I have seen bird bunks in pet shops etc but I thought I could make one for half the price if I had a pattern and instructions! So hopefully, seeing we are such a talented lot, that one of you will be able to help me out?? Please?? It's for my budgie "Buddy" so I only need a small one. Thanks!!

Edited September 12, 200816 yr by jenene283

Silly me what are they, do you have a picture of one?

I've never heard of them either Jenene, can you provide a bit more of a description?

This is what I'm talking about! How cute are they?? :rip: Cant you just see your budgie in one of these all snug and warm!!

 

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/BIRD-CAGE-BED-RAT-B...DVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZ

Edited September 12, 200816 yr by jenene283

Ah ha, I had a feeling you meant one of those but I've never heard it called a bird bunk before Very easy :rip: Get a piece of thin ply wood in the size you want the base. Cut two pieces of fabric just wider than the length of the wood(to allow for a seam) and long enough to allow for the bottom width plus the 'walls' (don't forget seams) and sew together on the long edges (it will turn out like a tube). Then slide your wood in to position and run a line of stitching along each side of the wood to hold it in place. Then fold your sides up and sew them together at the top, sew two pieces of cord into the top seam when you do this to attach some clips to.

 

Done

Thanks MB!! I will endeavour to make one tomorrow!! I dont know what the proper name of them is, I just copied what were called on Ebay, thanks again!!

ahh...yes I have one of those, just becareful, it does create a nesting type of behavior for hens and for cocks a more protective side I saw it in Pretty when he used his, he didn't go inside he would sit on top of it.

I have seen others which I think are called a snuggle buddy or a cuddle buddy or something like that which are tied onto the side of the cage and they are like a furry 'wing' that they can snuggle up to. Good for youngsters.

Yeah, I'd be worried about hens wanting to nest in it.

I made a Budgie Hut

 

First get two pieces of fabric. One of good quality cotton (strong print or denim or similar) and one of polar fleece or short pile normal fleece. You will also need a length of strong cotton cord. I use a good quality piping cord. Lastly you will need a section of thin, firm plastic. A piece cut from a plastic folder or I use the side of a 4ltr ice-cream container.

 

Cut one piece from each length of fabric; 37cms x 19cms.

 

Using 1cm turnings, right sides together, join both pieces of fabric along longer sides. Turn to right side and press seams flat.

 

Measure 11.5cms from one end of outer fabric and run a line of stitching straight across both layers.

 

Insert plastic piece that forms solid base into longer end of 'tube' and run another line of stitching across fabric to seal the plastic in place. You should now have the two pieces of fabric with a solid piece stitched into the centre.

 

Cut two 20cm lengths of cotton cord.

 

With outer sides together, pin top seam in place. Double over each piece of cord and place inside the new tube you have made with ends poking out of seam. Pin in place approximately 5cms from each edge of hut. Stitch right along seam firmly, catching in end of cords. Finish seam well with zig zag or overlocking stitch.

 

Turn to right side and you should have your completed Happy Hut! thumbsup.gif

 

Remember to use bird-friendly fabrics - no long-pile fleece that could trap toes or get caught round legs. Also, make sure everything is well finished off with no tempting ends to pull at or get trapped by. It is also important to be sure that your Happy Hut is in good condition for the same reasons. Some birds will chew holes in it and that could be hazardous so check your hut regularly for your bird's safety

Edited September 13, 200816 yr by Neat

MB is right it is good for youngers but it can create issues later as SW said about the nesting.