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10 Best Birdhouse Kits for Kids and Adults

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The best birdhouse kits accomplish a lot for something that is so simple to build. They can be an art project for a family to do together, a pretty decorative piece that brightens up your garden, or the start of a budding bird-watching hobby. Or all of the above! The best thing about birdhouse kits, though? They help with conservation because they offer wild birds a safe and comfortable place to nest. And in return, your new feathered friends can help by taking care of bugs and pests around your property. (Don’t forget to add a bird feeder, by the way!)

From colorful, easy-to-execute children’s birdhouse kits to more advanced birdhouse kits for adults, we’ve found the best DIY crafts to get you—and your garden—started. However, we recommend bookmarking this page for later. Because once you build your first birdhouse kit, you’re not going to stop at just one. Keep reading for the best birdhouse kits out there right now.

01

Wood 2-Story Birdhouse by Make Market

Michael’s

$12.99

A birdhouse so roomy, you’ll be tempted to move in! But really, this two-story wooden birdhouse features the kind of charming and thoughtful little details you’d like to see on your own home, like a wraparound porch and a chimney. However, it’s important to note that this one comes mostly built—all you have to do is stain, paint, or decorate in whatever DIY way you choose.

02

Color Zone Doodle Birdhouse Kit

Michael’s

$7.99

As far as children’s birdhouse kits go, this is one of our favorites because it comes stocked with everything you need and then some. Included are markers, a glitter packet, glue, gemstones, and, of course, the precut, unassembled wood. Once it’s built, you and your little ones will have a blast decorating this home that’s sure to add flair to your outdoors. 

03

SparkJump Birdhouse Woodworking Kit

Amazon

$44.99

You don’t have to live in a midcentury home to appreciate how cool this modern birdhouse looks (though, it wouldn’t hurt). The cedar wood planters and natural stone “chimney” are unique details, too. Add a few small plants, and the birds will feel right at home.

04

Koangle DIY Birdhouse Kit

Amazon

$28.99

This birdhouse was crafted to be as functional as it is beautiful: Made with high-grade cedar wood, it features three entrances to allow for different bird species and sizes. The left-side window also opens for more convenient cleaning and maintenance, and there are several ventilation holes, so it stays drier and more comfortable during all types of weather. Best of all, Amazon customers say the assembly instructions were clear and easy to understand.

05

Beautysureup Build and Paint-Your-Own Birdhouse

Walmart

$12.69

This bird habitat serves as both a hummingbird feeder and birdhouse in one, so you can enjoy seeing a wider variety of creatures visiting your DIY bird hotel. A tip: Some reviewers recommend reinforcing with wood glue and setting any paint with a clear coat spray to make it more durable for the outdoors.

06

TuArteStore DIY Birdhouse

Etsy

$17.75

You can’t get much more eco-friendly (or higher quality) than this sustainable birdhouse kit, which is handmade using the help of a solar-powered generator. You can also paint or decorate however you wish, though the handiwork is so detailed that you may find you prefer to leave it as-is.

07

Toysmith Beetle & Bee Build A Bird Bungalow

Amazon

$16.99

Building a birdhouse with kids is a great way to spark their creativity, bond as a family, and avoid screen time. Win, win, win! Their imaginations will light up with this cheerful little cottage made from FSC-certified materials.

08

BirdKit Birdhouse Kit

Etsy

$43.79

Handcrafted in small batches in Germany, this kit is incredibly environmentally friendly. Not only is it made with locally sourced wood and shipped in recycled packaging, but the finished product itself helps promote the conservation of wild birds.

09

KaeandKole Build-Your-Own Wooden Birdhouse Kit

Etsy

$48.25

A great housewarming or birthday gift for the crafty person in your life, this build-your-own birdhouse can be personalized with their name engraved into the roof. Color coded pictures make the assembly super easy, and the seller even includes a resource list with recommended ways to decorate.

10

FunLaserGoods DIY Birdhouse Castle Kit

Etsy

$22.50

Treat the birds like royalty—quite literally—by building them a castle. It looks more complicated than it is to build: This crafting kit comes with step-by-step instructions and all the materials you’ll need but glue.

Frequently Asked Questions


What color birdhouse attracts the most birds?

Before you paint or decorate a birdhouse, think about where it will live once it’s done. Birds like their nests to be camouflaged from predators, so if the birdhouse will hang up in a tree, for example, consider going with earthy tones or even leaving the wood unfinished and natural. A birdhouse placed in a vibrant garden or on a brightly colored deck, however, can be a little more colorful.

What colors do birds avoid?

What kind of birdhouses do birds like best?

What is the best design for a birdhouse?

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