In the past week I've been making a lot of bird stuff. It started with the storms that came through here the week before last and knocked off some branches from our apple tree. I decided I'd make perches since the birds, especially Sydney, need more perches.
So far, I've only given some to Sydney. She really likes them. Which is awesome because she hardly likes anything.
Then the broken branches gave the inspiration to make a hanging playgym-thing for Digby. I thought the idea was a good one, but was fairly sure she'd be afraid of it. She's not. She loves it! I'm planning on adding a couple toys to it as well.
I also have been wanting an orbit or atom or oddball or something like that. I saw a post on Avian Avenue about making one with instructions. I borrowed the idea, using the directions, but I used jute instead of cotton rope. None of the birds have gotten a chance to use it yet.
From the orbit, I got the idea to make a swing for Sydney. I think this is my favourite thing I made. She hates it, of course, but it's staying in her cage because I really like it. Sydney will just have to deal with it.
After I finished my orbit, I decided to make a quick, simple toy. It is just very simple and will probably be destroyed within two or three days when I give it to Lenore.
I also have one more thing in the works. It's pretty big and I'm really excited about it. Now, if I could just find the drill bit I need...
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7 years ago
Hm I thought I left a comment here but I must have deleted it. Just wanted to say that I live those toys and perches. You should teach me how to make perches!!! That swing is really nice, it looks very professional.
Thank you for the compliments. :) The perches are pretty easy to make. There are directions here: http://www.mdvaden.com/bird_perches.shtml and here: http://www.ehow.com/how_5060903_build-bird-perches.html Next time I make perches (won't be long because I still have a ton of wood I can use) I'll take some pictures and post a little tutorial.