Easter Basket + Tutorial

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This morning our Preschool attended an early education event at a local high school this morning. It was put on by the local teachers and they invited area pre-schools, day-care centers, the local library and some government sponsored organizations.

We had lots of interest in our preschool. We are getting quite a good reputation in our community. Our classes are already filled for next year.

 

But, let's move on to my post for today. Cause it's a long one with a tutorial and lots of pictures. I made this cute Easter Basket for my weekly DT on the CottageCutz Blog.

 

I have seen quite a few baskets made using the Envelope Punch Board and I may try one of those soon. But, I realize that not all of you may have that tool. So my basket is made with dies and a scoring tool. I have loads of pictures for the process but here is a link to a video.

So let's get started on what I did for my project.

Step 1: The basket uses one sheet of 8 1/2" x 11" cut as shown in the following template.

 

My first cut was at 4 1/2" x 11". Then cut this piece in half to measure 5 1/2" x 4 1/2". Used these pieces for my basket sides. The next piece used for the basket itself was cut at 4" x 6 1/2".  My last cut was 4" x 4 1/2". I used this piece to cut the basket handle.

 

Step 2: I used the largest Stitched Oval die for my basket sides. I cut 2 ovals using the 4 1/2" x 5 1.2" cardstock piece.  For the handle, I used the Oval die set -  Choosing the 1st and 3rd largest dies in the set. The cardstock piece is the 4" x 4 1/2" panel.

 

Step 3: I was now ready to complete the scoring on the 4 x 6 1/2" panel.  First score was at 1/2" on both sides of panel in portrait mode. The 2nd score is at 2". This was done on both sides of cardstock. Used a bone folder to crease all score lines. Also make cuts as shown in photo.

Scor-Tape added to top and bottom of panel

Step 4: I also scored the stitched ovals. This just made it easier to fold it under the basket base. Scored this at 1/2".  Used an embossing folder for added texture on the basket sides. I didn't emboss the 1/2" that was scored.

 

 

 

Scor-Tape added to oval panels

 Step 5: Basket Assembly begins. The basket sides get secured to the base.

 

 

Step 6: Die cut the elements for decorating the basket. Used lots of bright spring colors. Elements adhered with Ranger Multi-Matte medium and glue dots. Added the handles to basket with glue dots. I simply cut the oval that I made in  Step 2 in half.

 

 

 

Step 7:  Basket completed and time to fill with some goodies for gift giving.

 

 

That's it for me for this post. I hope I have inspired you to make a basket of your own for Easter or as a Spring gift. Until next time.........God bless.

 

 

Dies I used to make basket:

 

I am also entering:

1.  HIMCR #291 has a spring colors challenge.

2.  Scrap & Craft has a celebrations challenge. My project celebrates Easter.

3.  Animal Friends Challenge has an animal with big ears challenge. I have a rabbit.

4.  Crafts and Me has a springtime challenge.