[1] Submitted by Ana White [2] on Thu, 2012-03-29 00:57 Page 1 of 16
[1] Additional Photos [3] [4] [5] [6] [7] Spring is finally here for us, and we've been anxious to work on an outdoor project. Grace has been wanting a birdfeeder, and I've been wanting birds chirping outdoors, so we set out to make good use of our scrap pile. Page 2 of 16
I've been seeing those window birdfeeders, and thought we'd give it a try. Then we can enjoy the birds indoors too! Page 3 of 16
We had some scrap 1x8 boards in pretty terrible condition, and of course, quite a few 1x2 and 1x3 scraps. So we were able to build this little birdfeeder for free! I also repurposed some suction cups that I had found on an old car accessory for adhering the birdfeeder to the window. Then we just filled up the little tray, and the hard part begins. Waiting for the birds to find the feeder. Page 4 of 16
You can make this birdfeeder too! I bet you have the scraps lying around. Page 5 of 16
PS - We have never had an issue with birds flying into our windows and keep our windows nice and dirty to prevent bird injuries. Summary: Make a window birdfeeder from scrap wood! CategoriesProject Type: Kids Tables and Chairs [8] Outdoor [9] Other Projects [10] Room: Outdoor [11] Skill Level: Starter Projects [12] Style: Cottage Style Furniture Plans [13] Farmhouse Style Furniture Plans [14] Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans [15] Estimated Cost: free [16] Dimensions: Page 6 of 16
1-1x8 @ 18" long 1-1x3 @ 15" long 1-1x2 @ 16" long Glue and 1 1/4" nails 4 suction cups and screws birdseed Tools: Page 7 of 16
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[18] [19] Cut List: 1-1x8 @ 14" (main piece) 1-1x8 @ 2 1/2" (tray bottom) 2-1x3 @ 7" (top end cut at 45 degrees off square - roof) - NOTE: You could cut one at 6 1/4" and one at 7" and attach to form the roof if you do not have a miter saw 2-1x2 @ 3 1/4" (tray sides) 1-1x2 @ 8 3/4" (tray front) General Instructions: Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginning this project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section. Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straight boards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes before attaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Good luck! Step 1 Page 9 of 16
[20] From the 1x8 cut out the back as shown above. I used a jigsaw to cut center out. I highly recommend sanding your cut at this stage - it'll be much easier to sand now than after the little birdie feeder is assembled. Step 2 Page 10 of 16
[21] Then add the bottom tray. I used glue and 1 1/4" finish nails. Step 3 Page 11 of 16
[22] I went ahead and built the roof first. then attached it to the back with 1 1/4" finish nails and glue. Lots of glue. Step 4 Page 12 of 16
[23] Now the sides. Make sure you attach to back and bottom. Step 5 Page 13 of 16
[24] And finally the tray front. From here, I added the suction cups to back. Finishing InstructionsPreparation Instructions: Fill all holes with wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed. Page 14 of 16
When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction of the wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth. It is always recommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner as needed. Source URL: http://www.ana-white.com/2012/03/plans/window-birdfeeder Links [1] http://www.ana-white.com/2012/03/plans/window-birdfeeder [2] http://www.ana-white.com/users/ana-white [3] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807635_13330006 62.png [4] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807636_13330006 62.jpg [5] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807637_13330006 62.jpg [6] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807638_13330006 62.jpg [7] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807639_13330006 62.jpg [8] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/project-type/kids-tables-a nd-chairs [9] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/project-type/outdoor [10] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/project-type/other-projects [11] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/room/outdoor [12] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/skill-level/starter-projects [13] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/style/cottage [14] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/style/farmhouse [15] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/style/childrens [16] http://www.ana-white.com/category/plans/estimated-cost/free [17] https://www.ryobitools.com/power-tools/products/details/636 [18] https://www.ryobitools.com/power-tools/products/details/552 [19] https://www.ryobitools.com/power-tools/products/details/187 [20] http://www.ana-white.com/sites/default/files/3154807652_1333000 662.jpg Page 15 of 16
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