Decorative Birdhouses
So you want to put a birdhouse in the backyard. You've don a
little research and think the birds you want to attract might
actually nest in a birdhouse, or you aren't really
particular. But you're looking forward to the sights and
sounds of birds in the yard. But, since you are putting all
that effort into it, you would like to come up with a
birdhouse that is somewhat unique, and is as attractive to
your guests as it is to the birds. With that in mind we take
a look at some decorative birdhouse ideas that might be the
perfect fit for your backyard.
There is an almost limitless number of decorative birdhouse
ideas, but there are a few broad categories that have proved
to be popular over the last few years. Some examples include:
Victorian Birdhouses - These tend to be some
of the most grandiose of birdhouses. Modeled after some of
the Victorian mansions, which in themselves were usually
given to conspicuous consumption and a somewhat grand themes,
these are a real treat and for those of us who can't afford a
mansion this can be the next best thing.
Cottage Bird Houses - This is quite
different from the elegance from a Victorian bird house.
Cottage bird houses recall more of an intimate small cottage
setting. Because of the smaller size, these are often
designed to attract smaller birds like wrens. These are one
of the most popular, so there are many different designs to
choose from.
Log Cabin Birdhouses - Echoing our countries
humble beginnings, you can find these log cabins in a range
of sizes and wood types, try conventional log cabin bird
house, or take a look at a
bamboo birdhouse. A
different look for your yard.
These are just a few of the styles of decorative birdhouses
you can find. Creating bird houses unleashes the creativity
of many artisans, so there are literally thousands of
different designs you can find.