If you live in the Reno area and dig crafting and DIY projects you have to connect with Ashley of Paisley Anne Design. A few times each month Ashley hosts crafting workshops in her home. Everything from bracelet making class, embroidery projects and the latest – basket making class.

I browsed Pinterest for inspiration prior to the class, but ultimately picked out a few materials at the local craft store (ribbon & flowers) and tried to keep the decorations simple.

Ashley supplied the cute baskets and additional supplies, and this is what I created. You can doll up your bike for incredibly cheap!

• Check out your local thrift store for used baskets
• If you don’t have a craft room to raid, head to the local craft store for supplies and ideas. Ribbon, buttons, fabric, flowers – whatever!
• Once you’ve created the bike basket of your dreams, use a couple of zip ties to strap it securely to your bike!

Thankfully Monday was beautifully warm in Reno so I was able to take my new basket for a whirl.

Happy cycling!

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Photo by Mike Henderson

Mike Henderson, a local writer/cycler/dad/all around talented dude, wrote an article for Family Pulse Magazine about cycling safely with your wee ones. Many thanks to Mike for including the Child and me in this great story. Check it out here!