How to make your own diy picnic basket

Make Your Own DIY Picnic Basket

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Summertime is here, and the possibilities for daytime adventures are endless. So, why not whisk away for a picnic with a view? We teamed up with Kia to put this theory to the test.

Summertime is here, and the possibilities for daytime adventures are endless. So, why not whisk away for a picnic with a view? We teamed up with Kia to put this theory to the test.

We were more than happy to take the Kia Sportage for a spin. With a ton of trunk space,  we could stow everything we needed for a picture perfect picnic.

We were more than happy to take the Kia Sportage for a spin. With a ton of trunk space, we could stow everything we needed for a picture perfect picnic.

Gather your supplies.

Gather your supplies.

Paint the wicker part of the basket in a solid color.

Paint the wicker part of the basket in a solid color.

We first tried doing a crazy pattern, but with the wicket texture, any pattern just looked sloppy (and not in a good way). This is the one case where a solid color works better than many color.

We first tried doing a crazy pattern, but with the wicket texture, any pattern just looked sloppy (and not in a good way). This is the one case where a solid color works better than many color.

This is the one case where a solid color works better than many color. Paint patterns on the top and the handles.

This is the one case where a solid color works better than many color. Paint patterns on the top and the handles.

Voila!

  • Wicker Picnic Basket
  • Paint Brushes
  • Paint