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Chick out these genius storage, gardening, and decor ideas.

The next time you go thrifting, flea market shopping, or pickin', keep your eyes out for chicken nesting boxes. Yes, chicken nesting boxes! Wooden or galvanized metal chicken nesting boxes (also available on Amazon) aren't just for your backyard—they actually look great inside your home. Come up with your own DIY project or take a cue from one of these clever decor and storage ideas that are sure to ruffle your feathers.

Carve out a corner or nook and create a cozy reading area by using nesting boxes to house all your books and magazines.

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Store wet and muddy boots and shoes in one of these units in your garage or back porch.

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Whether you're using it for serious storage, or just to display beautiful trinkets, a wooden set of boxes adds charm and character to an empty hallway.

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Why spend thousands of dollars on custom built-ins, when you can get the same sort of storage with this farm find?

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Highlight your favorite glasses, pitchers, or any kitchen collectible in a hanging unit.

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Keep one on your porch, and you've got the perfect place to house pumpkins in the fall, Christmas decor in the winter, fresh flowers in spring, and more seasonal greenery in the summer.

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Store seeds, soil, gardening tools, pots, and everything else you may need to garden in these galvanized pieces.

Get the tutorial at Miss Mustard Seed.

Don't have the money to drop on an antique hutch or large focal piece for your dining room? Situate nesting boxes over an older dresser, buffet table, or whatever else you may own, and you'll have instant storage and height.

Get the tutorial at Junque Cottage.

Blogger Ana White constructed her very own set of nesting boxes to neatly house children's toys and games. For families and grandparents, it's both a functional, practical piece that embodies rustic, country style.

Get the plans at Ana White.