More Easy Outdoor DIY Decor
What You Need
Drill, regular drill bit, and 1-1/4-inch hole-boring drill bitTwo 1-1/4-inch fender washers1/4 x 2-1/2-inch carriage bolt7-inch-diameter terracotta pot1/4-inch nut6-inch-diameter round wooden plaqueSandpaperOutdoor acrylic paintSponge brush
Step 1: Drill a Hole
Gather the materials. Drill a hole in a fence, wall, or other surface to mount the birdhouse.
Step 2: Secure the Pot
Slide a washer over the bolt, then push the bolt through the pot’s drainage hole and into the fence or other surface. Slide a washer over the exposed end of the bolt; twist the nut onto the bolt and tighten it to secure the pot.
Step 3: Create the Entry
Drill the 1-1/4-inch-diameter entry hole in the wooden plaque, about 1-1/2 inches from the bottom edge. Sand smooth the edges of the entry. Paint only the outside of the wooden plaque to make it more weather-resistant. Let dry. Press the plaque into the pot until it is firmly wedged in place. A perch is not necessary and might provide a foothold for predators.
