Crashed Blue Jay Birdhouse Woodcraft Pattern

OOPS! This poor crashed blue jay birdhouse will get lots of attention when you display it on a tree in your yard.

You will have fun making this project with complete instructions on our full-size pattern. Clever hinged leg design mounts harmlessly to eight inch diameter or larger trees. Birdhouse measures 17″ tall.

Uses one package of both our 1″ Brass Hinges (#BHNG1) and 1-1/2: Brass Hinges (#BHNG2).

More Info

Dimensions: 18″ tall

Wood:
one 1X10 x 96″ long pine board

Tools: Table saw or circular saw and a band saw or scroll saw with a smooth non-chipping blade, Drill and 1/16″, 3/32″, 3/16″ and 1-1/2″ dia. drill bits

Hardware:
Nails – One box, 3D 1-1/4″ long, finish
Hinge – Two 1″ x 1-1/16″ brass plated (#BHNG1)
Four 1-1/2″ x 1-1/2″, brass plated (#BHNG2)
Eyescrew – Two 5/16″ I.D. (#EYE3)
Screw – Three #8 x 1-1/2″ long, flat head
Chain – Double loop steel chain, length depends on diameter of tree.
Flush Mount Hanger (optional) – One 1-3/4″ x 1-1/2″ (#FMH)

Supplies:
Transfer paper (#Carb), pencil & clear tape
Sand Paper – medium & fine grits
Wood Glue – exterior (#GLUETB3)
Wood filler – non-shrinking, fast drying for wood flaws
Paint brushes – 2″, 1″ and fine detail

Paint:
White water base primer (#PRIMQT) for a base coat and the
following suggested colors of Delta Craft paint:
#P2057 – Quaker Grey
#P2059 – Blue Jay
#P2505 – White
#P2506 – Black

Sealer:
High-grade, non-yellowing, semi-gloss UV protected project sealer (#POLYQT) for outdoor protection