Cottage Birdhouse
Build a charming cottage-style birdhouse with elegant details and a copper roof. A fun weekend woodworking project to bring birds to your yard.
Bring classic charm to your garden with this Cottage Birdhouse woodworking plan. Featuring graceful rooflines and a copper-topped peak, this project adds a touch of elegance to a timeless backyard tradition. Designed for beginner and experienced woodworkers alike, it’s a rewarding weekend build that combines creative shaping, outdoor joinery, and smart finishing techniques in one small package.
This downloadable plan includes step-by-step instructions to construct a safe, functional birdhouse that attracts small songbirds like chickadees. Built from naturally rot-resistant cedar, the design incorporates smart ventilation, weep holes for drainage, and a clever mounting system using off-the-shelf hardware. Whether you're making it for your own backyard or as a handmade gift, this birdhouse offers lasting beauty and an invitation for nature to visit. Start building today and give birds a stylish place to call home.
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What You Get:
- 5 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions
- 20 full-color photos and illustrations
- Retail sources for hardware and supplies
- Shop-tested guarantee from the editors of Woodsmith and ShopNotes magazines
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