How to Make Cone May Baskets

I have a fun craft for you that will totally get you in the Spring mood.  I’m going to show you how to make a Cone May Basket.  May is all about the Spring flowers.  Well, imagine how beautiful a basket will be filled with some of those magnificent flowers.  Or, perhaps you want to give this Cone May Basket to someone special…. well, why not fill it with candy.  The receiver will surely love it!!  Either way this Cone May Basket will surely be enjoyed.  So, grab the materials needed and let’s get started.

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How to Make Cone May Baskets

 

Materials Needed

Printer

Paper

Scissors

Crayons or Markers

Paste

Items to Fill the Basket With

 

Click on template images below to make larger and to print.

8×11 Template

May Basket Template 8x11

 

Larger Template

May Basket Larger Template

 

Step 1

Print out template.

Print out template.

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Step 2

Cut out pattern.

Cut out pattern.

 

Step 3

Decorate paper.

Decorate paper.

 

Step 4

Fold to look like image above.  Paste the tab to the other edge.

Fold to look like image above.  Paste the tab to the other edge.

 

Step 5

Cut a long strip of paper and use for the handle.

Cut a long strip of paper and use for the handle.  Paste the handle.

 

Step 6

Fill with flowers or treats.

Fill with flowers or treats.  Now your basket is finished.  What did you fill your basket with?  Are you keeping it for yourself or are you giving it away as a gift this May?  Let me know in the comments below.

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