Recycling old materials into something new just feels good, which is one reason why decorating with birdcages is so nice. With their beautiful shapes and ornate detail, bird cages lend themselves to a wide range of decorative and practical uses. Here we'll discuss our favorite ways to decorate with birdcages.
Old birdcages can be found at your local antique store, flea market, second hand store, or neighborhood yard sale. You can pick them up for a steal! Don't be discouraged if they show signs of aging, because they are extremely easy to fix up. Whether they are made of metal, wood, bamboo, or wicker, birdcages create the perfect accent piece in any home. Here are a few uses for birdcages that we love.
Plant display - Transform a bird cage into a unique planter for potted plants or flowers. The larger the birdcage, the more greenery you can fit inside. For smaller birdcages, feature one of your favorite potted plants or flower assortment in the center of the cage.
Candle collection - Showcase an illuminating collection of candles and brighten up a dark corner, or add a touch of romance to a bedside table. Arrange similar shaped candles of varying heights for a perfect look.
Create a focal point - If you have an empty wall that needs something to make it pop, consider using an assortment of empty birdcages to create a focal point. Use silver or black chain to hang birdcages at staggered heights along the wall. When backlit, you'll create a dramatic shadow effect that is quite stunning.
Towel storage - Add a touch of class to a guest or master bath by storing spare hand towels inside a decorative birdcage. Roll or fold the towels at the bottom of the cage, and decorate around them with small scented soaps, small bottles of shampoo and body wash, and other comfort items.
China display - With a little imagination, you can come up with some truly unique uses for birdcages. For example, a roomy birdcage can be used to store your favorite china. Stack plates at the bottom of the cage, and hang china cups from the decorative metalwork found atop many models. Smaller plates may be stacked on top of the birdcage.
Book display - If you're a booklover, chances are you have a few favorites you wouldn't mind showing off. A birdcage is a unique and functional way to do just that! Tuck a few of your favorite classic books inside and stack them from largest to smallest. Here are a few other creative ways to decorate with books.
Seasonal showcase - Fill your birdcage with decorative ball ornaments or poinsettias during the Christmas holiday. Add small pumpkins and gourds, or colorful mums during Thanksgiving. Change the interior décor to coordinate with each holiday or season.
Lit birdcage - Strands of miniature white lights look great tucked inside an ornamental birdcage at night. For best results, use a smaller cage and as many strands of lights as you can fit inside. Thread the wire out the back of the cage, and set it in front of a mirror. When lit, you'll enjoy a beautiful centerpiece that adds a warm ambience.
Jewelry rest - Store all your favorite jewelry right inside, and on, your favorite decorative birdcage. Necklaces can hang over top of the cage, bracelets can rest inside, and earrings can dangle from the outer frame. Scarves can also drape attractively atop the cage. All your baubles and beads will remain in one convenient place and look good while not in use!
Don't forget the birds! - Who says the birds inside your birdcage have to be real? A collectible set of love bird figurines would be the perfect addition to your birdcage! We've seen birdcages adorned with artificial butterflies, artificial feather birds, porcelain or ceramic birds, and delicate blown glass birds.
Old birdcages can be found at your local antique store, flea market, second hand store, or neighborhood yard sale. You can pick them up for a steal! Don't be discouraged if they show signs of aging, because they are extremely easy to fix up. Whether they are made of metal, wood, bamboo, or wicker, birdcages create the perfect accent piece in any home. Here are a few uses for birdcages that we love.
Plant display - Transform a bird cage into a unique planter for potted plants or flowers. The larger the birdcage, the more greenery you can fit inside. For smaller birdcages, feature one of your favorite potted plants or flower assortment in the center of the cage.
Candle collection - Showcase an illuminating collection of candles and brighten up a dark corner, or add a touch of romance to a bedside table. Arrange similar shaped candles of varying heights for a perfect look.
Create a focal point - If you have an empty wall that needs something to make it pop, consider using an assortment of empty birdcages to create a focal point. Use silver or black chain to hang birdcages at staggered heights along the wall. When backlit, you'll create a dramatic shadow effect that is quite stunning.
Towel storage - Add a touch of class to a guest or master bath by storing spare hand towels inside a decorative birdcage. Roll or fold the towels at the bottom of the cage, and decorate around them with small scented soaps, small bottles of shampoo and body wash, and other comfort items.
China display - With a little imagination, you can come up with some truly unique uses for birdcages. For example, a roomy birdcage can be used to store your favorite china. Stack plates at the bottom of the cage, and hang china cups from the decorative metalwork found atop many models. Smaller plates may be stacked on top of the birdcage.
Book display - If you're a booklover, chances are you have a few favorites you wouldn't mind showing off. A birdcage is a unique and functional way to do just that! Tuck a few of your favorite classic books inside and stack them from largest to smallest. Here are a few other creative ways to decorate with books.
Seasonal showcase - Fill your birdcage with decorative ball ornaments or poinsettias during the Christmas holiday. Add small pumpkins and gourds, or colorful mums during Thanksgiving. Change the interior décor to coordinate with each holiday or season.
Lit birdcage - Strands of miniature white lights look great tucked inside an ornamental birdcage at night. For best results, use a smaller cage and as many strands of lights as you can fit inside. Thread the wire out the back of the cage, and set it in front of a mirror. When lit, you'll enjoy a beautiful centerpiece that adds a warm ambience.
Jewelry rest - Store all your favorite jewelry right inside, and on, your favorite decorative birdcage. Necklaces can hang over top of the cage, bracelets can rest inside, and earrings can dangle from the outer frame. Scarves can also drape attractively atop the cage. All your baubles and beads will remain in one convenient place and look good while not in use!
Don't forget the birds! - Who says the birds inside your birdcage have to be real? A collectible set of love bird figurines would be the perfect addition to your birdcage! We've seen birdcages adorned with artificial butterflies, artificial feather birds, porcelain or ceramic birds, and delicate blown glass birds.
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