Birds have always been a source of inspiration for designers, and more and more contemporary entertaining products featuring modern bird graphics and silhouettes seem to be taking flight! (Pun intended.) Here are a few favorites within this tried-and-true design trend...

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Tweats Melamine Plates - $36/set of 4)
The floral bird designs on these durable melamine plates are both modern and feminine at the same time. A fun way to dress up your tabletop - or your walls!

Pictured below: fabulous bird-themed entertaining finds from Etsy...

1. Pretty Reversible Apron for Little Girls ($28)

...a super cute gift idea for your favorite pint-sized hostess. This reversible apron is sized for little girls - but I'd definitely be up for donning an adult-sized version!

2. Hungry Yellow Birds Vendor Apron ($16)
The fabulous black and yellow color palette on this multi-purpose apron makes the modern bird silhouette pattern really pop.

3. Birds in Flight Letterpress Coasters ($12/set of 8) -  These chic, hand-printed coasters are a super stylish hostess gift idea! Each piece has a slightly different pattern and is printed on heavy coaster stock.

4. Modern/Retro Bird Mobile ($45)
Swoon! This adorable, made-to-order mobile can be customized with your favorite color scheme! This would make for fantastic party decor and a contemporary bird-themed baby shower... not to mention a wonderful, unique gift. Am I too old to have this hanging above my desk?

5. Little Birds Party Favors
Have you ever seen a party favor quite this cute? Each little birdie comes with your choice of personalized "Occasion Ribbons" tailored specifically for baby showers, congrats, birthday messages, etc. - or just solid "boutique ribbons" if you prefer to keep it simple.  Better yet - they're available in 18 different colorways, so it should be easy to find an option that matches your party's color scheme. I'm thinking that these would be perfect favors to compliment a baby shower featuring the Modern/Retro Bird Mobile! (Available at giftsdefine.com. Call for pricing; volume discounts available.)

Pictured below: simple & chic bird-themed finds...

1. Cafemug Trees by Shinzi Katoh ($18)

This sweet mug and stackable mini-dish set dons simple bird and tree illustrations and the cute phrase "we love the four seasons in our forest..."

2. Sweet Bird on a Tree Vessel ($24)
This tiny & unique ceramic vessel is a perfect container your favorite little things... in the desk, kitchen, or office.

3. Ceramic Pigeon Vases ($45-$60)
These chubby little birds by San Franciso artist J. Mendicino are way too cute... 'nough said!

4. Shake-a-Leg Salt and Pepper Shakers ($52)
This tabletop duo by Perch is a little bit humorous, a little bit artsy, and guaranteed to be a big topic of conversation!