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    Home » Craft Tutorials » Accessories

    DIY Fabric Basket a Great Scrap Fabric Project

    February 9, 2015 By Brandy 20 Comments

    This DIY fabric basket is a great scrap fabric project, perfect for beginners! Sew a fabric storage basket in under an hour, 2 sizes to choose from! It even has handles! An enjoyable project that makes a great gift. This post contains affiliate links.

    Looking for a sturdy fabric basket? You might also like my DIY fabric box made out of diaper boxes!

    scrap fabric basket

    I was recently invited to a diaper shower. I absolutely loved receiving diapers when I had newborns. They really are THE most practical gift and are appreciated by all new moms, BUT....they can be a little on the boring side to give! Especially at a diaper shower when EVERYONE came with a package of diapers.

    Since I really enjoy making homemade gifts I decided to add a homemade touch to this gift:  a quick and easy fabric basket. Second to diapers, a cute basket or storage bins make great gifts for new moms.

    fabric basket filled with diapers and baby supplies

    I had so much fun making this DIY fabric basket and it is a great scrap fabric and fat quarter project. I can't wait to make more. This is a great project for using up scrap fabric. As you can see, I pieced several different types of cotton fabric together from my scrap bag. I used a solid cream for the lining fabric on the inside of the basket.

    baby powder and shampoo in fabric basket

    The size I made holds 25 size-one diapers and some extra diaper-changing supplies like a travel package of wipes, baby powder, and diaper cream.  When the diapers are gone, the new mommy can use this basket to store other baby needs.

    You can also give a fabric basket along with a larger package of diapers to use as a refill.

    quilted fabric basket

    I added some quilted detailing…because I like quilting everything, but it isn’t necessary. You can simply sew the fabric pieces together from a fat quarter of fabric, fabric scraps, or use a solid fabric for the entire basket.

    quilted fabric basket with handles

    DIY Fabric Basket Tutorial

    The fabric basket pattern comes in two sizes. I made the larger version. A big thank you to the Pink Penguin for the great instructions and step-by-step tutorial! 

    Wouldn't a fabric basket be perfect for storing toys, hair accessories, socks, or burp cloths? I can think of probably a dozen uses in the nursery alone. Or in my kitchen or office or craft room. It's the perfect size for storing sewing supplies, fabric scraps, or even candy. How cute would this be as an Easter basket?  I love baskets and have them all over my house---just ask my husband. Be sure to also check out this small Fabric Basket with an Easy Close Drawstring Tutorial another great baby shower gift!

    Fabric: Into the Woods by Vanessa Goertzen for Moda.

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    About Brandy

    Welcome! I'm Brandy, mother to 5 darling kiddos and a cute black lab named Toby. My husband is in the Coast Guard so we've lived all over the place, turning each house into a home. I love baking, sewing, making cute things with my kids, and sharing what I've learned with all of you!

    Comments

    1. Lisa c says

      June 21, 2023 at 11:18 pm

      Just finished both sizes of basket to add to a baby quilt As a gift.

      Reply
      • Brandy says

        June 22, 2023 at 11:09 am

        Awesome!

        Reply
    2. Lisa says

      February 25, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      Just a quick question, I've actually made aye mills basket before and mine doesn't turn out big enough to hold diapers and such, did you change the dimensions at all?

      Reply
      • Brandy says

        February 26, 2017 at 12:18 pm

        Hi Lisa! I made the larger one that was offered in the tutorial. It still only holds about 25 size 1 diapers. Hope that helps! 🙂

        Reply
    3. cawalkden says

      February 21, 2017 at 5:15 pm

      any change of getting a copy of the pattern, it has been removed from the link provided.

      Reply
      • Brandy says

        February 21, 2017 at 10:14 pm

        Hi! Here is the link: http://ayumills.blogspot.com/2008/05/tutorial-fabric-basket.html You can find the free tutorial there! It isn't a pattern, just a tutorial to follow with the measurements and instructions. Hope that helps!

        Reply
    4. DearCreatives (@DearCreatives) says

      May 12, 2016 at 12:25 pm

      Your basket turned out so cute! Thanks for sharing at the Inspiration Spotlight party. Pinned & shared. See you again soon.

      Reply
      • Brandy says

        May 12, 2016 at 4:55 pm

        Thank you so much!

        Reply
    5. Jessica [Havok] says

      May 08, 2016 at 10:23 pm

      This is so cute! And while it would be great for diapers and in a nursery, it would, really, be great for just about anywhere and for anything - which makes it even better! 😀

      Reply
    6. Dana says

      May 07, 2016 at 6:39 am

      Such a great basket and an easy way to use up those random pieces in the fabric stash. Adding to my "to try" list. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    7. JESS44903 says

      May 06, 2016 at 8:24 pm

      Oh this is SO pretty!!

      I would love for you to share this with my Recipes, Crafts, Tips and Tricks Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/

      Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!

      Reply
    8. Megan @ The Many Little Joys says

      May 06, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      This is so cute. It's making me want to pull out my sewing machine and my fabric stash, which I haven't done in awhile!

      Reply
    9. grtlyblesd says

      May 05, 2016 at 7:22 pm

      Adorable! This would be a great way for me use up some of my novelty wovens.

      Reply
    10. Christine @ Must Love Home says

      May 05, 2016 at 6:30 pm

      Love it! This is so cute! So, diaper parties are boring...I was planning a diaper shower for my son and daughter-in-law for my first grandchild...maybe I should think of another theme! Any ideas for me? I love, love your bag! Thank you so much for sharing with us at Friday Favorites! I would love for you to join me at mustlovehome.com for the Wonderful Wednesday Link Party...and enter our $40 PayPal Cash Giveaway for May!! Hugs - Christine at Must Love Home

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      • Brandy says

        May 05, 2016 at 7:11 pm

        Haha, diaper showers are GREAT and absolutely the most practical gift for the parents, for sure! It's just fun to add a bit of flair to my gift instead of just bringing a package of diapers which is how this little fabric basket came about 🙂 Congratulations, Grandma!

        Reply
    11. Anita says

      May 04, 2016 at 7:21 pm

      This is an awesome idea! Thanks for sharing at Creative Ways Link Party.

      Reply
    12. USS Crafty says

      May 02, 2016 at 11:56 pm

      Super cute basket! I could really use a couple of these in my son's nursery!

      Navy Wifey Peters @ The Submarine Sunday Link Party

      Reply
    13. Michelle L says

      May 02, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Hi, Brandy! That looks like the perfect little project!

      Reply
    14. Donna says

      April 01, 2015 at 5:20 pm

      Thank you so much! I love the quilted basket--I love quilted anything. 🙂 I keep E's hair bands and bows in it--it's the perfect place. Thank you!

      Reply
      • Brandy says

        April 01, 2015 at 7:09 pm

        You're welcome Donna! 🙂 I'm so glad you liked it!

        Reply

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