The One Decor Staple I Always Buy from IKEA, and It’s So Perfect for Fall (Only $15!)

It’s a surprise to no one that IKEA is one of the best places to shop for cheap home decor, and yet, I continue to be shocked over just how budget-friendly — yet high-quality — some finds are. Because of this, I’ll always say yes to a trip to the Swedish home furnishing store just to see what’s actually worth buying. And one thing I always walk out with is a new basket. 

If you’re like me, baskets are your go-to home accessory. I use them for obvious things like storage but also as planters, to hide cheap thrift store vases that hold my weekly Trader Joe’s flowers, and I even have a few shallow basket trays for organizing all my bar essentials. While I’m not opposed to splurging on a unique artisanal basket, some more expensive styles from big box retailers just aren’t worth the cost.

Many IKEA baskets are made from quality materials, with a durable construction that ensures they’re sturdy enough for years of use. I tend to rotate mine out a lot, too: One month I’ll use a basket to store my current crochet project, and then the next I’ll use it to hide a plant pot that doesn’t match my space. In every city and apartment I’ve lived in, I always have at least one FLÅDIS seagrass basket on hand (I’ve seen these go for four to five times that at my local plant nursery!). I’ve also seen the popular $30 SNIDAD basket converted into a DIY coffee table.

IKEA recently introduced a new style to the mix  — the HÖKRUBBA basket — just in time for fall, and it’s one of the cutest I’ve seen. I love the functional bowl shape, chic, shallow silhouette, and oversized pink handles. It’s also incredibly versatile for just $15. You can use it in your closet to store scarves and beanies, on a dresser for your growing collection of claw clips (IYKYK), or on your entryway table as a catch-all dish. I also love the idea of turning this into a fruit basket or filling it with mini pumpkins and gourds. 

This fall, I’m planning to use the HÖKRUBBA basket as part of my tablescape centerpiece filled with extra large pinecones clustered together. And, come winter, I might add some evergreen sprigs and twinkle lights to make it all the more festive. Either way, I’m excited to restyle this IKEA find year-round!