Wednesday, April 23, 2014

OLIVE BASKET-GET THE LOOK FOR LESS



Several years ago, before I knew what an olive basket was, I found one at a local Antique Market. I really liked it very very much! It was unusual and pleasing all at the same time.

Unfortunately, I passed it up because it was $35.00. UGH! If I only knew what a great buy the basket was and how popular they would be right now I would have scooped it up and danced joyfully out of the shop!

Since then, I see great vintage olive baskets used in decor everywhere! And the more popular they are getting the more expensive they are to buy!

So I jumped on the olive basket lovin' bandwagon and bought one at Walmart...

 Yes, Walmart...





I first saw one of these great knock-offs at CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT. Thanks, Debbie!



So, I started to look for an olive basket at my local Walmart... for months!!! And did not find one!

Then  I searched on line and sure enough... I found it!

It's called BETTER HOMES AND GARDEN ROUND BIN, SILVER... but it is an olive basket to me... and it only costs $9.88!








It is very sturdy and well made. Perfect to pop a fern in...







The only drawback is the olive basket is a little too new and shiny looking!

Not a problem. If the weather permits I'll age it this weekend and show you how next week. It's pretty easy!



I thought the olive bucket was such a good deal I got 2!

One for the family room and one for outdoor planting!








So if you like the look of an olive basket, but not the price... the WALMART VERSION might be perfect for you too!




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34 comments:

  1. DawnApril 23, 2014 at 8:10 AM

    Can't believe you found that beauty at Walmart. Great score!

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  2. adrienneApril 23, 2014 at 8:11 AM

    Also, if you have a Tuesday Morning near you, I bought an original olive basket for $40. More than WalMart, but less than anywhere else. I have a fern in mine too!

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  3. adrienneApril 23, 2014 at 8:12 AM

    And actually, I think it was on sale for $25. Just an FYI for anyone out shopping today :)

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  4. AnonymousApril 23, 2014 at 8:25 AM

    i bought one from walmart and i painted it a gray blue and brown. they go fast online but they get them back so if you see them sold out wait and keep looking back. i have a fake tree in mine and i love it. ang

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  5. Kays KidsApril 23, 2014 at 9:02 AM

    Why don't we have Walmart here in Australia..... !!!!####**** Oh well some of the cheap shops might eventually get them here.

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  6. UnknownApril 23, 2014 at 9:05 AM

    Score Yvonne. Keeping my eye out.

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  7. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeApril 23, 2014 at 9:13 AM

    This looks great!! I may be copying you :) Have a blessed week Yvonne!

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  8. DD's CottageApril 23, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    They look great in your house. I just bought some from Walmart too and I aged them using toilet bowl cleaner--imaging that!

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  9. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsApril 23, 2014 at 9:24 AM

    I do love the look and price! Looking forward to seeing how you age it.

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  10. PatApril 23, 2014 at 10:44 AM

    Yvonne,
    Great price, but like you, dear one. . .it's almost too shiny!
    I'll be watching for your "aging" post!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  11. ToniApril 23, 2014 at 11:14 AM

    If you sign up for Decor Steals....they have offered vintage Olive baskets from time to time.....warning.....their daily deals can be addicting! Thought you might like to know. Great addition.

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  12. Creations By CindyApril 23, 2014 at 11:25 AM

    What an awesome deal and I just love it! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  13. AnonymousApril 23, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    I ordered me one from Wal-Mart a couple months ago but like you it's way to shiny. Will be waiting for your "aging" post.

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  14. CynthiaApril 23, 2014 at 12:43 PM

    $35 was a steal and t hat is why when I saw them on Décor Steals a bit back for $50 I grabbed one. I knew that I would want one for the new house. I saw them again on there and thought, maybe a second would be a good idea?? My hubby said, not now the storage situation is becoming a problem with items for the new house. I will wait, no big deal. I can't wait to see your bucket aged.

    Cynthia

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  15. Laura @ duke manor farmApril 23, 2014 at 2:10 PM

    Perfect. I may have to swoop up a couple myself!

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  16. Pinky at Designs by PinkyApril 23, 2014 at 2:53 PM

    I have been looking for one too and forgot to check Walmart online! I will be ordering one...or 2:)

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  17. Doreen @ Hymns and VersesApril 23, 2014 at 4:56 PM

    I saw them at the Ephrata Walmart earlier this year, but didn't pick one up - why??? You're right - great price for the look! Thanks for sharing, Yvonne!

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  18. Judy at GoldCountryCottageApril 23, 2014 at 5:36 PM

    Yvonne, thanks for sharing. I just went and ordered one. I, too, am not happy with the finish so will be watching to see what you do. Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  19. CharlotteApril 23, 2014 at 5:53 PM

    Oh...I really want one....I love the look of the olive basket... and can't wait for you to show how to age it.

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  20. AnonymousApril 23, 2014 at 7:31 PM

    I also saw them at Target in the gardening area today !!


    Paula
    IN

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  21. Deb mcKApril 23, 2014 at 9:05 PM

    I purchased two of them as well, with plans to put ferns in them and set them out on the deck. I thought they were too shiny too so I look forward to seeing how to do it.

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  22. Judy PimperlApril 23, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    I'm loving the fern in the olive basket.
    judypimperl.blogspot.com

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  23. AnonymousApril 23, 2014 at 9:30 PM

    I just hopped on over and bought 2! I want to age mine, too! Thanks for the tip. :) -Leanne

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  24. Sharon @ mrshinesclassApril 24, 2014 at 2:14 AM

    I'll have to check that out online! And I love the whole corner of that room...SO INVITING...and inspiring. Love your style Yvonne!

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  25. OliveApril 24, 2014 at 2:32 AM

    You smart cookie. I got my vintage olive bucket a few years ago at Tuesday Morning strangely enough.

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  26. Miss KittyApril 24, 2014 at 6:20 AM

    Thanks so much, Yvonne, for this great tip! I just ordered 5 of them on the Walmart website and had them send it "site to store" so there is no shipping charges. I will be on the lookout for your tutorial on how to age them. You're the best!

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  27. UnknownApril 24, 2014 at 9:14 PM

    Who would have known, Walmart!!! Excellent buy!~~Angela

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  28. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsApril 25, 2014 at 5:32 PM

    What $9.98...what a deal...and it looks great...and can't wait to see how you will age it!!...the fern looks wonderful in it...and yes, $35 was a good deal on the old Olive Bucket...

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  29. KittyLuvrApril 26, 2014 at 8:16 AM

    I just saw an olive bucket online at PB for $149~on sale for $118........so you definitely got a great deal! now I am off to find a spot for my WalMart olive bucket....thanks for a great idea!

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  30. AnonymousApril 27, 2014 at 12:08 PM

    I also got me two last summer can't wait to see your post on aging them. Love your blog

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  31. AnonymousApril 29, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    Hi!
    I just bought two of these buckets from Walmart. I hope you are going to show us how to age them soon!
    Thanks for the great tip!
    Jan

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  32. Debra@CommonGroundApril 30, 2014 at 12:10 AM

    I'm lovin' it "as is" but looking forward to how you'll age it. I have a big galvanized tub for icing down drinks outside, but it's a little too new, too. thanks for coming over, Yvonne!!

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  33. Manuela@A Cultivated NestApril 30, 2014 at 5:30 PM

    Love it! I look for one every time I go to Walmart. I'll look again next week!

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