I was delighted to find several old license plates for sale at my neighbour’s yard sale. I immediately grabbed several of them, and I’m excited to repurpose them. These plates are a great find, and I’m grateful to have stumbled upon them.
It is often said that one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This means that what one person may deem as worthless, another person may see as valuable. This is a perspective that can be applied to many areas of life.
I had been thinking for a while about what to do with my garden. I wanted something rustic, cute, and charming. Then, one day, I saw the pile of old license plates and I knew immediately what I wanted to do: I was going to build a birdhouse out of them!
I take pleasure in watching birds fluttering about in my garden, and I wanted to provide them with a home so they can stay for as long as they want. I did some research and found that there are some easy ways to make your garden more bird-friendly. By providing food, water, and shelter, you can attract a variety of birds to your garden and give them a place to call home.
I decided to build some license plate birdhouses for my feathered friends, and it turns out they loved them! It’s a great way to upcycle old plates and give the birds a place to stay! Plus, it’s a fun project that anyone can do. So if you’re looking for a creative way to help the environment and support your local wildlife, this is it!
A DIY license plate birdhouse is a great way to add some character to your yard without breaking the bank. Plus, it’s a quick and easy project to make, even with your kids. With just a few supplies and a little bit of time, you can create a unique birdhouse that will be the envy of your neighbours. Trust me, this simple and functional project will be a great addition to your garden or backyard.
One fun way to recycle old license plates is by repurposing them into birdhouses. This can be done by using the plates as roofing material or to construct the entire birdhouse. Not only is this a great way to give new life to old license plates, but it also makes for a unique and quirky birdhouse that is sure to stand out and give birds a place to nest.
You can easily learn how to make this DIY license plate birdhouse.
You’ll need these materials:
- The standard steel license plate
- Nails
- Hex-headed screws for securing license plate
- Stain or paint (colour of choice)
- Sides: 10-5/8″ L x 5-12″ W
- Ends: 8-3/4″ L x 5-1/2″ W
- Floor: 10-5/8″ L x 4″ W
- 1 1/8” drill bit
- 1/4” drill bit
And these tools:
- Hammer
- Screwdriver
- Measuring tape or ruler
- Saw (If your wood is not precut)
- Clamps
- Safety glasses
There are countless ways to design a license plate birdhouse, and the options are only limited by your imagination. To get started, take a look at some of these other amazing designs for inspiration. With a little bit of creativity, you can easily create a one-of-a-kind birdhouse that will be the envy of your neighbourhood.
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Looking for an easy and unique DIY project? Check out this license plate birdhouse from Felt Magnet! Made from upcycled materials, this fun project is perfect for beginner crafters. Simply follow the step-by-step instructions to create your own one-of-a-kind birdhouse.
