Cattail Birdfeeder Woodworking Plan

These unique cattail-shaped birdfeeders look great in your flower beds, garden or even the middle of your yard. Stand one alone or make several to use as a grouping. Requires a little wood, hardware cloth and our full-size pattern. (51" tall)

More Info

DIMENSION: each one is 51" tall

WOOD:
One 17" x 23" piece of 1/2" thick exterior grade plywood
One 3" x 5" piece of scrap 1/4" thick exterior grade plywood

Wooden Ball: One 2-1/2" dia. (#BAL25) or Two 2-1/2" dia. half wooden balls (#HBAL25)
Dowel ?Çô One 1/4" dia. x 4-1/2" long

TOOLS:
Table Saw or Circular Saw
Band saw or scroll saw with smooth cutting non-chipping blade

PAINT:
White water based primer (#PRIMQT) for a base coat
2010-Forest Green
2049-Spice Brown
2067-Leaf Green
2096-Dark Forest Green

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