not sewing – I realise that is the opposite of most people. This is pretty and looks easy to though, maybe one day I’ll be tempted to step away from my sewing machine and venture into the world of iron on tape!
LydiaF says
Great project! I forget about the iron on hem tape and try to find the double sided interfacing. Hem tape is perfect for this project…it looks great! Thanks for sharing with us at Creatively Crafty #ccbg!
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
So easy!! A great way to make a group of basket uniform for a shelf – Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW’s DIY party!
Mother of 3 says
Those are so pretty! I love the fabric you chose. Pinned.
Angie Rose says
This is so cute Victoria! You really transformed the whole look of the basket. Thank you so much for joining the party at Dishing It & Digging It!
[email protected] says
I love a no-sew project. This is a perfect one for this time of year when everyone is reorganizing and purging. Thank you for sharing at Vintage Charm.
Teresa says
Thank you for sharing at The Really Crafty Link party, and happy 2017!
Debrashoppeno5 says
These are so pretty. I like to sew but there are times when the no sew way is the thing. I will certainly give this a try as I have some wire baskets that I want to make liners for.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Debra!
debbie says
Simply beautiful! I got a little confused when I was reading about the supplies and thought you were making a no sew basket to repair clothes in your master closet 🙂 ! That would be a good idea as well.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Like a mending basket? That would avoid clothes to be fixed draped over a chair, gathering dust!
Melony says
I have very basic sewing skills, so anything I can do without sewing is great. Your baskets look fantastic!!
Donella says
Oh, pinned this one! I love the look of lined baskets, but I can’t sew a straight hem to save my life. This no-sew option is great. Thanks for sharing with us at Funtastic Friday!
Leslie says
LOVE hem tape! Isn’t it one of the best inventions ever? Thanks so much for sharing this at the #happynowlinkup!
Jen says
You are speaking my language on no-sew here! This is such a cute idea and I have tons of things that need new basket homes! #happynowlinkup
[email protected] says
Victoria, I have that exact same fabric in one of our guest bedrooms ~ I made the big Euro pillows and a throw at the end of each bed. I bought a ton of extra fabric so I now have a place to use it. Thanks for the how~to project.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Small world, Carol! I originally bought (too much) fabric years ago for my then toddler daughter’s room. Years later, I’m finally finding ways to use it all up. Thanks for stopping by.
Roberta says
Hello Victoria!
I came from Happiness is Homemade Linky Party,your blog is very nice!
What lovely basket liners!
Hugs,
Roberta
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thank you Roberta!
Catherine says
What a great idea! I’m always trying to find the easy and quick option for sprucing up the wardrobe organisation! Thanks for sharing.
Gentle Joy Homemaker says
I love this idea! These baskets can be so handy… and how nice to be able to personalize them also. 🙂
Grammy Dee from Grammy's Grid says
That turned out really nice, I like it! I saw your post linked at WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY 239. Saved it on Pinterest.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thank you so much!
Deborah says
Absolutely gorgeous! Thanks for sharing with us at Waste Not Wednesday.
Donna Reidland says
What a helpful tutorial. I’m pinning so I can use it in the future.
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
Thanks Donna!
Sandra L Garth says
There’s nothing better than a beautiful now-sew project! Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story and we hope you will join us again next week.
Carol says
The liner is so pretty. It’s wonderful to add small details in the home that bring you joy.
Jamie says
Love it. Amazing what a coat of paint and some pretty fabric can do.
Michelle Leslie says
It turned out gorgeous Victoria and I love the fabric you chose for the liners. Thank goodness someone invented Heat-n-Bond Tape. It does make life so much easier
DazzleWhileFrazzled says
I agree, thanks Michelle!
Debrashoppeno5 says
I don’t mind sewing but there are times it is easier to do no sew. The fabric is so pretty. I bet you love going in the closet to look at how good it looks.
Marissa | Squirrels of a Feather says
Nice! Because let’s face it, my sewing skills are nearly at zero!
Chas says
This is such a cute and easy way to dress up a basket. Thanks for sharing on To Grandma’s House We Go!
Kippi says
Great idea for a no-sew project. Happy Weekend, Kippi #kippiathome