Birdhouses

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple birdhouse you can build for less than $5. 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.

Follow the clear how-to photos and study the drawing and the cutting list to build our project exactly, or personalize it with the details you want: a stone chimney, some shutters or cedar shingles.

Build a whimsical birdhouse with these free instructions as well as a downloadable pattern.

These tall and lanky birdhouses are perfect for not so deep shelves in your home and have a warm country look to them. These are crafted within a day and easy to make for novice sawers.

I will explain the basic steps of building a turned birdhouse. Once you understand the process, try designing and building your own birdhouse.

In the spring it is time to start thinking about those little birdies. They are going to be looking for a nice place to set up house and we think this one is pretty neat.

Plans for constructing a house for Purple Martins.

This General Store birdhouse was made from a single 1 x 4 inch cedar fence board. Build one with these free woodworking plans.

Build this birdhouse with a single 1 x 4 x 6ft fence board (or other similar material), using your miter saw or circular saw.

We have been seeing these at street fairs and Saturday markets around the area and since we had an old license plate we decided to make our own. They are simple and a good way to use up an old license plate.

At the link you will find easy step-by-step instructions to build this backyard outhouse birdhouse.

Build a simple backyard birdhouse using these free woodworking plans.

With just some scrap wood, and about an hour of your time, you can build a wonderful birdhouse that you can enjoy all year round. You can create your birdhouses for specific types of birds, depending on the entrance hole size, the size of the birdhouse, and how high you mount or hang your birdhouse from the ground. In just a short while, you can be bird-watching right from your window!

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

This shed-roof birdhouse, sized for small birds such as wrens, chickadees, and bluebirds, incorporates bird-friendly characteristics: the deep overhang, perchless entry, openings for air circulation, and easy access to the interior for cleaning.

Start with good, clean (no paint or stains or chemicals) real solid wood (aged exterior plywood seems to be ok), preferably old stuff that has had some use and is rough.

Build this fun license plate birdhouse using these free instructions. There is an access door on the side for easy clean out after nesting season is over.

At the link you can follow along and build your own birdhouse address plaque.

This birdhouse was built using a single 6 foot 1 x 4 inch fence board. Just follow these instructions.

Build this birdhouse using a coffee can and scrap lumber you may already have on hand.

Build a unique birdhouse and incorporate a solar light in the top. Here is how to build it...

Here is a terrific birdhouse that is as enjoyable as the aroma of the mornings first pot of coffee.

Here is a quick and easy birdhouse for you to build. you could be enjoying the birds in your backyard in no time.

Although duckling production from nest boxes represents only a small percentage of that produced from natural cavities, wood duck boxes provide an excellent opportunity for anyone to become involved in wildlife management. By building, installing and maintaining nest boxes, individuals can gain insight into the interesting aspects of wood duck nesting and reproduction, while helping to boost local populations.

Add a little whimsey to your backyard after you build this birdhouse wind chime, here is how...

Free pallet wood and birdhouses add up to big country dollars by Rick Brentlinger.

You do not have to be an expert woodworker to build this design. This one-board birdhouse has a lot going for it. It is quick to make uses minimal materials and tools and boasts a sleek look.

For a birdhouse that is a little different, build this church birdhouse using these free plans.

Build this wren birdhouse using these free instructions. This one has a hinged lid for easy access.

This birdhouse is easy to build using just one board. Follow along and build a fun birdhouse for your bird watching enjoyment.