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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Put a Bird on It” is a common card of the Memes World series 73, number 21710 of the collection, and the 31st best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Put a Bird on It” meme mean?
The expression satirizes the belief that a bird motif automatically makes an item original or aesthetically valuable. It highlights irony regarding the commodification of indie design and elitist products. Users employ it to point out that minimal decoration does not equal true creativity, while simultaneously embracing the hipster aesthetic itself.
Where does the “Put a Bird on It” meme come from?
The sketch originates from the American satirical series Portlandia, created by Fred Armisen and Carrie Brownstein. It features Bryce Shivers (Armisen) and Lisa Eversman (Brownstein), decorators who attach bird silhouettes to ordinary items like teapots or bags. Aired in the pilot episode on IFC, the sketch appeared in early January 2011, with sources citing either January 21 or 28. Brownstein notes birds became a visual shorthand for “cool” art. The formula critiques the devaluation of independent design and the proliferation of avian patterns on Etsy.
- 2011Airing of the Portlandia pilot episode featuring the sketch on IFC.
How to use the “Put a Bird on It” meme
- Slap a bird on that tote bag to make it look artsy.
- They put a duck on their menu, classic Put a Bird on It.
- This ironic t-shirt features the cult catchphrase from the Portlandia sketch.
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The “Put a Bird on It” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21710 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 73 |
| Fame | 66/100 · #31 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Put a Bird on It” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Put a Bird on It comes out of the Memes World series 73 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
Put a Bird on It meaning?
The phrase mocks the idea that bird motifs make objects artistic. It criticizes the superficiality of hipster design trends.
Who is Bryce Shivers Portlandia?
Bryce Shivers is the character played by Fred Armisen in the sketch. He portrays a decorator obsessed with birds.
Where did Put a Bird on It come from?
The phrase comes from the Portlandia pilot sketch aired in January 2011. It satirizes hipster decor trends.
Put a Bird on It real or fake?
The sketch is real and part of the Portlandia pilot episode. The phrase has become a popular internet meme.
How do I get the Put a Bird on It meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Put a Bird on It” is a common card of the Memes World series 73. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Put a Bird on It card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Put a Bird on It | Know Your Meme · Tracking down the real sites used in ‘Portlandia’ · Put a Bird On It! - Portlandia 2011 - SketchTV.lol - The Sketch ... · checked on October 15, 2026.
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