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Thursday, July 14, 2011

For the Birds!

 Well, the Cranky Queen & King are having some "empty nest moments" since the Cranky Prince, Logan, has begun to drive, & has a girlfriend, & participates in all the social events that goes along with being almost 17! In short, the kid is never home!  At 1st, we took it very personal, then I remembered way back in the early 1980's when I was a teenager. I didn't stay home either. So, the Royal Couple, has decided to start a hobby that we could do together. WE are building birdhouses ...THAT IS RIGHT...if you have an empty nest, build a birdhouse!
So we had some spare wood in the basement...we found directions for "easy birdhouses" on the internet...we cut the wood.  Just to "fill you in on a little secret", Cranky King, is not a very handy man...BUT, he has started collecting tools as gifts for Christmas, birthdays, Father's Day...& has even put together a little work area in our basement!
Hubby cutting the birdhouse hole with his nifty drill.
The birdhouse in its "raw" state...
I spray painted it turquoise; sanded it; rubbed on walnut stain; let it dry
We attached an old knob for the lid & used a vintage mortise lock for the perch
We cut some old tin for faux windows & a rusty hinge for easy opening & cleaning!
The Royal Couple's first official birdhouse! Feathers stuck in the hole of the mortise lock for fun!
If you find your nest empty, or the baby bird is "trying out his wings" like our Cranky Prince...build a birdhouse.  Now we hope the birds will come

Tiffany
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25 comments:

  1. Leaping Frog Design'sJuly 14, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Love it Tiffany..And what a great idea..My little prince is only 13. But those times are coming...I will remember the birdhouse idea!!!
    Have a fantastic day!!!

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  2. Musings from Kim K.July 14, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    I love the color and distressing of the birdhouse. What a fun project.

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  3. busymarthaJuly 14, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    You crack me up! your husband did not a bad job building the birdhouse, it turned out very cute! Keep him busy building you projects,LOL, Marilyn

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  4. DearHelenHartmanJuly 14, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    Great project, what next? A dog house? Then a tree house? Then a beach house... then...?

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  5. LisaJuly 14, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    This is so awesome, Tiffany! Birdhouses are so fun! And oh my gosh, you make me laugh! And I LOVE your blog name! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog and entering my giveaway. I'm so glad you did so I could find your awesome blog! I'm now happily following you and look forward to stopping by often :D

    Lisa
    http://indymermaid.blogspot.com

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  6. TheCrankyCrowJuly 14, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    Ya know....I see a future for the two of you in the birdhouse-building business....Holy Cats!! That's all kinds of stinkin' cute!!! Love the finishing and "accessorizing!" (Obviously has the Queen's discriminating touch!!) You go Girl (and King!!) Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  7. TrishaJuly 14, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    Your birdhouse turned out great...any bird would love to live there!! Enjoy your empty nest as much as you can!!

    ~Trisha

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  8. outjunkingJuly 14, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    You know come think about we did the same thing when our kids started finding new interest. Good job. I may start back building.
    Lisa

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  9. KathyJuly 15, 2011 at 1:55 PM

    Honest to goodness...such cuteness...
    And a nice King to boot...xo

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  10. Alison @ The PolohouseJuly 15, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    That is the cutest! Love the color of paint.
    Wish my hubbie knew how to build something!

    ;)
    xx
    Alison

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  11. MelanieJuly 15, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    That's awesome!!! Love it! Albia is getting very handy! You did a great job w/ the finishes as usual! ..and Happy Birthday to Ruby! melanie

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  12. Claudia FabianaJuly 15, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    I randomly found your blog and am in love with the name! And it looks like such fun! Now following...

    Ciao from Newport Beach

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  13. Maria MatterJuly 16, 2011 at 6:17 PM

    what a fun project! love the blue & your distressing!

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  14. Dreaming of VintageJuly 17, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Great Hobby Tiffany! Your first birdhouse is adorable!
    Kelly

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  15. Linda (Nina's Nest)July 17, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Cranky King did a great job, and I love the color of blue on the birdhouse! What a great project! Linda

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  16. Sharon SimonsJuly 18, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Thank you for always stopping by my blog and leaving such encouraging comments. I really appreciate it. We must think alike. We are both thinking birds right now...

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  17. Jan@southernjunkin'July 18, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Just a little FYI...I've presented you with the Sunshine Award as a thank you for inspiring me as a new blogger!
    Blessings!!

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  18. Cindy AdkinsJuly 18, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    I just LOVE it--and adore the style and the shabby goodness and the color and the knob and the bird--fabulous, my friend!!!

    XO
    Cindy

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  19. KathyJuly 18, 2011 at 9:28 PM

    Looks like you guys have a new profession. Great job, I love the blue. Next spring you will be having lots of new families move into your neighborhood. Kathy

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  20. SwampgirlJuly 18, 2011 at 9:40 PM

    Love a man with tools! Our ebay/yard sale adventure has given us a new hobby!

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  21. Rebecca NelsonJuly 18, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Boy do I remember those days... Now that my kiddos are both grown :( it's just my guy and I. Sometimes I still say "I MISS MY KIDS!"

    He just smiles and says...I know! I know!

    :( Gone too soon!

    My guy and your guy would be best friends. TOOL MEN UNITE!

    xoRebecca

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  22. All That JazzJuly 18, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    I'd say that's a productive way to pass the time while the Cranky Prince goes about his royal way! Thanks for coming by to visit All That Jazz and have a wonderful evening!

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  23. very merry vintage styleJuly 19, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    So beautiful! Love the color and your photo with the geranium is gorgeous. thanks for linking to share the love wednesday!
    Mary

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  24. Attic RatJuly 22, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    If I were a bird, I would definitely move in.

    My husband and I are empty-nesters and we really enjoy it (the boys don't live that far away so we still get to see them fairly often)

    Your birdhouse looks great!
    Teresa

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  25. Ispirato DesignJuly 22, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    How beautiful- would you mind if I copied you!? FYI- You and Dixie Belle are in my post today!

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