Birdfeeders

With just a little cedar and some readily available supplies, you can easily build these hummingbird feeders.

Build three super bird feeders that will keep the birds coming to your backyard: the window feeder, the hanging feeder, and the platform feeder.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a thistle bird feeder made of wood, acrylic panels, 1/4 inch dowels and 1/8 inch hardware cloth. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Weâve had this bird feeder for a very long time and itâs finally succumbing to the elements. Since we are going to replace it we decided to turn it into a project for you. We like it so much we figured you might like it just as we. The nice thing about it is that it has screen in the bottom so that the rain can run through and the bird seed will dry out really good after the rain.

The entire robin shelter is made of 1/2 inch lumber except for the three inch edging strips. For a long lasting shelter box, make it out of redwood or cypress material.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bird feeder with clear sides and floor. To fill, slide the roof up the cord. The floor can also be slid out for cleaning. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a model of a bird feeder based on plans I found on the Missouri Department of Conservation website. The feeder can be build from a single 7ft, 1x6 board.

A few pieces of pine cut to the sizes indicated in the drawing will make a very inviting small feeding station for your feathered friends who stay in your vicinity during the cold winter months. The wire mesh holds enough suet to last a long time.

This is a platform feeder, it is probably my favorite type, popular with ground feeding birds, and less risk of seed spoilage than a hopper feeder.

Build the bird feeder shown on the right with just a few tools using scraps laying around your shop!

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bird feeder. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

To build this awesome bird feeder all you need is one cedar fence picket. You will also need a recycled plastic juice bottle when you are setting this up. This one can stand on its own or be hung from a tree.

This open face bird feeder is easy to build and the birds will thank you. Follow along at the link and build your own backyard feeder.

This handsome bird feeder is perfect for back yard bird watching. It is easy to clean and the clear sides helps you see when the feeder needs to be refilled. Follow the free plans at the link and have fun.

Isn't this bird feeder fun!! This bird feeder is for small birds in hopes of deterring larger birds like blue jays from raiding the feeder. Easier to make than you might think, but the job will be easier if you have a scroll saw. Follow along at the link.

Enjoy the birds up close from inside your house by hanging this window bird feeder (after you build it of course). Use the free instructions to build this fun bird feeder.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a basket for feeding suet or fruit to birds. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Constructing a wooden birdhouse including materials list, diagrams.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bird feeder that uses a 1/2 gallon jug. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bird feeder table. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a birdfeeder and is set up so that small birds (ie: finches, nuthaches, etc.) will use it instead of large birds like jays. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

Screw a hanging hook into the top, hang the birdfeeder outside, place a birdseed block in it, and enjoy!

Use wood from your scrap pile to build this backyard bird feeder. At the link you will find the free instructions.

Even though there is lots for the birds to eat this time of year itâs still a lot of fun to feed them and watch the different species. If you put out different types of seed you will get different types of birds. Mix it up and see who comes visiting.