Five Star Gift Ideas

For someone who enjoys birdhouse building and bird feeder making, there are plenty of thoughtful and exciting gift options you could consider for your son. Here are a few ideas to help inspire you:

1. Quality Tools: Having the right tools is essential for any DIY enthusiast. Consider gifting your son a set of high-quality woodworking tools such as a chisel set, a coping saw, or a good quality drill. These tools will not only enhance his craftsmanship but also make his birdhouse building and feeder making projects easier and more enjoyable.

2. DIY Kit: If your son enjoys building birdhouses and feeders, he would likely appreciate a DIY kit that provides all the materials and instructions necessary to create his own. Look for kits that include pre-cut pieces of wood, screws, and other necessary hardware. This gift allows him to continue pursuing his hobby while challenging him to create new designs.

3. Bird Watching Guide: Help your son deepen his knowledge and appreciation for birds by gifting him a bird-watching guide specific to your region. This will allow him to learn more about the different species that frequent his birdhouses and feeders. Look for a guide that includes colorful illustrations, bird behavior information, and tips for maintaining the perfect environment for attracting various birds.

4. Birdhouse Camera: Enhance your son's bird-watching experience by gifting him a birdhouse camera. These compact cameras can be installed inside birdhouses and provide a live feed to a screen or app, allowing him to observe birds nesting and feeding up close. This gift combines his passion for birdhouse building with the joy of watching birds in their natural habitat.

5. Reference Books: Books dedicated to birdhouse building and bird feeder design can be a valuable resource for your son. Look for titles that offer guidance on creating specific types of birdhouses or feeders, provide unique designs, or offer insights into attracting specific species. These books can serve as inspiration for his future projects and further expand his knowledge of birdhouse making.

6. Bird Feeder Kits: Expand your son's bird feeder making collection by gifting him a variety of bird feeder kits. Look for kits that offer different designs, such as tube feeders, platform feeders, or suet feeders. This will allow your son to experiment with different styles and materials, encouraging creativity in his projects.

7. Subscription to Birding Magazines: A subscription to a birding magazine or publication can keep your son up to date with the latest trends, designs, and birding techniques. This will inspire him to continue exploring his birdhouse building hobby and provide him with a constant source of new ideas.

Remember, finding a meaningful gift for your son is about understanding his passion and interests. With these gift ideas related to his love for birdhouse building and bird feeder making, you can show him that you support his hobby and encourage him to continue pursuing it.

Or you can get him a star map with an important date you share.

Madeline Moran Weiler says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“The map was absolutely beautiful! My grandson was thrilled with it (it was a Christmas gift) and has already asked me if I would consider getting another one for him as a graduation gift in a couple of years.”