A monthly post to (hopefully) inspire you to look at old things in a new way.
It's For the Birds
Bird Baths
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| A simple birdbath made using the frame from a lampshade, and an old light fitting. Source |
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| My favourite, using an old washtub and a pump to keep the water moving. A series of DIY photos found here will show how it was constructed. |
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Not the best photo but you get the idea. Vintage hand basin |
 A simple structure of branches and bowls makes for a unique birdbath. Tutorial here.  A new use for old dishes. You can find the tutorial here. |
Bird Houses
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An old letter box re-purposed as a bird house would add charm to any garden. Source |
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| (No longer in business) Source |
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Old boots given new life as a bird's nest. Source |
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old pot and an aged piece of timber make a |
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I
can't think of a better way to use an old watering can. |
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Made
up from old bits and pieces this bird house would look |
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Terracotta pots can be used for a lot more than holding plants, but none as sweet as a home for baby birds. Source |
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Reuse old coffee/formula cans and turn them into bird feeders. Source |
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What
a lovely way to reuse that chipped or broken teacup 
Do
you have any old globe light fittings lying around? See you next month for another round of Repurpose - Reuse – Recycle. Disclaimer: I try to give credit to the owners of all the images I use, sometimes this is not possible, those images where the source is unknown will be assumed to be in the public domain. If you are the owner of any of these images (source unknown) and would like them removed or credit added, please let me know |
