Create Your Own Jute Rope Coaster & Basket Step By Step DIY Kit Guide

Shelbe Brooks
Jul 25
3 min read

Updated: Aug 15

Introduction

Are you looking for a simple yet stunning DIY project? One that is both functional and beautiful?

Our Jute Rope Coaster & Basket DIY Kit is the perfect craft to cozy up your home or gift to someone special.

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned crafter, this project is easy, relaxing, and incredibly satisfying! Follow this step-by-step tutorial to create your own handmade basket and matching coasters. Let’s get crafting!

What’s Inside the Kit

This kit comes with high-quality materials, ensuring your finished project will last for years. It will add originality to your living space!

Your Kit Includes (Almost!) Everything You Need:

Jute rope (pre-cut for basket and coasters)
2oz bottle of Satin Mod Podge
Paintbrush (for easy glue application)
Wax paper stencils (to guide the crafting process)
4 Chipboard coaster backings (for additional support)

Items Required (or Optional), Not Included in the Kit:

Hot glue gun
Hot glue sticks
Masking tape (optional, to help keep your project still while working)

Pro Tips for Success

Tape down your stencils to keep them still while you work.
Wipe excess glue with a damp cloth before it dries to maintain a clean aesthetic.
Allow each piece to dry completely (approximately 24-48 hours) for best results.

Part 1: Making Your Jute Rope Basket

Step 1: Gather Your Materials

Lay out all necessary materials for easy access. Ensure cleanliness in your workspace.

Step 2: Start the Base

Apply Mod Podge to the wax paper stencil. Secure adhesion is crucial for the initial base.

Step 3: Begin the Spiral

Form the initial base circle with the jute rope. Press it into the glue for a strong start.

Step 4: Build the Bottom

Wrap the rope around itself to form the base. Apply glue underneath and between coils for stability.

Step 5: Shape the Walls

Transition from the base to building the walls. Maintain tension for a sturdy structure.

Step 6: Finish It Off

Complete the coil until all rope is used. Tuck in the end for a polished look. Carefully remove the basket from the stencil.

Part 2: Make Your Matching Coasters

Step 1: Prep the Base

Place one of the chipboard backings in the center of a wax paper stencil. If you’d like, tape it down to keep it secure.

Step 2: Start the Coil

Add a small dab of hot glue to the center of the chipboard.

Step 3: Spiral the Rope

Take one rope piece marked for the coasters, make a small circle, and place it onto the glue.

Step 4: Continue the Coil

Keep adding glue and coiling the rope around itself until you reach the end.

Step 5: Tuck & Finish

Tuck the end of the rope slightly under itself for a clean finish.

Step 6: Repeat

Repeat these steps for all four coasters!

Step 7: Seal & Dry

Apply a layer of Mod Podge over the entire basket and all four coasters for protection and a strong finish.

Enjoy Your Handmade Set!

And that’s it!

You’ve just made a gorgeous jute rope basket and matching coasters, all by hand! Display them on your coffee table, gift them to a friend, or use them daily to add a touch of handmade charm to your space.