Pretty much anthropologie meets Pinterest, but hardly costing anything.
It’s rustic, warm, earthy, and oh-so-stylish — and so easy to DIY, never mind if you never even touched a wire.
Take an ordinary basket, and turn it into a ceiling statement you’ll absolutely love.
💡 Why a Basket or Rattan Pendant?
Adds texture and warmth to any space
Perfect for bohemian, coastal, rustic, or Scandinavian interiors
Budget-friendly and completely unlike any other
Can be custom-created to match your decor
You’re going to get so many comments (trust us)
🧺 What You Will Need:
A basket or rattan lampshade (woven bamboo, seagrass, jute, etc.)
A pendant light kit (with bulb socket + cord) — buy from Amazon or hardware stores.
LED bulb (Edison style or warm white usually preferred).
Drill or box cutter (to cut a hole).
Screwdriver (for installation if mounting).
Ceiling hook or bracket (not needed if not hardwired).
💡 Pro tip: Use a basket with an open weave or patter to create really beautiful light shadows on your walls.
🛠️ Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Pick Your Basket
Choose something lightweight that’s big enough to house a bulb inside. Open-bottom baskets work best, but you can also cut out the base too.
Step 2: Create the Opening
If there’s no hole on top of the basket:
Using a drill with a hole saw or a box cutter, carefully cut a hole just big enough for your socket to fit snugly.
Smooth out the edges with sandpaper as needed.
Step 3: Attach the Light Kit
Run the pendant light cord through the hole.
Use the kit’s locking ring or clip to secure the socket from inside the basket so it doesn’t move.
Screw in your bulb (use LED to avoid overheating).
Step 4: Hang It Up
Option A – Plug-in version:
Hang a ceiling hook where you want the pendant.
Plug in and drape the cord for a casual, swagged look.
Option B-Hardwired version:
Turn off the power first (⚠️ important!). Standard light fixture installation steps follow-or get help from an electrician if unsure.
✨ Tips on Styling:
Suspend a pair of lamps over a dining table or kitchen island for a fine looking boho symmetry.
Consider painting the basket white or black to give it a more contemporary look.
Layer different sizes together for an eclectic collection.
Run fairy lights through it to give it a more soft ambient glow.
🪄 Mood Match: Ideal for Such Spaces
Spaces Reason Why It Works
Dining room Provides an added rustic touch with soft lights
Bedroom The perfect hanging bedside alternative
Entryway Close your eyes and imagine all the unseen welcome with character
Patio Indoor boho vibes (be sure to use outdoor-rated kits)