French Country Gift Basket DIY Project

This French Country food gift basket is the perfect basis for making some homemade gift baskets for any holiday. If you love giving gift baskets, then try painting an old basket in this French country look and filling it with white or vanilla candles, tea bags, and even some tea cups. No one will believe you painted this French coutnry gift basket yourself!

Creating French Country Gift Basket is an easy project that can be accomplished in one day. To start this French Country Gift Basket Paint Technique project you will need to spend at least one pre made wicker or woven material basket.

Any real wood or cheap plain fake wood Gift Basket is perfect for this French country Paint Technique.

Here is a list of supplies you will need to start French Country antiquing and resurfacing your Gift Basket:

· Primer
· Bright or Royal Blue Paint & Sunny Yellow Paint or Terra Cotta and Blue Paint
· Roller paint brushes
· A variety of 2", 3", or 4" paint brushes
· Wood stain
· Glaze
· Sandpaper
· Drop clothes
· Cheap, outdated, or plain Gift Basket

Now, start sanding the surface of your plain shutter Gift Basket. Once you have the surface lightly sanded, you should wipe off the dust with a clean dry clothe. An old white t-shirt will work perfectly here.

Now, you are ready to put a coat of primer. If you are using a cheap fake wood Gift Basket this is a very important step. Your resurfacing and French Country antique paint technique will not stick to your surface if you don't sand and then prime your Gift Basket.

If you want a rough more rustic French Country look try putting the primer on with one of the 4" brushes. This will give texture and create the look of real wood. If you prefer the smoother look you can roll the paint on with any type of paint roller. A foam roller will create the smoothest surface.

Allow your primer to dry completely.