Turn An Old Tree Stump Into A Yard Feature Birds Will Love

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Whether a tree fell naturally in your yard or you cut it down intentionally, you might think the stump left behind is useless. But if it's big enough, you can repurpose that old tree stump into a charming little birdhouse where your feathered friends can take respite from the weather. There are all kinds of examples of this project online where creative bird lovers attach doors and other decorative elements to the stump of a tree. TikTok user @jennifer.cline makes things a little easier and a little more functional by attaching a pre-assembled birdhouse to the stump and building a little roof to cover it. 

This project is a fun and simple way to make your backyard a friendly space for birds, but to do it successfully, but it works best when basic birdhouse guidelines are followed. Not all birds enjoy houses, and among those that do, their exact needs can vary from species to species. It's best to choose or build a birdhouse designed for a specific species, with the proper height, placement, hole dimensions, and materials required. Once you've chosen the best type of birdhouse for your yard, you can set about attaching it to the stump.

Start by cutting the top of your tree stump into an A-frame shape. Then, build an actual A-frame roof out of scrap wood and attach it to the stump using a screw gun. Next, use additional scrap wood to create a decorative truss beneath the roof. Finally, take a pre-assembled birdhouse and attach it to the front of your stump, just below the roof you crafted using your screw gun. To give the birds a place to perch, you can attach a decorative cabinet pull to the front of the house. If you want to closely match the original DIY, then these CKP #G-40 Brand Elegance Glass Collection Clear Glass Drawer Pulls are a good option.

With everything in place, you can go ahead and paint your stump birdhouse in a color of your choice. Here's where you can have a little fun with decorative touches, such as adding a mini mailbox or some personalized text. If you're not exactly looking to attract more birds to your yard and simply want to turn an old tree stump into a landscaping feature, then you can get even more creative and elaborate with your design without having to worry about each bird's specific needs.