Mid Century Modern Birdhouse from Cedar Fence Picket //DIY //FREE PLANS

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  • @desireegoulett69
    @desireegoulett69 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You want the front board on bird houses to be rough for them to be able to claw/grip when they are climbing back out of the box and/or notch the inside or add cloth or something brom the bottom of the nest to the hole for them to grip as they climb out. If not entirely smooth side houses can become a death trap. Also...recess the bottom between the sides up into the house so it's Not flush with any of the sides and then cut bottom edges of perimeter boards at an angle and assemble with the long edge out to serve as a drip edge and make the houses dryer and last longer. Overhangs on all sides of the roof, short on rear & sides and long in front also keep things dry and slow the rot process.

  • @9q7a5z
    @9q7a5z 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    Looks good and the metal around the hole is a good idea. You might want to reduce the entrance to the size of a quarter. Smaller song birds will be attracted. Otherwise a large allows Jay's and starlings and they will destroy the eggs.

  • @cabman86
    @cabman86 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I plane mine down smooth and then glue 2 boards together to get thickness. I use the shavings in my wife's little gardens.

  • @TRUECRIMESPTV
    @TRUECRIMESPTV 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love pickets. One of my favorite boards to work with.

  • @niccolealdrich4890
    @niccolealdrich4890 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice design. You might consider adding a c-hook to the side to keep predators from opening the box. Also, consider adding a few ridges on the inside to serve as a ladder 🪜 so the baby birds can climb out easier.
    Tyfs and Happy building!

  • @montefetters
    @montefetters ปีที่แล้ว +14

    It would need to have indoor plumbing for $100 dollars

    • @shrimpinpat
      @shrimpinpat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      25-50 painted nicely imo

  • @onetimearound1275
    @onetimearound1275 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very cool designs- modern bird houses! 😊

  • @jbenson9403
    @jbenson9403 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice. I would add some way to secure it on the bottom of the house to the fence. I think a cleat only would make it susceptible to being blown down by wind. Just a little metal tab screwed from the fence to the birdhouse.

  • @carriecreates1207
    @carriecreates1207 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very cool design.
    Thank you for teaching us!!

  • @lorrainelewandowski8737
    @lorrainelewandowski8737 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    So awesome beautifully made love these❤😊

  • @Marksmisfitworld
    @Marksmisfitworld 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice project, looks great and can make so many variations. Thank you for the video

  • @b3arwithm3
    @b3arwithm3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the design mate! So eye pleasing

  • @gusthomas
    @gusthomas ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At one time I had nine sparrow houses I built in the backyard. Loved watching them and hearing the babies chirping for food. Unfortunately they attracted too many ferel neighborhood cats so I had to get rid of them. Gotta say I don't miss cleaning them out every year. They get pretty gross inside.

    • @9q7a5z
      @9q7a5z 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hate a feral cat. One mating pair of cats and the offspring can produce 28000 other cats in 7 years.

  • @Ukepa
    @Ukepa ปีที่แล้ว +1

    very cool, I'll try it!

  • @shrimpinpat
    @shrimpinpat 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you

  • @piper0428
    @piper0428 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Fantastic!

  • @lgcushman9154
    @lgcushman9154 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very nice!

  • @karendoss6026
    @karendoss6026 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love those!! May try to make one!

  • @eamonneamonn
    @eamonneamonn 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I came here from the Christmas party. I do hobby woodworking too!

  • @jamesrankin9833
    @jamesrankin9833 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good stuff

  • @BrianGalyer
    @BrianGalyer ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The inside of the front should be left rough so the birds can climb out

  • @ShakespeareCafe
    @ShakespeareCafe 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bird feeders sell much better than birdhouses. I’ve built dozens of each using redwood and by far bird feeders are definitely more popular in N Cal. Birdhouses are a specialty item that is hit or miss as far as successful nesting a bird feeder is used daily. I spend $20 a week on birdseed

    • @MrsTracey617
      @MrsTracey617 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      That’s it? $20 bucks!!! That’s a deal!! I spend between $80-$100 a wk on suet and feed cuz the squirrels are constantly doggin their food.. or the sparrows are shooo’ing/pecking it out of my feeders to the grass then the morning doves and squirrels gobble it all up down there!! It’s a never ending battle over here!! I just wanna feed my favorites.. my woody’s, tits, nutty’s, Dee Dee’s, Wreny’s, Janko’s, Jays n Cardi’s, n if I forgot a few friends, they know their names n who they are when I hear them n call them in for food lol!!! I LOVE MY BIRDS!! They even follow me when I take a walk to the corner store a few blocks away, they really really bring me so much joy, I can’t explain… n they’re really very smart, I love them n they love me.. or my food lol!! But seriously I’m about to buy a halo! Or one of the weight feeders, so the squirrels can’t get in! Cuz they’re starting to piss me off for real!

  • @oxyfee6486
    @oxyfee6486 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I made over three hundred from the ones I built, then I had to pay my neighbor a thousand because I used his fence pickets.😳

  • @dougpeak7591
    @dougpeak7591 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I can’t believe people pay 100 for those . I’ve making birdhouse for a long time it would be really hard for me to get that where I live

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Gotta branch out. I've seen some for $150 or even $200+. I'm not sure if these are being put outside. Some people might be using them as decorations inside.

    • @davidwatson4510
      @davidwatson4510 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Doug, I'm with you, In a previous comment he mentions &60-200. I don't think they would sell for $20 where I live.

    • @chrisr2746
      @chrisr2746 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@davidwatson4510 noone pays 100$ or more for a birdhouse. show me.

  • @willwork2fish261
    @willwork2fish261 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So per month how many do you sell? Is this seasonal or yearly l? Thinking about getting into this if it’s profitable. I do other wood working but wouldn’t mind looking into this if it’s constant profit

  • @davidsee3553
    @davidsee3553 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Do they need the back doors in case the husband comes home early?

    • @angewagstaff9470
      @angewagstaff9470 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Chickadees would for sure 😅

  • @markb8954
    @markb8954 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Nice looking design & colors for humans, but the birds don’t really care. In fact the rougher inside enables young birds to climb up & out as needed. I find that rougher more rustic bird houses are preferred over fancy painted houses. The latch/hook on back only works on flat areas (like fences), but not practical for hanging in other locations. All-in-all, a good build.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You're right, these are mainly for decoration/collection. One of the first birdhouses I built I put on a post, but it wasn't practical in the house I was living in at the time.

    • @AyWoe
      @AyWoe ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The Birds aren't the ones buying them though ;)

  • @caperguy1567
    @caperguy1567 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Nice houses but would never sell for $100 in my area. Maybe $45 or $60 because of the price of cedar.

  • @MichShopRat
    @MichShopRat ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice build, but I don't see the plans on your website

  • @user-zs8xj5en1j
    @user-zs8xj5en1j หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice if you put the dimensions in black so somebody could see it a lot better you can’t see which size they are

  • @ValioMadre7
    @ValioMadre7 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do they come with wi-fi?

  • @briardan9226
    @briardan9226 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would squirrels gnaw on the opening to make it bigger and get inside make it there own nesting house?

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The portal protector/ring is supposed to prevent this from happening.

    • @vashon100
      @vashon100 ปีที่แล้ว

      their vs there

  • @John_GGG
    @John_GGG ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Where did you get the picket? Didn’t know they were available near Boston?

    • @John_GGG
      @John_GGG ปีที่แล้ว

      St L?

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      I bought these at Home Depot, but I just looked and they're not available in Massachusetts. You can try calling a fence company that does cedar fences. Ask if they'll sell you some leftover boards.

    • @edallard6287
      @edallard6287 ปีที่แล้ว

      Come to RI they have them

    • @gerrimosig4483
      @gerrimosig4483 ปีที่แล้ว

      Lowes in Salem NH has the cedar pickets for under $2.50.

  • @achardjc
    @achardjc ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your exterior designs really make this simple birdhouse outstanding. And you can sell these for $100? I am impressed.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The price varies based on the design, but they've gone from $60-$120.

    • @randyl1170
      @randyl1170 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@slightlycrookedworkshop There is no way you are selling those for $100. But nice way to trick others into watching your video. Very nice looking design and work however. Good job.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      @@randyl1170 $100 is on the lower end for a lot of these. Other people charge more. If you can find a market, or create a customer base, you could have people paying much more for these. With social media, it's not difficult to do.

  • @tysontyner7319
    @tysontyner7319 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you have the dimensions for the cuts available? I'd like to make these with my kids. Couldn't find them on your site. Thanks!

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      www.slightlycrookedworkshop.com/plans/mid-century-modern-birdhouse-plans

  • @MonicaCotto
    @MonicaCotto 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What would you call that wire you cut to insert in the flap please?🤔

  • @saintbyron5150
    @saintbyron5150 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The price tag is still on the bolt cutters… planning to return them? Nice job mate, but I do see these at craft fairs & swap meets for $30-50.

    • @jofloresz
      @jofloresz 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hell yeah these things sell for 30 dollars max! 100 dollars is click bait!

  • @skipperruhl1430
    @skipperruhl1430 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    where is the $100.00coming from? not in my neck of the woods $30.00for all three here.
    but i like your design.

  • @86abell
    @86abell ปีที่แล้ว

    Why no perch? And why not use a 12-penny finish nail for the hinge?

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Perch doesn't really fit the style, not all birdhouses have them. You're free to make it however you'd like.

    • @SouthSideLimey
      @SouthSideLimey ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Perches help predators.

  • @user-so1kq4zl5w
    @user-so1kq4zl5w 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Are the cedar fence posts untreated??

  • @shrimpinpat
    @shrimpinpat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    First where on earth are you getting such nice looking fence boards? All the ones around me are bowed, cupped, really weak. Hard to find a single good one

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Believe it or not, I get them at Home Depot. I've come to find out that there are a lot of areas in the US where big box stores don't sell cedar pickets. Here, they're everywhere.

  • @scorpiohurley6786
    @scorpiohurley6786 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    if your selling those for 100 dollars each ... we need to talk cuz i have a box of cheerios together we can convince people there doughnut seeds!!! 🤣

  • @NicsHODLN
    @NicsHODLN ปีที่แล้ว +5

    No idea where you’re getting $100 for these but my birdhouses are way more polished, all dowels,no metal at all, laser engraved designs, etc and I only get $55. I would charge $25-$30 at most for these.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I've been able to sell them for $100...sooo...maybe you're not finding the right market.

  • @patriciacampbell2821
    @patriciacampbell2821 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I paid $99 dollars for the same bird house

  • @danhovey4219
    @danhovey4219 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The spruce fence pickets are a good product for making these bird houses but make sure they aren't Pressure Treated

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Why not just use cedar? They'll hold up a lot better. There isn't much of a $$ difference when you're buying a few pickets.

  • @Chris-qg4zo
    @Chris-qg4zo ปีที่แล้ว +42

    No way you can get 100 out of these birdhouses!

    • @henryheinbuch
      @henryheinbuch ปีที่แล้ว +12

      You may not pay that but some one will. You can buy a hamburger for $2.00 and some people will pay $15.00.

    • @gregc1203
      @gregc1203 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@henryheinbuch yup, looks at McDonald’s prices and Five guys prices lol

    • @gtdodgeviper
      @gtdodgeviper ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@gregc1203 i don’t know about 5 guys but Macdonald is stupid expensive and its not even good. I prefer burger king as they do have coupons. And Wendy’s has their $5 bag which is a great deal and everything tastes great.

    • @richhoops2413
      @richhoops2413 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Very nice man. Really creative

    • @billwilson6096
      @billwilson6096 ปีที่แล้ว

      What do you know? I built rustic birdhouses for many years and was always amazed at what people would pay for them. Most ended up on a coffee table or fireplace mantle.

  • @henryheinbuch
    @henryheinbuch ปีที่แล้ว +1

    People the more you stand out from the pack with different designs is what makes you $$$$. No one wants to buy the same old thing every one else has. Also, people like things that can decorate their homes with.

  • @crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230
    @crossgrainwoodproductsltd9230 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you charge that much you will sell less. $35-$40 is the going rate for cedar bird houses. I sell more cedar bird houses than I can make.
    You should always leave the outside rough if using raw wood, and never paint them. They should weather to blend in with its natural surroundings.

    • @717WoodworksOnline
      @717WoodworksOnline 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I was gonna say the same thing... I also hinge the top instead of the side panel..

  • @Follower_of_The_Word
    @Follower_of_The_Word ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Why did you use the metal rod instead of 2 nails?

  • @susiebales-oswalt1564
    @susiebales-oswalt1564 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Bird houses should be 100 feet apart…

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They're only side by side for pictures. I only still have one of them and it's in a different location...but, that's good information to know. I wasn't aware of this.

    • @henryheinbuch
      @henryheinbuch ปีที่แล้ว

      Ah, I believe he was sawing the different designs not making a nature preserve

    • @henryheinbuch
      @henryheinbuch ปีที่แล้ว

      Great ideas!! Yes he could $100 in the right markets. People pay crazy $$ for things that they like. Ladies would buy those just for decorations inside their homes. Anything is worth what someone will pay for it.

  • @davidslater5403
    @davidslater5403 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    20.00 would be pushing it

  • @sally6457
    @sally6457 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your fence looks like a 6th grade display for the anual parent teacher conference,

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks?

    • @SouthSideLimey
      @SouthSideLimey ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Your spelling isn't going to go down well with those teachers!

    • @sally6457
      @sally6457 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SouthSideLimey hahaha, I've even got spellchecker turned on 😵‍💫

    • @9q7a5z
      @9q7a5z 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @sally6457, What makes you put down others you don't know? I hope you get treated better that that.

    • @sally6457
      @sally6457 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @9q7a5z not meant as a put down at all, just a comment on how the work was displayed, all top quality work in a multitude of creative colours all displayed together,
      Why does your mind go to likening somthing children's best work being some kind of insult?

  • @garyholtfreter5076
    @garyholtfreter5076 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Who in their right mind would pay $100 for that house. Lucky to get $15

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Some people hang them inside for decoration. There are other styles of birdhouses that sell for $200+

  • @jasoncapps3516
    @jasoncapps3516 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Show us where this sold for 100$ please?

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      14 sold - www.etsy.com/listing/95565309/birdhouse-modern-craftsman-the-camera?ref=hp_active-mission-recs-rv-3-1

  • @garydergut4741
    @garydergut4741 ปีที่แล้ว

    I guarantee your not going to sell those where I live for that much. Aint no way.

  • @jimcarter4929
    @jimcarter4929 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I don't think birds can afford 100 dollar houses.

  • @adgieem1
    @adgieem1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice job except. You should NOT paint a bird house. The paint smell will keep them away.

  • @gtdodgeviper
    @gtdodgeviper ปีที่แล้ว

    Maybe $30 to $40

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Here is one that went for $80 - www.etsy.com/listing/1042204186/mid-century-modern-bird-house?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=nla_listing_details

  • @vashon100
    @vashon100 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sorry, I can't imagine anyone forking over $100.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      There used to be a guy that got $150, for similar birdhouses, all day long.

  • @gerardmiglino5057
    @gerardmiglino5057 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I don't use wood anymore just pvc boards they last forever

  • @garyholtfreter5076
    @garyholtfreter5076 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Strong wind comes along and down goes that bird house using French cleats.

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cool, thanks for the feedback. I haven't had any issues in 3 years.

  • @davecoberly1003
    @davecoberly1003 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice looking birdhouse but I can't imagine the mom and dad birds having to try to get into and out of that house a few hundred times to feed the babies without a perch. That has to be a rough entrance without a perch...

    • @John-uz3ho
      @John-uz3ho 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Birds do NOT require a perch. Predators, however, do ...

  • @darnmartian9766
    @darnmartian9766 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Be careful when building bird houses because birds are very sensitive to any kind of chemicals, I would avoid treated woods and be careful with your finishes, also it is recommended to keep the services of a birdhouse clean and the interior because mold mildew or filth could kill the ones you love.

  • @blindluck5734
    @blindluck5734 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    modern mid century? Isn't that an oxymoron? And that like saying build an old new house or something like that? I just don't get it

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You'd be building a new house in a style that was popular at the middle of the century. That's what was considered to be "modern" around 1950.

    • @philmurphy7487
      @philmurphy7487 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@slightlycrookedworkshop that is a very good way to explain it, thank you!

  • @ianhutchinson2066
    @ianhutchinson2066 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    $100 😂

  • @roberttalbott8700
    @roberttalbott8700 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Definitely not worth a $100

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  ปีที่แล้ว

      I guess it's an opinion. The only thing that matter is whether you can convince someone else that it's worth $100.

    • @patriciacampbell2821
      @patriciacampbell2821 ปีที่แล้ว

      I paid $99

  • @genericaccount5997
    @genericaccount5997 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    maybe clean the camera lens.....

  • @curtleighton3676
    @curtleighton3676 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Lol good luck getting more than 10 or 15 bucks for that basic thing

    • @slightlycrookedworkshop
      @slightlycrookedworkshop  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks, but I don't need luck. I was selling several of these a month for $75-$125.

  • @davidboston4574
    @davidboston4574 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Omg!! Terrible