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Roundup: Vintage Wire Baskets & Ways to Use Them

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Vintage wire baskets are a common find in thrift stores and online antique shops, and they have a broad range of uses. From fruit baskets to wall organizers, these classic pieces are an inexpensive and efficient way to create small storage around the house. Click below for our roundup of vintage wire baskets, along with a few ways to put them to use in your home...

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Vintage Basket Roundup:


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A Few Ways to Use Them (follow the links for more info):


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From AT:SF and Cookie's Nesting Blog: Hang a wire basket on the wall as a shelf.


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From Smarts and Crafts: Spray paint a wire basket to coat it in color.


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From Sunset Magazine: Clutter control.


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From AT:LA: Mask a light bulb.

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does anyone know how to clean wire mesh? I have a wonderful wire mesh basket that came from my grandparents' house. I like the patina, but I'd love to bring out a little shine on the edges to give it some depth.

posted by foodefafa on January 20th 2009 at 6:21pm
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Hey, I hope this is relevant enough to not be too spammy - I put a wire basket much like these in my etsy shop today :) http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32410964

posted by stomachfoot on October 11th 2009 at 10:30pm
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