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4/22/11

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I seriously must single handedly have the largest collection of crocheted trims, table cloths & embroidered pieces ever amassed. Even more so, because I hardly ever use any of it! I did make a cover for this bird cage awhile back.... I think it turned out rather cute. The chippy bird cage and stand I picked up at a yard sale for $15.
This next bird cage was needing a cover as well... I just stitched the edges of a long rectangle piece of fabric which I added vintage crocheted trim to the edges of. Easy peasy...I have one of my beloved images that I simply treasure that I've made into a fairy inside the cage... I call him "Sweet Pete" I have him sitting on the swing inside the cage. I have over 30 bird cages of different sizes and shapes through out my home.... I know right?.... I think a few more cages might be getting some crocheted trim added to them as well.
I've linked up to Freckled Laundries textile linky party, and Beverly's Pink Saturday linky party.
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20 comments:

  1. ImagiMeriApril 22, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Hi Cheryl,

    What a pretty idea, and my goodness.....over 30 bird cages??? Anytime you wanna' unload some, let me know.

    Hugs,
    Meri

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  2. {oc cottage}April 22, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    Gorgeousness!

    m ^..^

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  3. ShabbyprimdelightsApril 22, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Hi Cheryl ...love the idea of lace on a birdcage...very unique.
    I am now following your sweet blog also.
    Happy Easter & HPS
    Michelle xox

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  4. Marie ArdenApril 22, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I have the bird cage collecting gene too but I only have about 7 and one has real birds. My pink Bourke's parakeet would love to be in a pink cage I think.

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  5. FABBY'S LIVINGApril 22, 2011 at 6:40 PM

    I love cages...when our girls where small we had a big one, full of birds, parrots and singing birds...it was so nice to hear the chirping in the morning as we walk up!
    Have a blessed Easter.
    FABBY

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  6. stefanieApril 22, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    oh, just beautiful, I love that shade of pink!!

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  7. UnknownApril 22, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Beautiful!

    Happy Easter!

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  8. Maison MuttApril 22, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    I love your birdcage idea & completely understand your vintage fabric (some say hording..I say COLLECTING) 8D
    Happy Pink Saturday from your newest folower (how could i NOT follow a blog called Artsy Fartsy....still giggling)
    Niki

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  9. Stephanie Suzanne DesignsApril 23, 2011 at 12:45 AM

    Cheryl,

    I could just die...I want a cage like that! The one that I've found they want $60 for it...how lucky for you to find it at that price. I might be able to compare with your stash when it comes to old linens, crochet and vintage and new fabric.... :0)

    Pink Sparkles,
    Stephanie ♥

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  10. Lynne MoncrieffApril 23, 2011 at 4:11 AM

    Hi
    Oh my word, this is so adorable. Love everything about your creation.
    Happy Pink Saturday.
    Lynne

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  11. OliviaApril 23, 2011 at 5:56 AM

    Cheryl, Ohhhh I love linens and your pink birdcage is darling! I never thought about putting a cover over a birdcage. Very cool! Happy Easter.
    Hugs,
    Olivia

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  12. UnknownApril 23, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    What an elegant touch to that charming bird cage, Cheryl.

    Have a beautiful Easter ~
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  13. Tami @ Creative girl VintageApril 23, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    Cheryl, that bird cage is the best and I love the cover you made!!Happy Spring and Happy Easter...xo Tami

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  14. GlennisApril 23, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Such a creative idea, and a good use of your textiles. I love it.

    Happy Pink Saturday!

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  15. Bluebirds and RosesApril 23, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Thank you for sharing..Happy Pink Saturday & Easter...

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  16. CindyApril 23, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    I like what you made for the birdcages. Very pretty!

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  17. Diane MarsApril 23, 2011 at 11:56 PM

    Thank you for the well wishes, we are thrilled! Happy Easter to you too! Hugs, Diane ~ I'm your newest follower here~

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  18. AnonymousApril 24, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    Girl, you are so clever. Love that idea! And I am so jealous. I am looking and looking for a bird cage stand. I should be so lucky to find one at a yard sale...I can only hope. Hope you had a glorious Easter weekend. :)

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  19. JudyApril 26, 2011 at 8:11 AM

    I love your little bird cage (what a bargain you got!!) and how you decorated it with the doilies! Good job! Thanks for sharing!

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  20. UnknownApril 28, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Love the cages as much as the gorgeous textiles you've added to them. Thank you so much for linking these pretty lil' things with Air Your Laundry Friday. Happy to "meet" you!

    Jami

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Chaste hugs & air kisses!
~Cheryl