Disco Easter Basket

This Easter, step up your basket game with a fun, colorful DIY project that’s sure to steal the spotlight! Transform a simple rope basket into an adorable bunny-inspired masterpiece by dyeing it in pastel shades of pink, aquamarine, and lemon yellow using Rit dye. To top it off, add a playful touch with shiny disco balls for the bunny’s nose, tail, and whiskers. It’s the perfect blend of festive charm and a bit of sparkle to make your Easter celebration extra special!

Supplies
  • White rope basket
  • Rit Dye in Lemon Yellow, Petal Pink, Aquamarine
  • ColorStay Fixative
  • Mini disco balls (two sizes)
  • Mini mirror tiles
  • Scissors
  • Hot glue
Time
Total: 1 hour
Difficulty
Beginner
Instructions
  1. Fill a pot of very hot water and add liquid Rit Dye, and 1 Tablespoon of dish soap.
  2. Wet rope basket under a faucet, then dip in dye bath. Rotate for 5+ minutes to be sure all sides are evenly dyed.
  3. Remove from dye bath, rinse and let soak in Rit ColorStay Fixative.
  4. Once the basket is dry, add a small (1.5”) mini disco ball to the basket. When placing, aim for just between the ears and a few inches down. Hold it in place with hot glue.
  5. Next, cut 6 strips of disco tiles (3 for each side of the nose ball) adhere using hot glue.
  6. Turn the basket around and hot glue the larger disco ball to the middle of the back of the basket, towards the bottom.

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