Got an old tomato cage? Don't toss it out. Here are 10 gorgeous ideas

Tomato cages have an interesting shape. Long after garden season ends, you may find yourself looking at those cages and wondering what else they can be used for. The heavy gauge wire construction makes them ideal for creating stunning projects.

You can find tomato cages in antique, junk and hardware stores. Although old ones are usually just a bare metal, new cages come coated in brilliant colors. These projects will have you searching for them everywhere you go.

Simply cut off the spiked ends and apply a coat of metallic spray paint to transform an old tomato cage into an interesting plant stand. The modern look showcases the simple design of the tomato cage.

Topiaries can be expensive and take up a lot of storage room in your attic. The video below solves this problem by demonstrating how to transform an old tomato cage into a fall leaves topiary. You can easily create and then deconstruct them once the season has ended. These festive tomato cage topiaries create a beautiful glow in a living room but can be used outside as well. ​

Got an old tomato cage lying around? Why not turn it into family and friends fun by transforming the cage into a game? The following project by Design Dazzle proves just how creative you can be with tomato cages. Backyard gatherings or outdoor picnics will never be the same.

Unique lighting fixtures add a touch of elegance to any setting. The video below demonstrates how to create an expensive looking rustic chandelier with just a tomato cage, some wood and hardware. In just a few hours, you can create a unique lighting addition to any patio or garden.

This tomato cage card holder makes artwork of the holiday cards you receive. A fresh coat of paint and added yarn make it something you can proudly display in any room. You can even customize it to fit your holiday décor.

Ashleigh@Sincerely crafted a functional work of art using a rusty, old tomato cage and an old lamp. She removed the wiring from the old lamp and placed it inside the tomato cage. The end result is a standing lamp with a modern, industrial appeal.

You can upcycle a tomato cage by using just a portion of the cage. This is a great idea for damaged or bent cages. Spoonful of Pretty used just the wide portion of a tomato cage as the base for her simplistic basket.

By adding a round wooden top to a trimmed tomato cage, you can build your own patio table, which also looks good indoors beside a chair. This charming table will have your friends taking a closer look.

Older tomato cages were often crafted from various types of metal panels. The vintage ones featured here are heavier and larger than the newer ones found in hardware and garden stores. Although there is no tutorial, Dehn Bloom Design provides plenty of inspiration.

Christmas light displays can be very expensive -- and you only use them once a year. You can create your own using a tomato cage and a few strands of outdoor Christmas lights.