Gourds have a long tradition of use for a variety of purposes including as dishes, instruments, and other things such as birdhouse gourds. When it comes to household items and decorations, gourds are a great thing to use. There was a time when using gourds for different purposes was a necessity and there are some places in the world where that is still the case. But for a lot of us, we have a lot of different choices for the items we will purchase.

However, gourds are used for craft projects very frequently. What this means is that this member of the squash family is frequently placed all around the house as a decoration and also hollowed out and dried for use as craft projects. Birdhouse gourds are one such craft project that you can do as long as you have the right gourds, instructions, and tools.

If you know that you want to make a birdhouse out of gourds, the first thing you need to do is find some instructions. There are different places to go. You can look for project instructions online, in magazines, and in craft books. Or, if you are very handy and creating, you can create your own project using your imagination. Either way, you want to choose a project that matches your skill level and also your own personal taste.

Once you find project instructions for the various birdhouse gourds you want to make, your next step will be to gather the materials. This includes all the gourds you will need and the tools and supplies. If you can’t find the gourds you need you can look online for the right supplies. Also make sure you have the proper tools or else the project will be a near disaster.

If you don’t want to make your own birdhouse gourds, you can always purchase the completed project. To find them, you can look online or in catalogs, search in stores, or visit craft shows to see what you can find. However, going online may be the easiest thing. Birdhouse gourds are a fun twist on the standard birdhouse and no matter if you decide to make it or buy it, it will be an interesting addition to your outdoor garden.