Pine shingles for birdhouses doll houses kits and craft projects large pieces each measure approximately 1 1 2 inch wide by 4 inch long by approximately 1 16 1 8 thick.
How to make shingles for a birdhouse. Quick tip how i make shingles duration. The profile of the bird house will determine the height of the side. 4 4 out of 5 stars 28 18 99 18. How to apply the split shingles to the bird house.
Skip navigation sign in. Find the exact middle point along the bottom of the roof using a ruler or. This width will allow your roof to overhang the sides later. Make sure this fits by entering your model number.
You should now have the profile of your bird house cut. Master artist alma kaye demonstrates on the miniature. Cut a shingle in half with a vertical cut using a sharp utility knife. Use the jig saw and follow the lines.
Now cut two simple rectangles to form the sides and connect the front and back pieces. How to build a birdhouse roof with pieces that overlap step 1. At the great american dollhouse museum in danville kentucky we learn how to make antique shingles using the veneer from a vintage door. The width should be about 4.
Cut a piece of wood paneling or other thin wood to the size and shape.