How To Make Birdcage Covers Plus Easy Sewing Projects #WaverizeIt

ByTheresa Huse
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Today I’m sharing how to make birdcage covers. Have you ever used Waverly fabrics? They are a home decor fabric line. Joann Fabrics & Crafts gave me the opportunity to give Waverly fabrics a try, and think outside the box! The challenge was to create anything I wanted to sew for the home or for me.

At first I did a lot of foot tapping. Hmm, I could redo the dining room chairs. But, I have 8 and wasn’t sure if I would have quite enough to recover my dining chairs, besides I redid them last year.

Waverly Fabrics, Blossom Boutique, DearCreatives.com, Theresa Huse 2013

Foot tapping continues. I thought I could wrap the fabric around my kitchen table base to cover it. The cat, and dog has started to pull the lovely rope off the base it’s in desperate need of a redo. Again, I wan’t sure if it was quite enough fabric for that project. How will you keep it clean? Finally, I decided on making bird cage covers.

How to make bird cage covers

Sewing Bird Cage Cover Step by Step, Bird cage cover, DearCreatives.com

DIY Birdcage Covers

Instructions

  1. I used grocery bags to make the pattern, taping
    together as needed. Lay your bags or pattern paper
    against the cages, and trace the lines to make, then cut your pattern.
  2. Make each side a panel (for this cage I made one panel, one strip over the top side to side) 3 pieces total
  3. Next allow for seam allowances, and seam lines cutting it out with at least 5/8 inch to 1 inch extra when cutting your fabric out. 
  4. Cut out your fabric
  5. Pin in place together before sewing, to ensure your fitting
  6. Place over the cage, and make adjustments to fabric by pinning as needed
  7. Remove pin placement as you sew
  8. Sew the sides one by one (front and back) to the burlap strip (measured from one edge of the cage to the other) 
  9. Trim seams
  10. Turn inside out
  11. Your bird cage cover is ready to use! 

I decided on using some burlap fabric I already had in my fabrics stash, along with the Waverly fabric to let light, and air in for the birds. I pinned everything in placed, and sewing away. Then I had left over fabric so I wrapped an 8 x 10 canvas, made a zipper pouc, and a cat pillow bed. I used every last piece of that lovely Waverly Fabric. 

  •  Disclosure: I did receive Waverly Fabric to create with for the #Waverize it project.
    We hope this DIY helps you to create your own bird cage covers. 
Waverly fabric project, Theresa Huse 2013

Of course I am going to share what I made, but first I want you to know that you can make something too!!

Sorry, the contest has ended.

  • Now the results of my  Waverize It Challenge

Custom Birdcage Covers

Bird Cage Covers made with Waverly Fabrics, Bird Cage Covers, 650x Theresa Huse 2013

I added a burlap fabric in one continuous piece to be on the sides, and top connecting it to the Blossom Boutique Waverly Fabric. This allows for light, and air for the birds. We live in Central, Ca. It gets quite warm over half the year so I wanted unlined. But, you can easily line the covers to adjust for your needs if you live in colder climates.

DIY Cat Bed

Easy way to make a cat bed from fabric and using a basket.

Cat bed, zipper pouch, Waverly Fabrics, #waverize, dearcreatives.com, Theresa Huse 2013

I couldn’t get my kitty to get into the bed for the photo,  lol trust me he loves his bed. Here’s how to sew a pillow. If you want to make one. I also love my bird cage covers. My new make up case was made like this zipper pouch: How to sew a zipper pouch.

Here are a few other favorite sewing projects to sew. (wide mouth zipper pouch) (10 zipper pouches)I love how this Waverly Fabric Blossom Boutique ended up going with our home decor so well. I just might have to grab some more fabric to make living room pillows. 

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Handmade bird cage covers patterns, and supplies 

  • YUXIANLB Bird Cage Cover 25 x 17 “Universal Bird Cage Seed Catcher Soft Breathable Nylon Mesh Net Birdcage Cover Skirt for Bird Cages Bird Seed Guard for Parrot Parakeet Macaw Round Square Cages
    • 【Universal Bird Cage Cover】 The YUXIANLB bird cage cover is designed with an elastic band to ensure a secure fit around your birdcage. With an adjustable circumference of 59-87 inches and a height of 15.7 inches, it is perfect for
    $ 5.29
  • Penn-Plax Bird-Life Universal Fit Birdcage Cover – Machine Washable & Breathable Fabric – Black Color – Large Size
    • A GOOD NIGHT’S REST: Our Large Birdcage Covers provide a private and comfortable place for your pets to feel safe in their own space! They’re designed to create calmness, limit distraction, and offer a world of uninterrupted sleep. Cage covers
    $ 32.59
  • PONY DANCE Pets Product Universal Birdcage Cover Blackout & Breathable Birdcage Cover for Pets’ Good Night, Large, Black, 35 L x 25 W x 47 in H
    • STANDARD SIZE: PONY DANCE bird cage cover measures 35″L x 25″W x 47″H, suitable to universal bird cages and fitting up to 35″L x 25″W x 47″H
    • UNIQUE DESIGN: The front cover can be put up and down easily for
    $ 25.95
  • Perfitel Universal Bird Cage Cover(Black) Good Night Birdcage Cover Black-Out Birdcage Cover Durable Breathable Washable Material
    • Dimensions: The size of the Perfitel bird cage cover is 34.7 inches / 88 cm long x 24.8 inches 63 cm wide x 47 inches 120 cm high, suitable for universal bird cages.
    • High-quality fabric: Perfitel birdcage cover uses breathable,
    $ 30.37 -18%
  • Perfitel Small Bird Cage Cover(Black) Good Night Black-Out Cover for Birdcage with Roof Top Durable Breathable Washable Material (18x14x 39) inches(cage is not Included) (18 * 14 * 40, U-Shaped)
    • Dimensions: The size of the bird cage cover is 19 inches long x 15inches wide x 40 inches high, suitable for 18x14x39 inches small bird cages with Roof Top
    • High-quality fabric: Perfitel birdcage cover uses breathable, durable and non-toxic nylon
    $ 25.99
  • Black Round Dome Top Bird Cage Cover Shield,Birdcage Light Covers Skirt Accessories Screen,Parakeets Lovebirds Budgies Finches Canary Small Bird Universal Windproof Light-Proof Cage Cover(Only Covers)
    • 【You Will Get】-1 PCS black round dome top bird cage cover shield.Windproof and rain, sunshine. That can keep birds comfortable in the cage.Keep out unwanted light to help your bird get a good nights sleep.
    • 【Unique Design】-Convenient knot closures are
    $ 14.99

 

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11 Comments

  1. So cute, Theresa!! Love that floral fabric!! Wanted to let you know, too, that I received my skincare kit from Dermagist the other day – excited to give it a try!!

    1. Hi Kim, Thanks for letting me know!Hope you enjoy the products. & loved your dog crate cover.

  2. Hi Theresa, Thanks for Stopping by Crafty Allie. I’m glad you found me, because I am really enjoying your blog!
    ~Allie@http://thecraftiestallie.blogspot.com/

    1. Hi Allie, Thanks for stopping by! Glad you are enjoying the blog. I hope to see you again soon & if you didn’t already your welcome to join in the weekly parties. It’s open all week for entries.

  3. How creative! and I LOVE the fabric. You put it to good use.

    1. Hi Katy, Thanks for dropping by. Me too. Can’t wait to see your project when I get a chance to pop by.

  4. Wow those are happy birds for sure Theresa! The fabric is lovely and the covers are very cute! What a great mama you are! Thank you so much for sharing your gorgeous pet creation at the Fluster Buster Party! Come join us again next week, Lizy party co host

    1. Thanks Lizy, I didn’t know you were co hosting it. It’s hard to make it to parties each week, but I’ll try to get around more often! xo

    1. Hi Ana, Dropped by your blog & it’s lovely! Makes me wish I could travel there! All my best

  6. Thank you so much for joining All Things Pretty I hope to see you back

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