Do you ever find yourself with a strange affection for building materials?
Like galvanized roofing that you see potential for projects in.
Or maybe the lumber aisle that looks like boxes and crates in the making.
Or maybe it’s those cedar shingles that look like something exciting that you fall for every time.
Chicken wire is one of those things.
Yeah, it’s useful for building projects but it also is
perfect for using for random decor too and it can lead to a bit of an obsession
with it’s potential.
Like for projects like that chicken wire message board I made with an old
vintage frame and a bit of leftover wire from a project.
I thought I used most of that old chicken wire
but then… my husband planted a garden filled with squash, tomatoes & pumpkins
and the deer were enjoying it.
Nightly.
He didn’t mind sharing a plant here or there but
soon his garden was only half there.
So he brought home a roll of chicken wire to fence off the plants
so I had to clip just a few pieces off for a couple projects.
😉
The first project?
A chicken wire flower basket.
It is soo simple.
Just a few supplies and about 10 minutes
and you are done.
Here’s what you need:
Chicken wire shaped to how you would like (a cone, square, etc)
Brown paper or your choice of paper like newspaper to wrap around the bouquet
A little jar (or plastic cup if using on a glass door) to tuck inside for water for the flowers
and
a bouquet of favorite flowers
I mixed flowers that were from the past couple of weeks for a
soft romantic look for this one
It’s perfect for a welcoming bouquet on the front door
for a rustic farmhouse style wedding or event
or simply just set against the chippy paint on a vintage cupboard.
I am loving it
and
I might be making a few dozen more of them
I might be making a few dozen more of them
and
I might be obsessed
I might be obsessed
but you know…
it’s obsessed in a good way.
😉
Happy Monday
&
July 1st everyone!
Patty @ That's So Pretty says
Too cute…love that chicken wire basket!
Sunflowers With Smiles says
Courtney,
So adorable, I especially love the hanging vase for the front door!
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
Love your chicken wire basket, how cute is that. I think I need some chicken wire and get to crafting. Hugs, Marty
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style says
That is so cute!
Jacqueline~Cabin and Cottage says
Just darling! I'm sure I have a scrap or two somewhere! Happy July!
Shabby soul says
I'm a fan of chicken wire too, it's so versatile!
Lovely idea, thank you for share!
Silvia
aspiritofsimplicity says
I love this. I may have to find myself some chicken wire somewhere
Unknown says
Too cute! A front door must have now that you have shared the idea. Have to add chicken wire to my list.
Hugs, and happy today!!!
Gee
Sarah says
Very clever! I just ordered a basket much like this. I could have made one! '-) Thanks for sharing this idea. ~ Sarah
Vel Criste says
Definitely Romantic Courtney! Love it hanging over the door!
Paige Thomas King says
we made these using a mason jar, but I love the simplicity of the brown wrapping paper! here's a link to our project from a few years ago . . . http://hodgepodge-home.blogspot.com/2008/10/fall-decorating.html
Thanks for the fresh idea!
Ricki Treleaven says
Very sweet, Courtney. I hope you have a Happy Fourth!
xo,
RJ
Unknown says
That's very pretty. I love the kraft paper you used inside the basket too. 🙂
Mom E. says
I have some chicken wire…..I found it on the farm…but I have to paint today….I am avoiding it, can you tell?
I wish painting only took a few items and ten minutes….I better get to work and play later!
Hearts to you,
Betsy
Val says
You need to open up a business. I need you to be my interior decorator.
Katie Mansfield says
I love chicken wire! That is so cute.
At Rivercrest Cottage says
what a great idea. I love all your wire projects, especially that memo board.
Burlap Luxe says
Thank you Courtney for your grace and beauty, I will most likely whip one up for my front entrance, that tussy musy floral cone is sweetly inspiring, but of course that why I visit often even if I miss a comment here and there know that I still visit.
Have a beautiful 4th.
Xx
Bisous
Doré
Barb @ The Everyday Home says
LOL, you are so funny. Its only an "obsession" if its out of control. Wait…. okay never mind. 🙂 I love chicken wire, too. I have a large roll in the shed that I am letting get nice and rusty. I love your idea of the cone shaped flower basket. I just may have to borrow that idea from you.
Happy 4th! xxoo
Anita at Cedar Hill says
What a great use of chicken wire. I love it!! I put chicken wire in the built ins at the new house. They are painting the cabinets today, BTW!! Your flowers are always so beautiful.
Sandi~A Cottage Muse says
Happy July to you too!
Doreen @ Hymns and Verses says
I just love this Courtney! I'm pinning it for future reference! Thanks for sharing with the rest of us!
Michele says
So pretty and so neat that it is so simple too.
Lovely post
Michele
Pearl 13.1
Paula Good says
I love the "vase" but especially love the framed chickenwire! Perfect to post momentoes and dry the occasional peony or rose. Fortunately, I have plenty of chickenwire, kraft paper, mason jars and wonderful old frames! Thanks also for the beautiful photos…
Tonita says
Tonita-Shabby Chic Tiny Retreat
Oh, I love this idea. I have a whole roll of really rusty chicken wire and now my mind is on overload. Thanks for the inspiring photos.
Pamela says
So truly beautiful!!
Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique says
I love when you see something in blogland and you think to yourself 'that is so simple, why didn't I think of that'. Love it to bits and I'm sure I'll borrow your idea at some time Courtney 🙂
Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home says
Suzanne of Simply Suzannes at Home
So beautiful. I love the soft hues of your flowers against your rustic hutch.
Great use for extra chicken wire!
MYSHABBYFRENCHLIFE says
So so nice idea and not too hard for me ! I have the wire (never used it and now not any excuse to realise something !!
xoxo from PARIS
Joëlle
Jeanette@Creating a Life Studio says
So cute!
Julie Nichols says
The chicken wire basket and your beautiful flowers look stunning on your black door.!!!!!
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Tanya Anurag says
Sssoooo clever!! Loved the idea and those flowers are so pretty!!
Unknown says
Beautiful DIY-love it!!!!!
Jamie-So Much Better With Age says
You had me at chicken wire 😉 I love these projects and well, everything about your home!
Hugs,
Jamie
The Charm of Home says
So cute and practical! What a great idea.
Sherry
curiositaellya says
Very pretty…!!
Ellya
Anne says
What a pretty way to use chicken wire!Beautiful flowers too!
xx
Anne
Tammy N says
This is so cute. Great way to show off your flowers!
Rustique Restoration says
LOVE this idea.. you are so creative! And a great selection of flowers too! xo Jen