How to Decorate Canary Cages
Many canary cages have decorative features that make interesting accessories for home décor. Older birdcages were very ornate, but were usually discarded when a family no longer had a bird. Antique stores are a good place to find a canary cage to use as a decorative piece. An estate sale from an older home is another possibility for finding a birdcage. Turn an old birdcage from trash to treasure, and enjoy the many decorating possibilities. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Sandpaper
- Primer
- Spray paint
- Ivy
- Doll
- Stuffed animal
- Doily
- Miniature houses
- Swing
- Artificial flowers
- Miniature blanket
- Balloons
- Candy dish
- Beads
- Napkins
- Ribbons
Instructions
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Match the color of the cage with the room décor. Clean rusty cages with fine-grade sandpaper and apply a primer before painting. Use spray paint for a flawless finish.
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Place potted ivy inside of the cage. Leave adequate room for watering the plant or use a container with a long spout. Train the ivy stems to weave around the wires of the cage or hang outside of the cage.
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Place three or more candles inside of the cage. Vary the height and circumference of the candles. Place the cage near a fireplace and light the candles and fireplace for a romantic evening.
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Display a favorite doll or stuffed animal inside of the cage. Place a ruffled doily on the cage floor for the doll to sit on.
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Set a miniature house and barn inside of the cage. Place miniature trees, animals and farm equipment in the cage to create a country scene.
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Hang a rope swing with a wooden bench seat from the top of the cage. Add tiny artificial flowers and a miniature picnic blanket on the floor of the cage.
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Attach an assortment of colorful helium balloons to the outside of the cage to celebrate a birthday or some other festive occasion. Fill a dish of candy and place it inside of the cage.
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Attach crystals and beads along the bottom edge of the cage. Attach the beads with thin crafting wire.
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Set the canary cage on the patio to hold napkins during a party. Place the napkins inside of the cage and decorate the outside with ribbons. For example, red, white and blue ribbons can be used for a Fourth of July celebration.
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