Ways With Nests

I love nature themes for my collage and card projects, so birds and nests fit right in. I'm always on the search for vintage images to use.

But I also love to decorate with bird cages and nests. I do have a small collection of both nests that I have found, and others that have been given to me.

Spanish moss makes a nice approximation. I also display shells and acorns in nests on occasion.

The nest in back, above, is natural, and the moss nest in front has natural quail eggs. I love the speckled colors.

For a long time I've displayed my nest collection high on a cabinet where it's less likely to be disturbed.

A couple of authentic nests are displayed in an antique cup and a large seashell. A rusty antique iron garden urn serves as a backdrop.

A nest for a bird theme tablescape. 

Quail eggs in nested ironstone butter pats.

Under glass.

Natural elements contrast nicely when displayed with refined finishes like lace and pink milk glass.

Hope you're having a terrific weekend!

Thanks for peekin' in!

Ciao! for now!

Jacqueline

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for bird/nests projects!