This garland is filled with sparkly, metallic, and patterned paper birds in neutral shades of gold, tan, and brown. These winged, flying birdies will brighten your day or your special event!

Length: Approx. 5'
Orientation: Horizontal or vertical, your choice!
9 Double-sided birds per strand

The birds are cut from decorative paper from India (which was originally made from recycled Tshirts), and I carefully select the mixture of patterns for each strand. The birds are double-sided and the wings can be nudged horizontally (they come assembled, i.e., already in the wing-slot, but vertical for packaging) to make them appear to be flying (if the wings remain vertical they might slip over time). The garlands are strung on complimentary colored string, and there is a loop and a complimentary-colored, faceted bead on either end of the garland so it can be strung horizontally or vertically. If you need to, you can loosen each single knot slightly to adjust a bird's position on the strand, but I don't really recommend it. I put a lot of work into each garland: they originally start as 2 flat one-sided pieces of paper!

(NOTE: These pre-made garlands differ from the DIY garland kits that I sell: https://www.etsy.com/shop/SnapdragonOriginals?section_id=18289926&ref=shopsection_leftnav_5 in that they come already strung, with 9 different patterned birds--no repeats, unless there is an intentionally repeating pattern. Each bird is double-sided, so the pattern shows no matter how the bird twists or twirls.)

I originally made similar bird garlands for my wedding decor, and they turned out beautifully. I had multiple strands of garlands hanging off a chandelier, some flying above the altar, and others strung from the windows, and doorways, etc. After the wedding, I put them up in my home. I now have birds strung across archways in my apartment. I decided other people would probably love them too!

NOTE: The specific garland you are purchasing is shown in the FIRST and SECOND photograph. The pictures in between are representative garlands that show the hanging orientation etc. of the garlands in general. Two pictures show multiple hanging garlands. You will be buying a single strand. Also, since I make these by hand, there will be minor differences between some birds, and there may be small imperfections from time to time.

If you are interested in longer garlands, specific colors, or commissioned strands, we can try to negotiate a custom order. I will cut you a discount for multiple strands (3+), please convo me for more information.

I will carefully pack the garlands in between pieces of cardboard to protect them. Each garland comes in a cellophane bag.

Interested in folk-art inspired handmade gifts? Please visit my shop at http://SnapdragonOriginals.etsy.com