Since taking a recent trip to a national park where we saw antler sheds, I've been obssessed with them. A family of deer ran by us not 10 minutes before I shot this photo. When I explained to my son the process of how deer shed their antlers, he was fascinated.
Natural antler sheds are a great addition to a nature table. You can also incorporate them into your decor to add a woodland touch to any child's space. Here are a few examples:
1. Shed antlers
3. Woodland-themed boy's nursery
(1. Janie Lee; 2-4. Image credits provided in links.)
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Just to remind everyone, it's generally illegal to take any natural object from a national park--including bones and antlers. I used to work for at Yellowstone, and have seen rangers pull over vehicles with antlers asking to see a receipt of sale or other proof that the antlers came from outside the park. I've also seen rangers confiscate antlers from hikers returning from the backcountry.
We got this toothbrush holder in white for our bathroom. Our son LOVES it, and so does everyone who comes over. It can suction to a mirror or tiles, or be hung with a nail. It's very sturdy and super fun!
http://www.amazon.com/Decor-Craft-17896-Toothbrush-Holder/dp/B0026D3NYE
popsicle:
That's a good point! To be clear, we did not take the antler sheds in the first photo. They were part of a please touch exhibit at the national park.
janie
Amazing. We're a hunting family so animal bones and pelts are pretty common decor but I love to see other people appreciating it. Antlers from moose and deer are also great door handles or drawer pulls. Great tactile for little hands.