Hi there, Friends! It's time for another Creative Craft Blog Hop hosted by Sara at Birdz of a Feather. Today I'm sharing how I repurposed previously thrifted finds. Join me to see how easy it is to create these repurposed copper birdcage lanterns...
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If you're hopping over after visiting Donna from Modern on Monticello, welcome! When the price is right, I rarely pass on birdcages when I see them at thrift stores and yard sales. They are such fun accents whether you hang them in the garden or bring them indoors to use in vignettes or centerpieces.
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Here, you can see the befores and the spray paint I used. All you really need to do to prep is make sure they are clean and free of any flaking paint before spray painting them.
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TIPS:
*Spray paint lantern hooks at the same time for hanging.
*Combine battery operated LED candles with citronella candles when you are outdoors with your lanterns. Otherwise, LED candles are the safest option.
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Love what you did with the bird cage. Looks amazing. Nice working with you again. Happy Fall!
ReplyDeleteCecilia, these are just gorgeous! I would love to have a couple of big ones to hang in the garden as decor. I have tiny ones, strategically scattered around the house, but would really like some big ones.
ReplyDeleteAh, the magic of paint! What a transformation, and I love the copper color! Very pretty and great upcycle Cecilia!
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I love the look of bird cages with candles. The copper color is perfect and I'll bet they are beautiful at night!
ReplyDeleteCecilia, I LOVE this idea. It can be used inside and out or sprayed any color to match the home decor. Now I need to find me a bird cage!
ReplyDeleteCecilia, you are so right about bird cages. They are awesome for home decor and outdoor accessories. I have one I bought and painted years ago. I put a plant inside. Now, I’ll put in a candle during the fall and winter. Thanks for the idea.
ReplyDeleteYour copper birdcage lanterns look awesome outside in the trees, Cecilia! What a gorgeous way to display them. And it something about painting them copper that gives them a lovely finished look - that's quite extraordinary!
ReplyDeleteWow Cecilia; this is a remarkable before and after. I love how the copper looks and how you've displayed the cages! So lovely in your garden!
ReplyDeleteSuch a great project! Love the copper color. They look wonderful mixed with the candles.
ReplyDeleteI never would have thought of using copper paint! What a great color! I love bird cages, too! I have made dollhouse conservatories--with lots of mini plants--from several as well as Christmas decor. I wish I could find more, more often!
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