I’m ready for spring & these little bird nests in flower pots are the perfect way to bring spring time into my space!
I had 3 birds nests from last year, I bought 3 clay pots with mouths a tad bigger than my nests. Using watered-down craft paint in off-white I painted the pots to give them an aged effect. (It soaks in so I painted it twice and rubbed a bit off until it had the look I wanted,)
I had 3 kinds of moss leftover from my Spring Moss wreath: HERE. Spanish, sheet and reindeer moss…I love moss. Using the glue-gun I added some sheet moss to the edges of the pot, some Spanish moss to the nests…
Glue-gunned the nest into top of pot, tipping forward just a bit, and tucked in reindeer moss here there and everywhere, filling in any gaps.
Then cutting a bit of burlap and fraying it, I used Mod Podge to wrap it around the pot. Then tied a bit of twine around the whole thing…
Just some spring-time for my table…
If I had used smaller nests and pots I would have made 5 for a centerpiece. Also, little ones would be such nice party favors for your Easter party!
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Have a delightful day my friends!
xo
Susan says
March 27, 2011 at 10:27 amThese are beautiful! I’m gonna try them myself! Adorable!
Susan @ homeroad.net
[email protected] Stroll thru Life says
March 27, 2011 at 10:37 amThese look fabulous. I love the pots aged and the nests are perfect. They look wonderful arranged on the tray. Gorgeous. Hugs, Marty
Eileen says
March 27, 2011 at 10:40 amWhat a wonderful idea Robin! I think I would like making them with miniature baskets too. The moss adds the perfect touch. :0)
Anna @ Blissful Whimsy says
March 27, 2011 at 11:32 amThese are so cute and sweet :o)
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
March 27, 2011 at 12:42 pmI love them, Robin! What a great idea and I like how you did three on a tray on your table. Perfect and simple Spring time touch! I’ve got the nests and eggs, but not the pots {I should check the shed though}. Like you, I’ve got small bits of all kind of moss in my craft closet. This is a perfect project to use those little leftovers up.
Diane @ home sweet homemade says
March 27, 2011 at 12:44 pmThey are fabulously adorable and you’re right – perfect for a centerpiece or little place settings or favors. Love them!
Joyce - Quilted Nest says
March 27, 2011 at 1:00 pmJust found a real bird’s nest yesterday. Hope you don’t mind of I do something similar. Thanks for the inspiration! If I blog about it – I’ll link to your post!
Sharon - Merry Heart says
March 27, 2011 at 5:39 pmThese are too adorable! Thanks so much for sharing Robin, I love them 🙂
Vivienne @ The V Spot says
March 27, 2011 at 5:50 pmThese are adorable! I love simple and fresh… these definitely fit the bill!
Tina says
March 27, 2011 at 7:47 pmLovely bird nests! Thanks for the tips.
Carmen @ Life with Sprinkles on Top says
March 27, 2011 at 11:05 pmThese are very cute! I love all three together.
Gail says
March 28, 2011 at 6:16 amOh Robin, I love them! What a great idea. I have lots of clay pots and some birds nest. I just might have to make some for the porch. Thanks for sharing and for the inspiration.
Enjoy your day,
Gail
janet metzger says
March 28, 2011 at 8:04 amSo sweet!!! I love those and they look so easy to make. I have some special pale blue real eggs I have been saving (blown clean) and this is the perfect way to showcase them.
Thank you for sharing with us.
have a wonderful week
Janet xox
http://theemptynest-janet.blogsp[ot.com/
Melissa says
March 28, 2011 at 8:32 amVery pretty…I like the burlap – extra special touch.
Kathleen Ellis says
March 28, 2011 at 8:56 amThese little nests are adorable, Robin! I love how you put them on the tray for your table! Happy Magnificent Monday!
;-D Kathleen
Shelia says
March 28, 2011 at 9:02 amHi Robin! Oh, how darling and very springy! Thanks for sharing how to do this too. Oh, I will link up with you for Wednesday. I didn’t know if my post would really count for some of the parties but if say I can…I’ll be there! 😉
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Katie says
March 28, 2011 at 10:04 amWHAAAAT, this is like something from a magazine!! So adorable, they make my heart warm.
Ruby Showalter says
March 28, 2011 at 12:41 pmRidiculously cute & so springy!!! i might have to make one of these myself (= blessings!
laxsupermom says
March 28, 2011 at 4:55 pmLove these little pots! They’re so cute! I’ve been using lots of moss in my spring decorating, too. Thanks for sharing.
yvette says
March 28, 2011 at 9:32 pmA wonderful Spring idea. Very Crafty!
Angie @ The Country Chic Cottage says
March 29, 2011 at 12:44 pmHere from the Crafterminds facebook group! This is so cute!! 🙂 Love it!
Sue says
March 29, 2011 at 11:42 pmHi Robin,
Very sweet little nests. Thanks for hosting a fun party each week.
Have a great day tomorrow.
Sue
TidyMom says
March 30, 2011 at 9:31 amRobin I LOOOOOVE these!!! so sweet!! Thanks for hosting another week of fabulousness!!
Ruth says
March 31, 2011 at 9:41 amI love this idea. They turned out so cute. Moss, burlap and nests~you can’t go wrong.
Would love to have you visit my blog.
Ruth
Lynda says
April 1, 2011 at 8:59 amWOW! That’s beautiful! It looks like a cupcake from a garden =)
Love it! Happy Spring and thanks for sharing!
😀 Lynda
Tanya @ Make The Best Of What's Around says
April 3, 2011 at 2:48 pmThat is so pretty! Great job =)
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
April 6, 2011 at 9:44 pmThese are so cute! I love the natural feel.
Pattie @ On Hollyhock Farm says
April 23, 2011 at 8:39 amI love these! I NEED to make these NOW! Thanks for sharing. 8>)
Tami Hook says
April 23, 2011 at 10:13 pmOh, I love these so much. They are gorgeous. So happy I found your blog!
alexaminer68 says
June 1, 2011 at 9:53 pmLovely bird nests.Thanks for your sharing
kathy says
June 29, 2011 at 3:27 pmWhere do you get the eggs, or how do you make them?
Robin says
July 5, 2011 at 3:47 pmKathy…I got the eggs at Michael’s or JoAnn’s Craft stores but you can get them online…I googled and found this and lots of other sites: http://www.harveyshobbyhut.com/shop/category.aspx?catid=321