Most of us have a standard issue mailbox sitting out in our yard, but I love seeing homeowners who take things up a notch with creative spins on their boxes.
All of the examples below can definitely fit into that category! Can you just imagine the look on a postal worker's face when they see the giant animal surrounding the home's mailbox in #4? Or how about some of the hilarious ways people have upcycled their old appliances?
The themes range from nerdy sci-fi to outdoorsy fisherman. They've all totally inspired me to let a little bit of my own personality shine through my mailbox, too.
Would you ever give your mailbox a unique upgrade like these? Have you already shown off your family's creative side with an idea not listed below?
Tell us all about it in the comments at the very end, and be sure to SHARE these awesome mailbox creations with your friends and family!
1. Manatee
What a cheerful greeting for the postal worker!
2. Microwaves
You have to admit, this is definitely creative.
3. Mini-House Replica
The details on the house are amazing, but I especially love the adorable flowers underneath.
4. Horse
This silver steed is sure to protect any important parcels.
5. Cat Painting
I have a feeling this is art imitating life when this gorgeous cat sees the mail person walk up.
6. Enterprise from Star Trek
Set phasers to stun when the mail carrier shows up on this route!
7. Octopus
I love the vibrant blue paint they used for this lanky sea creature.
8. Castle
Fun fact: This is the actual mailbox of Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin!
9. Snoopy
This one has to be my favorite of them all — who doesn't love Snoopy?
10. Robot
This rusty tin man doesn't need any oil to get his job done.
11. Fish Tank
If you look closely, you can see super cute little eyes on the starfish!
12. Fire Hydrant
I'm sure the department filled out all the proper permits for this use of the hydrant.
13. Dragon
OK, I would be a bit nervous about delivering any packages to this box.
14. TV Camera
This is such an awesome way to upcycle old tech!
15. Golf Ball
The tee makes this golf fan's mailbox a hole-in-one hit.
16. Giant Fishing Lure
There's definitely a fisherman (or woman) reeling in the mail from this box.
Do you have a creative mailbox sitting outside your own home? Let us know in the comments, and be sure to SHARE all the fun ideas with your friends!