Chicken wire might have a name that labels it for one use–a chicken coop–but it is much more versatile than the name suggests! Chicken wire is fantastic in a lot of rustic home decor applications. To prove it, here are 13 shabby chic things you can make with chicken wire. Prepare to be amazed!
1.I simply adore this hanging fruit basket brought to you by ScoutMob. You can purchase one there, or use it as inspiration to craft one of your own–it’s totally doable!
2. Wrapping them in chicken wire completely elevates these candle lanterns to something unique and special.
3. Can you believe the amazing shabby chic look of this chicken wire lampshade? This one is spray painted white, but you could leave it plain or use any other color you like.
4. I love this unique candle cover from Sa Vitt Jag Vet! I would never have thought of this myself.
5. Wire baskets are a given, but go a little out of the ordinary and make one for your flower pots. It transforms the whole look!
6. This chicken wire centerpiece could easily be adapted all year long for any holiday. Just add pinecones and berries for Christmas!
7. Pendant lights made from chicken wire add a definite shabby chic flair to your kitchen.
8. With chicken wire and moss, you can easily make a DIY floral wall sconce. Hang it on your front door or on any wall inside your home.
9. Over at Must Love Junk, a picture frame filled with chicken wire makes the perfect shabby chic backdrop for a wood clock.
10. One of my favorite uses for chicken wire is for shabby chic memory boards like these from A Subtle Revelry.
11. If you love the look of shabby chic jewelry, you can make this simple chicken wire bracelet in only minutes.
12. Make an incredibly simple vase by cutting a section of chicken wire and rolling it together. {Be sure to use gloves!} It’s the perfect home for a dried arrangement of wildflowers.
13. This pumpkin is fashioned from nothing more than chicken wire and some twine. It’s perfect for your Fall home decor!
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