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High-quality birdhouses and feeders
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Buildable bird houses and bird feeder sets are an excellent opportunity to combine crafting with bird watching. Most are aimed at children – activities such as these help foster creativity and fine motor skills – but can be enjoyed by adults as well.
The kits, usually made of wood, often come with acrylic paints and brushes. Some require tools for assembly, while others come with pre-cut pieces that slide together easily. This DIY project is suitable for ages 3 and up (younger children may choke on the pieces).
What should you look for in a high-quality birdhouse or feeder
Wild birds are most attracted to red, blue, yellow and orange. Don’t paint a birdhouse or bird feeder white; colorful birds avoid white, which makes it easier for predators to spot them.
Birdhouses come as singles or multi-packs, which often offer better value for money. Some even include wind chimes, which can enhance outdoor decor and accent existing yard ornaments.
Best birdhouses and feeders
Toysmith builds a bird bungalow
This kit has a classic gable roof design that you would normally expect for a bird house. It is made from sustainable wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council. The kit contains pieces of wood, a chain for hanging, four paint pots, a paintbrush, nails and glue.
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Melissa & Doug Created by me! Birdhouse
This birdhouse comes from an established brand known for making quality products for children. It has a gable roof and a nice leaf pattern on the front makes it stand out. The kit contains wooden panels, screws, four paint pots and a paintbrush.
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Hapray Buildable DIY birdhouse set of four
Four children can have a lot of fun building these birdhouses together. Each has a different design, so kids can choose their favourite. They all have a wooden base and a gable roof. This kit contains the unassembled birdhouses, 24 paint colors, four brushes, a painting palette, four hanging cords and glue.
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Made by me Build and paint your own DIY bird house
This bird house with gable roof is easy for children to assemble. No tools are required; you simply glue the wooden pieces together according to the instructions. The kit comes with six paint colors, a brush and a hemp hanging cord.
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Home Composer Four Pack DIY Birdhouse
This set includes both DIY birdhouses and wind chimes (two of each). The birdhouses have different structures, both with gable roofs, and the wind chimes feature a cute snail or butterfly. The kit includes pre-cut slotted wood pieces (no tools required), 12 paints and two brushes.
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Oriental Cherry Four-pack DIY Birdhouse Kit
This set consists of two birdhouses with different designs and gable roofs, as well as two wind chimes with butterfly or rainbow ornaments. The set includes pre-cut wooden pieces with slots, 12 paints, three brushes and four hanging cords.
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Plaid Enterprises Wood Surface Crafting Birdhouse
If you just want to decorate your birdhouse, consider this option. The wooden structure resembles a gazebo with its unusual five-sided roof. This birdhouse comes pre-assembled with no paint, so you’ll need to use your own or buy it separately.
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Neliblu store 12 wooden birdhouses
This set is fun for a birthday party or other gathering. It contains 12 wooden birdhouses with different designs to choose from. Each house is individually packaged with five colors of paint, a brush and a hanging cord. The set is also available as a set of six.
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Gooiea Two-pack Make your own bird feeder
These bird feeders have a charming design that resembles a beehive. They feature an attachable wind chime, with space on the ledge for several birds to feed. Each kit includes two bird feeders, eight bell bars, 12 paints, two brushes and hanging cords.
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Cedar Alpha DIY bird feeder kit
This is one of the nicer bird feeders, made of cedar wood with a gable roof. It’s one of the larger options, with enough room for several birds to feed from the plastic container. The set includes a wooden base, two plastic windows, a hanging chain, screws, paint and brushes.
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KidSquare 3-pack bird feeders
These unconventional bird feeders have a floral design that wouldn’t look out of place in the garden. The kit includes wooden plates for three feeders, three metal bowls for storing seeds, 12 paint colors, three brushes, three hanging strings and decorative stickers.
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Toysmith Paint A Bird Bistro
This bird feeder comes conveniently pre-assembled and ready to paint. The pine feeder has a gable roof and is suitable for several birds. This set comes with four paint pots, a paintbrush and hanging chain.
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