Bird Houses

[WildmanJack]

Really have a good time making these, the hard part is what to use as a finish. Most of them are red oak or poplar. Gonna try some in Cherry and Mahogany, got a couple of little pieces I can use..
Jack

[Janette]

You're a brave man cutting those from such hard woods! I usually use woods such as pine, redwood and other softer woods. I did a few from walnut and poplar and they took forever. As far as finish goes, I dunk mine in danish oil then hang to dry. You could probably also use any liquid finish and a small brush.

[WildmanJack]

WOW Janette,
I just visited your website. Fantastic work!!!! Someday I want to be able to do an Intarsia of my sisters dog.. But right now I'm just having a good time making "Designer firewood" LOL..There's a gal on here that has helped me immensely, her name is Jan and she does Instarsia as well. Her stuff is just fantastic and I can't thank her enough for all the help she has been to me. I've only been scrolling for a few weeks, and I'm really hooked. One day I hope to be good enough to do some really good stuff but until then I'm happy just cuttin up wood and spending time in my shop...
All the best,
John

[Tango]

I also cut those little birdhouse from hardwood. I have been using a Gel Topcoat (wipe on Urethane). I tried a normal varnish and it kept soaking in and I had to apply 3+ coats. This Gel Topcoat wipes on and usually finishes in one coat. I know that it was a little expensive ($8 for 1/2 pint), but it saves time and one can is going a long way.
Your birdhouses our turning out Great - Good job

[WildmanJack]

Tango,
Thanks for the complements, i have to try out that "gel topcoat", never heard of it before coming to this website. So I'll do a search on it and give it a try.. Thanks again..
Jack

[ncsealeveler]

They turned out great,fine cutting.
Tony