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Thrifted Basket for Entertaining

July 3, 2026 By Meegan Leave a Comment

It’s always fun to decorate with baskets, anywhere in your home. Each one adds personality and texture. I like to use a Thrifted Basket for Entertaining organization.

 

Especially when the basket contains festive plates and napkins.

Without even trying hard, I spotted this basket almost immediately. And knew exactly how I wanted to use it.

Not to mention it was already a great price-BUT, it was 50% off Monday at Savers. Perfect price and what I had in mind.

This thrifted basket got my mind thinking about organization while our family is visiting for the 4th of July.

THEN, I headed over to Home Goods, actually looking for a living room rug (that’s a WHOLE other story). Once I spotted these patriotic plates and napkins, I knew they would be perfect in the thrifted basket.

Aren’t they adorable? The various shapes are ideal for snacks, appetizers, or desserts.

One at a time each set was placed in the thrifted basket.

Ready for display and serving our family.

You could also add serving spoons, small disposable cups, ribbons and a small flag for a more festive style.

Isn’t it funny how a small thrifted basket can bring organization and happiness to anyone? How would YOU use a thrifted basket like this?

Once the creative juices get flowing, no telling what it could be used for next!

Thanks for joining me today. Make it a great day…

More thrifted find ideas…

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Filed Under: DIY, entertaining, Holidays, Home, thrifting Tagged With: DIY, home, Home decor, refresh, Summer, Thrifting

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