Tuesday, August 11, 2009

White Wednesday



These are close ~ up photos of a IRON {and I mean thick and heavy IRON} birdhouse "condo" I have owned for twenty years.

I bought it at an Illinois' auction, but was from Missouri originally. I knew the auction consignors, and they traveled the country finding the most incredible stuff.



There are 4 cute little doorways and the inside is divided into 4 "units".



And just in case birds CAN read the For Rent notice is painted on the roof.

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  1. BunnymAugust 11, 2009 at 10:25 AM

    Hello, stumbled upon your blog and I love it. I too collect junk...errrr...treasures. It all started many years ago as a child looking in peoples trash cans in the alley ways...lol. And the wire twistie thingys...great idea. I will simply have to visit again.

    tootles,
    bunny

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  2. FlossAugust 11, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    What a condo! I had a friend who built an owl house and put it up in his garden with a 'For sale - would suit young couple' sign on it. I think it was quickly occupied!

    I shall try to follow up this White Wednesday, although I mostly go for cream myself (too much of a coward to cope with spills, I think).

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  3. Lauralee Beth Torchia ProvenzoAugust 11, 2009 at 12:16 PM

    That is really cool.

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  4. MayaAugust 11, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    So adorable. A qualtiy construction to last.

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  5. blushing roseAugust 11, 2009 at 1:36 PM

    How wonderful ! TTFN ~Marydon

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  6. Julie@beingRUBYAugust 11, 2009 at 4:08 PM

    FOR RENT. How cute. I'll let you know if I need to move anytime soon!! x Julie

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  7. Blondie's JournalAugust 11, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    This is one GREAT birdhouse! I love it! Anything made out of a different material than normally used just makes my heart beat faster. I love the stairs and the nice way it has rusted. How fabulous to own this!!

    xoxo
    Jane

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  8. Lori R.August 11, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    I bet birds take up residency fast in that charmer!!!

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  9. annies homeAugust 11, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    I love the for rent sign

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  10. AnnieAugust 12, 2009 at 5:29 AM

    Good Morning!
    Love your bird theme! Thanks for letting us "fly" with you.

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  11. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsAugust 12, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    Beautiful birdhouse! I can just imagine peeking into those and seeing all the "renters" snuggled in.

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  12. Julie MarieAugust 12, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    I love both of your posts, I was not aware of the Feathered Friends Blog Party, how fun, I love birds and All God's Creatures...

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  13. JennyAugust 12, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    Thanks for sharing your fun and unusual birdhouse. I'd love to have that one!

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  14. RebeccaAugust 12, 2009 at 1:53 PM

    Hi Joan
    The bird house is incrediable...very cool. Also loved your post on the feathered friends. Wonderful pictures
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  15. cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.comAugust 12, 2009 at 4:15 PM

    This is the cutest bird house I've ever seen. Little stairs to climb up.



    cindy-stitches-n-stuff.blogspot.com

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  16. Miss Gracie's HouseAugust 12, 2009 at 5:26 PM

    Cute, rusty birdhouse!
    Rene'

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  17. JuneAugust 12, 2009 at 6:41 PM

    Don't let the birds in my garden see that gem, they will ditch their digs here pretty fast.
    I love it!
    Smiles,
    June

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  18. Marsi @ The Cottage CheeseAugust 13, 2009 at 1:54 PM

    Your bird condo is amazing! I envy this special piece. I've never seen anything quite like it.

    P.S. I posted some pics from the 127 Corrider Sale (aka world's longest yard sale) a few days ago:

    http://cottagecheesevintage.blogspot.com/2009/08/fun-stuff-at-127-corridor-sale.html#comments

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  19. Jenny @ Words on WendhurstAugust 19, 2009 at 7:23 PM

    Too bad I am not a bird. That would be one cool house. .:-)

    Jenny
    Words On Wendhurst

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