Happy May Day! Spring is in full bloom and whether you’re decorating with faux flowers or fresh ones, May Day has always been a day to show off some floral decor. I found a pocket basket at Goodwill recently and even though it was black and not at all spring like, I knew all it needed was a couple of coats of paint and some pretty flowers to make it a perfect May Day Flower Basket.
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May Day Flower Basket
Supplies Used for May Day Flower Basket
- Wicker Pocket Basket
- Spray Paint
- Spray Sealer
- Purple Ribbon
- Hot Glue
- MFD letter
- Purple Craft Paint
- Fishing Line
- Faux Flowers
The pocket basket is just the right size for our front door. It was in really great condition and priced at $1.99. After I brought it home, I thought it could be left black and used for Halloween decor, but that’s so far away and I didn’t want to wait to use it, so I went ahead with the plan to change it into spring time decor. It just might get another paint job in October though!
I removed the ribbon and cleaned it off with a damp cloth. It didn’t need much cleaning. I used Rust-Oleum American Accents Ultra Cover 2x spray paint. This is an indoor/outdoor paint, so it will work well for hanging the basket on the front door. I sprayed it with a MinWax Polycrylic Sealer before adding the ribbon and flowers.
It took two coats of paint to cover up the original black color. I added a small piece of purple ribbon around the top edge. It’s hot glued in place on the back of the basket.
Next, I added some sheer wire ribbon around the basket and tied it off into a simple bow. I added a dot of hot glue in the back to keep it in place.
I bought this curly R several months ago without a plan to use it. To match the ribbon, I painted it purple using Craft Smart Acrylic Paint in Grape Taffy. To seal it, I sprayed it with sealer before adding it the basket.
Using fishing line, I tied the R to the wired purple ribbon.
When I went shopping for flowers, I didn’t realize just how many purple blooms would be in stock at my local Michaels store! I spent a while choosing which ones I wanted to buy. I decided on four different types of blooms in varying lengths for the basket. Before adding the flowers to the basket, I gave them a light coat of Minwax Polycrylic Sealer. This helps to protect them from fading in the sunlight.
Starting with the longest blooms, I added them to the basket and then worked forward and to the sides to add the others. The flowers were all on sale for half off, so that cut down on the cost. I bought the ribbon at Michaels, too using a coupon of course! I already had all of the paint on hand.
Using faux flowers means I can keep this May Day Flower Basket on our door until it’s time to change it out for summer decor. Purple is not a usual color that I use for my decor, but sometimes, it’s fun to change things up a little! I like the pop of color against our black front door.
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May Day Flower Basket
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Grammy Dee says
Thank you Beverly for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Beverly says
Thank you, Dee!
Carol ("Mimi") says
Looks pretty! The basket is such an unusual shape. I like it a lot better in white. The ribbon and letter are perfect with the lavender shade of the flowers.
Beverly says
Thanks, Carol! I liked the shape of the basket, too.
Jess says
Oh what a cute idea!
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Beverly says
Thanks, Jess. I shared it on the FB group. Thanks for the party.
Nikki Gwin says
I love it! So funny that I just did a very similar basket for MY front door but I painted it black! haha But my door isn’t black. I love yours!
🙂 gwingal
Beverly says
Yours look great in black, Nikki. Thank you!
Clearissa Coward says
This is too cute! Love the lavender and hwhite colors together. Thank you for sharing with #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’ve shared your post on social media.
Beverly says
Thank you! It’s a different look for me, but I’m enjoying it. I appreciate the social shares.
Donna says
I love the white basket against the lavender!
Thank you for sharing on #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty!
Beverly says
Thank you, Donna and thanks for hosting!
Laurie says
Beverly, Love that basket! You have really had some fantastic finds! Perfect shape for the door and the purple flowers with the white basket is so pretty together! Pinned and shared!
Beverly says
Thanks! I have been lucky lately to have found a number of items that are just right for makeovers. I’ve got a few more than I’m saving for the monthly challenges. I like the purple and white combination, too. Thanks so much for sharing!
krishna says
The flower basket is so beautiful.. perfect for spring..
Beverly says
Thanks. Yes, I’ll enjoy it all spring.
Cristina says
So beautiful! Very creative.
Beverly says
Thank you, Cristina!
Lori Hill-Smith says
What a pretty idea! Thank you for sharing at BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’ve shared on social media.
Beverly says
Thank you, Lori. I appreciate the shares!
Jas @All that's Jas says
What a beautiful flower basket, Beverly! Love how it pops against the black door!
Beverly says
Thank you, Jas! It’s definitely a different color choice for me, but I’m liking it.
Barbara says
It is such an unusual little basket. I don’t think I have ever seen one just like it. It looks great. A nice job and nice transformation.
Beverly says
Thank you, Barbara. I liked the shape of the basket, too. It was just the right size for our door.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
What a gorgeous idea! Thanks for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’ve pinned and shared. Have a lovely day!
Beverly says
Thank you! I’m happy to link up at Blogging Grandmothers party. Thanks for the shares and for stopping by, Sue.
Sandra Garth says
That was a real bargain and it’s just beautiful against the door! Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, and I hope your week is going great.
Beverly says
It was a bargain! Thank you, Sandra. Thanks for hosting the party. I hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Melissa Ruddy says
It is amazing how you spotted something in goodwill and saw a new life and new potential in it. I always wish I had that talent. Keep sharing it. Great transformation.
Beverly says
Thank you, Melissa. I just know that a little spray paint can do wonders for those thrift store items! I appreciate your encouragement!
Cristina at Ava's Alphabet says
Darling! I love the shape of that basket! And your purple flowers and accents are just perfect. Pinned and sharing. Thank you for joining us at Family Joy Blog Link-Up Party. I hope you will join our next party starting Sunday at noon EST.
Beverly says
Thank you, Cristina! I’m enjoying the pop of purple. Thanks for the party and for the shares!
Carol ("Mimi") says
Thanks for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I’m sharing your post on social media.
Beverly says
Thanks for hosting and for the social shares, Carol. I appreciate it!
Teresa says
It turned out lovely! I agree the lavender looks so pretty against the black door. Pinned! Thank you for sharing at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty!
Beverly says
Thank you, Teresa! I’m enjoying the look. Thanks for pinning!
Marilyn says
Thank you for sharing at #OverTheMoon. Pinned and shared.