11) Wine Bottle Bird Feeder
We believe that the art of being a DIYer is so enchanting because of the limitless resources you can utilize while enjoying the process of crafting. That’s why we all agree this wine bottle bird feeder can be a fantastic option.
Most of us do already have plenty of useless bottles left behind. Even though this particular build is made out of a wine bottle, you can easily repurpose just any other glass bottle you have available.
We like this bird feeder for yet another reason. It is a self-filling one, utilizing the power of gravity. Apart from an empty bottle, you will need an average of 4 feet pressure treated deck boards, which fit into 1×6 in size.
When it comes to the difficulty of this DIY plan, we’d say it can be suitable for beginners, too but you need to be mindful about sharp glass pieces while scoring the bottle.
12) Log Cabin Bird Feeder
I don’t know about you but whenever I see a log style bird feeder, I get the same feeling in my tummy as if it’s my birthday; that’s how much I adore these tiny wooden masterpieces.
Besides, creating a log cabin bird feeder design gives you plenty of room to play with your imagination and make it a good match for your skills.
Plus, we love that this particular DIY build plan makes use of simple materials and only hand tools, which makes the process a pure joy.
The list of tools needed include a hammer, a tenon saw, a knife, a hand saw, a staple gun, a hatchet, and some glue.
Meanwhile, if you are still a novice in working with wood, you will not be limited by lack of instruments. This log cabin bird feeder is built with the use of simple wooden sticks, collected from the forest, along with old pallets.
13) Log Bird House
This log birdhouse can be made by anyone, and it makes use of a simple log, which is skillfully transformed into a lovely bird feeder.
However, keep in mind that you will need to utilize the right set of tools. Thus, if you are only limited to hand tools, this might not be the best DIY bird feeder plan for you.
We do also find a minor disadvantage in this bird feeder design which must be taken into consideration before you get down to work. The roof is not removable.
With this in mind, cleaning the birdhouse can become a tedious task, even though not an impossible one. One more thing we would change about this design is the low hole. It is essential to place the hole a little higher.
And while these 2 minor disadvantages are easy to fix, we also think this bird feeder lacks proper ventilation.
14) DIY Birdhouse from a Log
Another DIY birdhouse made from a log kicks in, and it is adorable! If you enjoy working with power tools instead of hand tools, we think this project will catch your attention very quickly.
Depending on your level of experience, we think this build plan can take anything from a day to a weekend, or even a whole week if your free time is limited.
Personally, I love the cute roof, made out of small branches you can find in the forest.
The birdhouse design itself lacks some details, though, such as a reliable ventilation. However, this is fixable as you can easily add more holes on the sides.
One more word of caution we have for this DIY project is the use of adhesive, which many birds simply dislike. If you want to attract more of our feathery buddies to your birdhouse, you’d better switch adhesive for nails instead.
15) Hand-Carved Log Bird House
This hand-carved log birdhouse is specially listed with a mind to those who do not want or simply do not have access to power tools.
Instead, you only need simple hand tools and a log to create this tiny birds’ paradise. However, keep in mind that in order to accomplish this project, you will have to put a big amount of time, as well as hand sawing, which is not to be underestimated.
Personally, I love to use my hand saw but since I have some serious pains in the back, I can’t always go for that option.
Apart from that word of caution, we find the video tutorial amazingly explicit and comprehensive. When it comes to the final results of the build, we can’t find a single disadvantage to this excellent accomplishment.
We think this hand-carved log birdhouse will be a delightful addition to both your house and the lucky birds around.
16) 2 Cent Birdhouse
First off, we want to make things straight from the start) this 2 cent birdhouse will not cost you 2 cents to accomplish, although it is an extremely affordable option.
The reason why it’s named a 2 cent birdhouse is that the roof is made by utilizing 2 cent coins to create this beautiful copper roof, which also gradually changes its color in time.
Personally, I am determined to apply this smart roof design to the next birdfeeder I craft. However, there are also some disadvantages to this build, which include the lack of proper drainage and ventilation.
I know many of you don’t feel bothered by this disadvantage but it is an essential one to take into consideration.
After all, if you want to make birds feel as comfortable as possible inside, both the reliable flow of air, as well as the drainage play a huge role.
17) Caravan Bird House
If you dream of crafting an extraordinary birdhouse, where our feathery fellows can take a snack, as well as a rest from the harsh weather, then this caravan bird house will give you tons of inspiration.
Apart from the fantastic design, we also find it a very practical alternative. On another note, this particular DIY project does require some experience working with wood, as well as an extensive kit of tools.
Thus, beginners might stumble across difficulties with this build. But then again, we believe that a huge part of being a DIYer comes with overcoming the challenges which help you become better and more confident with your future projects.
So even in the case you lack sufficient experience, we don’t think it’s impossible to recreate this beautiful design yourself. One minor disadvantage is the lack of a cleanout hole but this is adjustable.
18) Rustic Bird House from Pallet Wood
This rustic birdhouse from pallet wood is the perfect build regardless of your level of experience working with wood. Pallets make this project extremely affordable but also a very easy one to adjust to your personal needs and preference.
Nevertheless, when working with pallets for this build, you don’t need to stick to strictly calculated dimensions. It doesn’t have to be ideally straight or whatsoever, which is also part of the charm of the rustic style.
We did find some major downsides, though, such as the possible difficulty when it comes to eventually clean up the birdhouse. Since it is glued and nailed, it doesn’t allow you to easily open it up.
Thus, we suggest you utilize screws on the roof instead. Doing so will not complicate the project much but it will make up for an effortless maintenance.
19) Easy Log Bird Feeder
We’ve already listed a few various log style bird feeders but this one is by far, the most simple of all the models you can build yourself.
On another note, the design of this easy log bird feeder differs from the rest, and we love the fact that it’s a hanging variety. In order to make this DIY project, you will need to utilize a band saw.
We’d rate the difficulty of the build as being beginner-friendly, and you can easily customize the dimensions of the bird feeder to match your taste.
However, there’s also a tiny disadvantage to this bird feeder plan, which comes from the lack of drain holes.
So keep this in mind if you choose to try out crafting this model and poke a few small holes to let any water get out of the birdhouse effortlessly.
20) Wheel Bird Feeder
Turning an old bicycle wheel to a bird feeder is easier than you think, and the final result is merely spectacular.
Once the birds find out their new feeder, your backyard can easily turn into an attraction for both the feathery fellows and the rest of the people who can enjoy the view.
Anyone can build this wheel bird feeder, even if you are just getting into DIY projects.
You start by marking 8 holes and drilling these out with a drill. Afterward, you can proceed with assembling the bird feeders which will hang on the wheel.
For this purpose, a cut list is provided. Attaching the bird feeders is also an easy task which is accomplished without the need for complex tools.
The total cost of this DIY project is estimated at approximately 40$ but we agree the fruit of your efforts is priceless when you see the birds spinning, snacking, and having fun.
