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Beautiful Birdcage T-Shirt Craft
In the Designer's Words: "Transform an old shirt and wire coat hangers into these gorgeous fabric birdcages. Lovely easy craft, they make a great home decoration and gift. These are so easy to make cost almost nothing and can be personalised by using a favourite old shirt. They make for a lovely spring decoration."
Using recycled crafts and upcycled home décor ideas is a fabulous and fun way to add some dimension and interest to your space. While plastic jug organizers and wine bottle crafts will always have a place in our hearts, recycled art projects that use materials in a brand new way will always top the list. If you are looking to really dress your home décor to impress, consider creating this funky and eclectic Beautiful Birdcage T-Shirt Craft! These t-shirt crafts are created using old tees, wire hangers, Mod Podge, and an old dish or cardboard.
This adorable piece of DIY home décor is perfect for those who long for a pet, but just do not have the time. Create this DIY craft, find a faux bird you adore, and hang your tweet-free friend up anywhere in your home. This project would look especially cute in a nursery or front porch, too!
Estimated Cost$11-$20
Time to CompleteIn an evening
MaterialsFabric, Recycled Materials
Primary TechniqueGreen Crafting
SeasonSpring
Project TypeMake a Project
Materials List
- 2 Wire coat hangers
- Fabric scraps or old shirt
- Duct tape, glue and pliers
- Old small flan dish or round piece of cardboard
Instructions
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Cut your coat hangers and bend to make into a rectangular shape. Fix with duct tape.
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Cut the hook off one coat hanger and slot them together to form a cross. Secure with duct tape.
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Using glue cover all the wire with strips of fabric.
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Cover the round base with fabric and glue to the frame.
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Make a swing out of twig and twine then just add bird.
More Crafty Ideas For You
If you're a fan of creating unique and eye-catching garments like the Beautiful Birdcage T-Shirt Craft, we have some fantastic craft projects that you are sure to love. One project idea is to try your hand at fabric stamping to create custom designed t-shirts. You can use a variety of stamps, such as rubber stamps, foam stamps, or even create your own stamp designs from everyday items like sponges or vegetables. This craft is perfect for all skill levels and allows for endless creativity.
Another fun project to explore is DIY fabric painting. You can use fabric paints or markers to create your own designs on plain t-shirts. This project gives you the opportunity to experiment with different painting techniques, such as stenciling, freehand painting, or even creating ombre effects. The possibilities are endless, and you can tailor your designs to suit any season or occasion.
For those looking to add a bit of texture to their t-shirt creations, consider trying out fabric applique. This technique involves cutting out shapes or designs from fabric and then adhering them to your t-shirt using fusible web or stitching. Fabric applique is a great way to add dimension and interest to your garments, and you can create anything from simple geometric shapes to intricate floral patterns.
We hope these craft project ideas inspire you to continue exploring your creativity and adding your personal touch to your wardrobe. Happy crafting!
Let Us Know:
If you were to make this project, what kind of bird would you put in this faux birdcage? An owl? A parrot?
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Heidi Lorene
Mar 21, 2016
Oh this looks like a fun craft to do with my 11 year old. What kind of glue would be recommended for this? Woild hot glue work? Also does the width of the fabric strips matter? I cant wait to try this thanks
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