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How to Make a Stained Color-Blocked Basket

This stained color-blocked basket was created as part of a sponsored video for Minwax.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Stain has a come a long way from the days of a brown liquid in a can!  No longer is stain only used for fences and decks but now it’s entered the craft and DIY world as well and the variety of products available are awesome!  I created a stained color-blocked basket using Express Color Wiping Stain and Finish from  and the whole project took less than ten minutes {minus drying time}!

how to make a stained color-blocked basket

This stain is great for wood but it also adheres perfectly to a basket, adding this gorgeous indigo color with just one stroke.

stained basket

Take a peek at this quick video to get the full how-to for this color-blocked basket and to learn a little more about some of the other great stain products offered by Minwax.

Are you feeling inspired?  What would you use stain for?

color blocked basket

About Randi Dukes

I’m Randi, a Dallas-based mom of five kids, ranging from third grade to college and including a set of twins. I love strong coffee, craft and DIY projects, my planner, and my big ol’ family. When I’m not creating something for my blog, I can be found in the car, running kids from one place to another. I’m the one knitting at the red light. Connect with me on google+ | twitter | facebook

Comments

  1. Rachel @ Lines Across says

    Wow, Randi, what a great idea! I would never have thought to stain a basket, but I really LOVE the color blocked look. Thanks also for sharing the video – it was very informative!

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  2. Rachel @{i love} my disorganized life says

    I love baskets! The pained ones are so expensive, I love the idea of being able to create my own for less. So fun!

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