Tole Baskets

Painted tinware, known as tole, was a popular material for household wares in Colonial times. Today, an antique tole wastebasket can cost hundreds of dollars -- but with tin or galvanized-aluminum buckets and sign painter's enamel, you can make contemporary versions that are just as charming.

Martha Stewart Living, October 1995 http://www.marthastewart.com/272517/tole-baskets