Referring to the hole for the bird entrance she says..."I'm not really sure where it goes in the end and I really like to see it as a whole". Not only is she skilled as a bird house maker but she's really good at puns too 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Love all your bird house designs! Amazing talent! Thank you sharing these.

Four yeara ago I made 10 nest houses for sparrows and/ or chicka dees, etc -- small birds. I made mine out of cedar fence wood, which is about 5/8 thick and are glued and nailed together. One side swings up open to clean out. It has a small dowel to act as a perch below the opening. I got the plans from a bird house book. Each year I have beween 5 and 8 momma birds using them. I had a tray of molten bees wax for water proofing the top and sides. It is not necessary to coat the insides. It's a lot of fun sitting in a chair, watching the little birds at home doing bird stuff. And a short PS here -- I keep bees and do NOT poison flowers of any kind or kill insects that the birds need for food. Curses to all you Monsanto product users. Bob in Montana, where it is finally looking like spring....

@robertshorthill6836

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewj99 pine boards typicically have more turpines than other wood species. Cedar has a smell that is unmistakable. But if one is worried about the aroma, store it in an unheated ( or uncooled) shed for 6 to 12 months. Fence boards from Home Depot can be wet from a mill and should be seasoned anyway so they can shrink to final width which will be around 5 1/2". The fence boards that I used were extras from someone's fence project. There was no smell except from being cut. Then I heated up a tray of bees wax to coat the outside before I nailed it together. These little nest boxes should last 10 years without falling apart and should never rot away. Pine will require a paint job every so many years. When I was a beekeeper, I had to paint my pine hive boxes about every 3 or 4 years. Bob

@richardmccann4815

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob, for all the great info! We need more support for our environment, and easier ways to stay natural without the chemicals they put in everything, mold and mildew killers in paint, the wax is a great alternative! Soaked into a fabric, that gives me some ideas! Oh, the knowledge we have lost!

@richardmccann4815

Жыл бұрын

​@@andrewj99 as long as it is not treated, or moldy, most native woods such as cherry, basswood, aspen, oak, ash, or so many others, would be fine.

Makes a stronger build, the way you do it. Thinking ahead and designing accordingly. You are a good builder of bird houses.

THAT'S A TOP NOTCH BIRDHOUSE. OBVIOUSLY A LOT OF TIME AND THOUGHT THAT YOU PUT INTO IT INCLUDING THE COPPER CROWN ON TOP. WELL DONE MELANIE, THANKS FOR SHARING. 🇺🇸✌️👍🏻

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for letting me know that you appreciate what I am doing. You can see it’s a lot of work. Thanks for liking and subscribing. It really helps my ratings in KZread.

Nice job! I've made few for the yard here. The copper roof reminded me of a trick I've used. I take the thin tall aluminum cans (like from ice tea), cut the ends off, cut the length, then unroll it flat. I cut it into strips 1/4" wider than my steel ruler. I use the ruler as a form to bend up a 1/8" lip along each side, forming a shallow tray. I staple these next to each other on the roof. A piece without the lips bent in the center makes a ridge cap. When painted, it makes a fair approximation of metal roofing. I also tried leaving the can flat and unpainted as a sort of tribute to the old "Chew Mail Pouch Tobacco" barns. It faded too much though.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

cool idea. Love to hear what other people create! Thanks for subscribing, liking and sharing!!!

Nice video. Depending where the box is to be placed it is usually best to leave off the Perspex. The whole idea for nesting in a tree or box is that it is safe and birds especially when egg laying can be scared and permanently leave the eggs. Anything from other birds or blown up items in the air can spook them if they can see outside. Best left in the dark and cosy.

@mightyporky

Жыл бұрын

amen

That was really entertaining to watch. I am an engineer who is used to exact sizes and precise dimensions and admittedly I was sceptical at the beginning but was pleasantly surprised at the end result. Cheers Hendrik.

@sll-tt6bj

Жыл бұрын

That's why it's hand built

Melanie, this was lovely to watch. Thank you.

Those "natural" entry holes are a great idea ! They add a lot to the eye appeal. 😊👍

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for liking and subscribing I really appreciate the support

Great hobby. Love making birdhouses! Nice work! 🤗

The joy of seeing a family of bluebirds move into one of the houses I built is satisfying. The western bluebird male's vibrant shade of blue is breathtaking....birds don't need a perch and in fact it makes it easier for predators to access the nestlings, though your bamboo is a great deterrent. The birds just hold onto to the hole to look around or peek out when inside which is very cute. You have some whimsical designs. I'm not sure that most birds will like having window, though. Cavity nesters usually prefer holes in trees that are dark and secure.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Good stuff to know. I should say that many people buy them because they like birds and art and they just leave them on a mantle inside of their house.

@kellyspann9845

2 жыл бұрын

You're right. I made two that way and they never got used. Painted the glass a dark color and then they got used.

That's a real des res bird palace you put together there Melanie. Only the poshest tweety birds may enter. 🐦 Best regards.

I just happened upon this video and I happy to have found it. Thank you for sharing your craft with me and others.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! And thank you for subscribing. It helps me immeasurably. Many more videos to come, 1 a week.

I found this video to be very relaxing and enjoyable to watch. Also, loved the birdhouse. Blessings.

You're very talented, Melanie. Good work. I subscribed, and looking forward to seeing many of your tutorials. Thank you.

I have personally watched this several times the last couple of years. I can't get enough so I keep coming back . There's just something so relaxing about watching you create a work of art . It makes me wish I was there by your side building one along side of you .

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

I very much appreciate your attention to my work and subscribing, liking and sharing!! It seems to make a difference with KZread. Thank you again.

@VeryMaggs

Жыл бұрын

I must agree! You have a soothing voice and a great way of editing your videos! The slight sound of the mitre saw in the background when you are showing something that has been cut is, frankly, endearing LOL, I sound crazy but I’m loving it and I’ve liked and subscribed! I’ll share too🥳

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

@@VeryMaggs Thanks Maggie that all helps me with KZread algorithms! I have tons of videos I hope you enjoy many more!!

Similar to what is called battenboard and you did a wonderful job , looks really nice ! Couple tips ...work from the top down making your pieces as long as possible, less chance of leaks . Any overhang from the roof is a major plus . Any leak down the road needs to be avoided . 35 yrs. of framing custom homes has taught me that much . I'm not being critical , I hope you know that . Beautiful work ! Looking forward to your upcoming videos.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I didn’t see it as criticism and any help is help not just for me but for my viewers who do read the comments.

Nice job on the bird house. I am a woodworker and love to make bird houses and bird feeders. Take Care

Great design and build. I really like the acrylic sides and the padouk caps you used to cover the ridge beam. The battens are a great touch also.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I have a few more coming up soon. I love making a Bird houses and people seem to very much enjoy them.

The minute I saw you scribe the roofline on the ends I subscribed. That's a time consuming detail, but it's also a sign of quality. Good job.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

It’s interesting that you mention that because people wonder why I charge what I charge for these bird houses and there you have it. Like what you said the details take time and let’s not forget all the sanding that happens after it’s cut. Thank you so much for being an observant viewer and commenting! Thanks for subscribing liking and sharing!!!

Really enjoyed following your creativity... Lets build birdhouses with flair! So much fun. Thankyou!

Watching you work is so relaxing. When I watch woodworking channels I usually do it for straight info, I usually watch “bigstackD” or “post10” to relax but I have to add your channel into both categories now. I love bird houses and I’m teaching my 11 year old daughter to build one. I have to show her this for the advanced stages. Thank you for posting this. She is building a basic rectangular, slant roof style one now. She wanted to put shingles on it so we are using popsicle sticks ends as shingles.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Popsicle sticks what an excellent idea I hope she has fun building her next birdhouse! Thanks for watching commenting subscribing and sharing

Your video is so calming to watch, the music wonderful as well as your voice. Love how the video is very detailed. Beautiful bird houses. Lucky Birds!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much and thank you for subscribing and liking! It helps me very much

Good for you dear. Great "hands on " job for seniors.

Very cute, nice work. !!!!! WOW SO AMAZING.

You are totally Awesome, the detail, the love you put in these. I enjoyed this video so much. Thankyou for all the information and May God Bless You Richly❤️❤️❤️

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Very much appreciated !

Awesome, something new for the grangirls and papa to do this summer. that gets a thumbs up :)

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the thumbs up!!

Amazing birdhouses!!

Nicely done, the embellishments all add, your creativity is an inspiration and a nod to your Creator. In His Shalom

Wow! What a great video. Thanks for sharing.

Thank you for your video. I really enjoyed seeing the process and really loved the examples at the end. Keep up the great work!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks likewise I appreciate your positive support and comments please subscribe and like

I think you are very talented. I love how every house is different and admire you for your daring use of colour and materials. Hmm, now i am thinking I could maybe do something like this …. Thank you for the video.

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Go for it!!! Have fun

I'm glad I'm not the only one with a garage sink that looks like yours!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Funny

Very nice! Two things I would have done different: I would have run a batten horizontally along the end grain edge of the removeable bottom piece of the birdhouse, (on both sides) and butted the others up against it. I would have also made that bottom piece about a quarter of an inch longer on each side so that the bottom of the plexiglass had something to rest on.

Love the attention to detail. Beautiful!!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much and thank you for subscribing

I love the bamboo entrance. I will steal that idea. Thank you.

@I-build-crafts

5 ай бұрын

No stealing just sharing

great way to use scrape wood! enjoyed watching and motivative

A suggestion:before assembling, brush on a coat or two of Thompson’s Water Seal, on both sides. Helps protect bird house from deteriorating in wet climes. Polyacrylic water based varnish only eventually will peel off, leaving wood unprotected.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip

I really enjoyed watching you build this house. I’m 64 yrs old and need something to make extra money when I retire.. I my build a few houses and see if they will sale. Great video my friend.

Really nice work! Applying a coat of pre-stain before the stain would give an even more stunning result.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!! It helps me and my viewers

Great job your bird houses are beautiful very nicely done! Tom R 😀

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tom I really appreciate you commenting and also liking what I’m making it means so much to me. If you haven’t already please subscribe that is another huge thing for the algorithms with KZread!!!

Wow craftsmanship at its best

You have very beautiful work. I really enjoyed and can see your love for birds, Ty for sharing.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words for subscribing and liking I very much appreciate that

You definately have your own style! I'm a retired carpenter and I enjoy building birdhouse's too, it helps keep my mind occupied and gives me something constructive to do! I get depressed if I sit around too long and my anxiety starts getting to me! I had a doctor give me pill's to take to calm me down, but that didn't last long, I didn't like the way they made me feel so I said to heck with the doctor and his pill's, I just have to stay busy, at the end of the day I like to know that I accomplished something positive and I get a good feeling knowing that I gave my feathered friend's a sturdy structure where they are safe from the element's and where they can raise their babie's in and in turn have them protect my garden from harmful insect's, they're happy and I'm happy lol! 😁 My original reason for commenting was that copper ridge cap, I wanted to bring it to your attention that those brad nail's you used will most likely leak after a while, you should seal them from the underside before you nail them! I'm not try'ing to criticize your work or anything, I just wanted to point that out to you! I enjoyed your video, you have a creative mind and that's a good thing! God Bless You! Michael Sullivan

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Hi Mike. I totally get the staying busy process. The Lord never meant for us to be idle in my opinion Rest yes but not idle. I never thought about the nails leaking. Actually I see my bird houses as sculptures first and function second. I am an artist first and builder second. You may be the opposite of that. In any event I’m glad you are enjoying my videos. Subscriptions, likes and comments help me grow this channel!! Lord bless you too. Melanie

@tinaknutsen

4 ай бұрын

@michaelsullivan9342 I swear we are related; I paint wall murals and upcycle stuff to stay busy. No joke I turned my husband shop into a medieval castle with faux looking iron bars and big old blacksmith rivets. The walls I made like a log cabin and the logs look realistic. My mind doesn’t shutdown, just plagued with ideas..I swear I can look at something and an idea comes in my head, I have to write it down because my head just explodes with ideas. My 2 best friends since 1976 every time one of them have moved they always ask me what would I do with this room or the back yard. When I was young I wanted to go to interior decorating school but my dad talked me out of it by telling me it required a lot of heavy lifting. I am self taught but I really wish I would have followed my heart.

I love this. It is beautiful I’m sure the birdies will love it.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks. I have to come. Please subscribe

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

I meant to say that I have more birdhouse videos and their creation to come. When you subscribe and hit notifications you’ll get automatic updates on my videos. Thank you for watching

Enjoy your work thanks for teaching us plus love the music great presentation

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and I appreciate your compliments! Thanks for subscribing it really helps

Well done video! Love the music too.

I love your birdhouse I love that you can open it up to clean it out and I love the bamboo in the front

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I very much enjoy the spontaneity in creating them.

I love your bird house. I also love all the unusual ones that you showed at the end of your video, they were very beautiful. The ones you are going to make will be lovely too. I’ve subscribed to your channel and I’m looking forward to many more videos from you Melanie. TFS with everyone. Please enjoy your week.

@bible-truth

Жыл бұрын

So happy to see and hear from people who see the beauty in the things that I make! Have a great day!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your support. It’s very much appreciated.

You need to build your self a bench hook. It will make cutting those small pieces a piece cake and also a cheap gent saw. I used these items very frequent and they make cutting small pieces safe and efficient. Thanks for the helpful video.

You do beautiful works of art very gifted thank you for sharing I enjoy watching

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for your support. I appreciate your liking sharing and subscribing to my videos. It helps me survive in the KZread world

Excellent birdhouses!!! Very nice!! Well done!!!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thank you for subscribing and liking my videos, it really helps me a great deal!!! cheers

Very amazing work

I found this video relaxing and really enjoyable to watch...ty so much

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and thank you for subscribing liking and sharing!

Love it! I would only use two pieces of wood for the roof so that you could see the birds better.

Great job 👍👍you show real craftwomanship and I like the creative little things you added to it. Don't know what you charge for them, but I would say worth every penny. Thanks for sharing.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

I sell them at festivals

wow. that's all I can say.....well, besides "you are amazing". Loved this video

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

I love the scripture you put at the start of your video!!!

Great job, I love a funky bird house!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support and subscribing

Thank you beautiful work

I like the bandsaw. The machine is versatile and great for fast work. Easy and usually safer to use than some o the other machines

@Tina-di4lx

2 жыл бұрын

Pleasure to see your handiwork I am a professional Woodworker and Maintenance Carpenter. Will be able retire any time , but I am at the top of my earning potential and don’t really want to lol. Do you find bird boxes a good market for you ? Seems like. fun to design and a reasonable to build. David

@LivingMyBestLifeIAm

2 жыл бұрын

It is the safest of all the saws ✌🏼

beautiful design on this birdhouse love all the details. i'm intrigued with that boat glue that you mention, will love to buy it and use that on my garden railroad, I build the houses and all details with my grandkids, now I have another idea tyo build with them, thank you so much!!!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting. I am thrilled that you’re going to try this with your grandkids. I get the glue from a company called gluestix.com

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

I just want to add incase you haven't read the other comments that epoxy is the strongest glue that I have ever used but if you've used it you know can be messy.

@robertshorthill6836

2 жыл бұрын

carlos alvarez. Use eirher Titebond III (3) or Gorilla glue. Both are watwr proof. The Gorilla expands as it cures and is tough stuff. Bob

Super job. Learned a lot on those roofs from you. Thanks

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks I’m a teacher at heart

I love making bird houses and feeders, and I am lucky in that I have a well-appointed Woodshop to do this in. I love your board and batten house. It is so cute. The one suggestion I would have would be to create cross-ventilation, so the little birdies don't get overheated. I found the easiest way to do this is to cut the sides slightly shorter than necessary, and leaving the gap underneath the roof overhangs. Keep up the good work!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the suggestion. Please know these bird houses are not airtight, that is for sure. I guess those things don’t show up in the video, but there is an evaluation and clean out and a few other things that are more hidden I suppose. Thanks for liking sharing and subscribing.

Those are some really awesome and unique houses! You're obviously very talented and creative! Love them!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your support, liking, sharing and subscribing!!

Fabulous! What a talent!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I hope you have subscribed I’ve got lots more to show you.

Very nice!

Bravo! Love the background music too.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

Beautiful bird house🕊🐦

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for liking and subscribing. I will continue to make more interesting projects. I am in the process of making small birdhouse that are not as detailed but are more affordable.

Keep up the nice work. All the best to you.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

Very nice

BEAUTIFUL AND THANK YOU !

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

I have Similar videos on my channel please check them out and subscribe if you like thank you so much for watching

I enjoyed your build. You are very creative. Here in California I would add some breather holes in the sides at the top. Thank You

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Hmmmm good idea

Beautiful job I enjoy see your video .

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks and thank you for subscribing and liking and sharing and really appreciate that.

Great video, it can be a hobby that makes money!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, thanks for your support

nice build , and some really cool birdhouses

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!!!

Really cool!!! Thank you!!! :)

Good job good job looks really well

Great Job 👍👍

I absolutely LOVE the viewing aspect of these houses. We are always looking for new and improved bird houses for the workers in our garden - the ones that do the insect control for us - and that is a very nice way to do it! 👍👍 (135,768 views on today, may 18, 2022 .. AWESOME work!) Bees wax + mineral spirits is something that I used to make as a side hustle - 'conjurer's wax', used by stage magicians for - I'm not going to reveal trade secrets 😉 Creators ROCK!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comm and support I appreciate it and I appreciate you subscribing and liking

@richardmccann4815

Жыл бұрын

C'mon, reveal what you could do with that wax! Or the secrets may be lost forever!

Truly enjoyed your creativity! Saw it as much therapeutic fun as a money maker. Unfortunately for me, my previous job as a production Mgr mind kicked in and I had a couple of thousand produced in a week. Blew the whole concept of enjoyment.

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

That’s funny the one thing I am not is a manufacture, although some people think I should be that way I could never do that. For me it’s all about the art. Thanks for giving a comment and sharing and liking and subscribing it helps with the KZread algorithms.

Looks beautiful ! Respect !!! 👍👍👍

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I hope you have checked out the other birdhouses that I have made and that you enjoy them equally! Thank you for liking, sharing and Subscribing! It really helps me with KZread algorithms

As a builder may I offer a few tips. You may benefit from doing pre - assembly on many of these parts - ie use a assembly line approach - make 20 of each board/batten or the walks - then you are just doing a final assembly. This of course is only a suggestion and if you enjoy making unique each time then I understand. You make great videos and I get little tips from your work. Cheers!

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! Unique each time is a perfect description for 99% of the things that I make. Thanks for liking, sharing and Subscribing. It helps with KZread's algorithms!

Thats a wonderful birdhouse.Congratulatios. Best wishes from Germany

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks from Germany - I love Germany, it is very beautiful!

I like the scripture!!! God Bless you! Praise Jesus!

Doing what God taught you. God bless !

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you and thanks for subscribing!

Enjoyed

Excellent video!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you it is very much appreciated as well as your subscribing and liking it means so much to me it helps me to continue to make more videos.

Thank you for your response I hope you one day create a business where your birdhouses are available for purchase outside N Carolina You do beautiful amazing work

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

I have been thinking about selling a few things online I will post it and one of my social media‘s when I get to that place but thank you so much for your interest. Perhaps you could follow me on Facebook but I would post it.

Very Nice!

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks I would love it if you subscribed to my channel it really really helps me much appreciated thanks

Beautiful, lucky 🐦

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

Great video, I'm physically challenged and just starting to tinker with woodworking.

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

I’m glad my video can help in some way.

Nice job, lindo trabajo From Costa Rica

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

I found you on Etsy, thanks for the video.

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Oh duh..... I read your previous comment first.

I recommend you get an oscillating tool for some of your cuts. It replaces chisels and other cutting tools and you can get them with a triangle shaped sanding attachment that's very handy. You might need to set up a rest of some sort for your arms to hold it steady, but I make nice cuts with ours a lot remodeling old houses. You could use it instead of the hand saw you tried on the oak, for cutting little trim pieces. I would definitely want one for making bird houses.

@I-build-crafts

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip! Thanks for liking sharing, and subscribing!

Want to learn more about making birdhouses like this? I have a new birdhouse video coming up soon. Subscribe and hit the bell button so you don’t miss it. Thanks!

That's really cool I wanna try to build some bird houses for extra income

thanks Melanie Be Blessed

@I-build-crafts

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting and subscribing!! Lord bless

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