# Eco-Friendly DIY Baskets Melissa Bahen of Lulu the Baker Adorably Repurposes Paper Bags By Meghan Young | Published 2015-02-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-basket References: [healthbeautylife](http://www.healthbeautylife.com/diy-paper-bag-baskets/) & [luluthebaker](http://luluthebaker.com/) This DIY basket project offers a great alternative to more traditional basket designs. First of all, it foregoes the need to know how to weave, which is a skill not many do-it-yourselfers have even if they are very crafty to begin with. Instead, the DIY basket is made using a [simple paper bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muji-labo), which is also admirably eco-friendly. Created by Melissa Bahen of Lulu the Baker, the DIY basket is a fun option for [Easter and other holidays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/happi-1) or special occasions. It gives such offerings a playful twist that manages to also come off as more genuine and thoughtful. Incredibly easy to make, the DIY basket requires [fun string](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crochet-collection) and a hole punch to execute. Once put together, people can put whatever they want inside, from candy to flowers and more. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Eco-friendly Packaging:** Repurposing paper bags for DIY baskets provides an innovative approach to sustainable packaging alternatives. - **Simplified Crafts:** Utilizing simple materials like paper bags for DIY projects opens up crafting opportunities for individuals with limited weaving skills. - **Personalized Gift-giving:** DIY baskets offer a unique and heartfelt way to personalize gifts for holidays and special occasions. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Crafting Supplies:** The demand for eco-friendly and simplified crafting materials like paper bags can drive innovation in the crafting supplies industry. - **Gift and Specialty Retail:** The adoption of DIY basket projects can create new opportunities for gift and specialty retailers to provide personalized and eco-friendly gift options. - **E-commerce:** Online platforms can explore offering DIY basket materials and kits as a niche product category for individuals looking to create unique gift solutions. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Delicate Basket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculpture.md) - [Sophisticated Upcycled Home Sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-sculptures.md) - [Timeless Wool Storage Baskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wool-storage-basket.md) - [Artisanal Easter Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hoppy-easter-basket.md) - [Woven Statement Totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holst-lee1.md) - [Everyday Sustainable Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/versatile-bags-for-essentials.md) - [Multi-Use Flower Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reusable-flower-bags.md) - [Whimsical Storage Baskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-mushroom-woven-basket.md) - [Rotating Shopper Baskets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/basket-concept.md)