Versatile in form and function, baskets are a decorating idea non-pareil. There are very few decorative items that have as much versatility as baskets. They blend well with any décor and can give every room they are in a lovely, classic look. Whether you use it as a display piece or for practical storage; nothing beats the versatile basket.

Baskets come in an endless assortment of shapes, sizes and styles. They have a lot of character and add texture and style to any room. Not only do they add a decorative touch to your room, but they also provide plenty of glamorous storage options. Just placing different baskets filled with various items can make a world of a difference to any room. What’s more, merely changing the contents of your various baskets offer you infinite redecorating options.  When it comes to decorating with baskets, you are only limited by your imagination.

Where you use your baskets and how many you use will depend on whether you are starting off with a bare room or whether you are looking for ways to enhance the décor of your room. Use baskets in any room; use them to hold magazines, umbrellas, mail or toys… the options are unlimited.

Here are a few clever yet easy ideas to get you going.

Baskets in the Living Room
Add life and character to your living room by using a large woven basket as a planter. For a touch of drama, assemble an assortment of Venezuelan coiled baskets on a specially installed shelf on the wall. The rich patterns are eye-catching and make for an exotic display. Use one wall of the living room to display different baskets in interesting shapes and unique weaves. You can fill some of them with cascading bouquets of flowers and ferns or don’t put anything in them at all. Several intricately woven baskets placed on side tables around the room can be used to hold your interesting collection of sea shells, pebbles and other interesting little bric-a-brac that you’ve collected during your travels.   

Baskets in the Kitchen
A variety of fruits piled high atop willow pedestal baskets add delicious glamour to any kitchen table. Just changing the selection of fruits can give your whole kitchen an entirely different look every time. A collection of baskets in different sizes add character and colorful storage to any kitchen. While taller baskets are excellent for holding ladles and other tall-handled kitchen accessories, shorter baskets are just right for small jars of frequently used seasonings and medium-sized baskets can be used for other sauces and dressings. 

Baskets in the Bathroom

Use different sized baskets to accommodate different items; barrettes and brushes in one, creams and lotions in another, assorted make-up items in the third and jewelery in the fourth. Place them on the counter or display them on shelves on the wall. A deep, rectangular basket filled with tube-rolled or folded towels looks good and is perfect for storing bulky towels that take up precious space in cupboards.

Baskets in the Bedroom
Whether you are passionate about knitting, crochet or embroidery, larger baskets are excellent for containing all your supplies and tools in one handy place. Don’t cram all your hobbies into one basket however. If you have several hobbies, buy several baskets and keep one for each hobby.

Baskets in the Dining Room
Elegant, elongated baskets filled with colorful napkins add color to your dining table and keep your napkins handy when you need them. Smaller sized baskets can also be used to hold after-dinner mints and assorted chocolates.