Carving a bird bath from stone

[@adelaferreira4575]

I think your labor of love is a bigger gift than just getting the money out of your pocket to buy some flowers,that’s a beautiful birth bath that will be there long after you are gone !

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Much appreciated! Thank you. This bird bath has provided hours and hours of entertainment for us.

[@ham4art]

you did good - she would be crazy to not just love this effort.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much

[@KamaileXo]

THAT is badass. She going to love it!! This is WAY better than flowers!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Agreed!! Thank you. It sits right outside our front window! It is great to drink the morning coffee and watch the birds enjoy it. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@judydening8128]

She'll LOVE it!!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you. She does! So do the birds!!

[@willong1000]

Valid points made about depth and texture, but here are a couple additional considerations and suggestions: If someone is around everyday to replenish the water that shallow design works fine. However, such a small volume will evaporate quickly. People who are away from home days at a time might want to carve their birdbath with a bottom that slopes gradually to a deeper end like a typical municipal swimming pool. Such a design will always have an area of shallow water that will appeal to the birds while keeping water available longer without attendance. If made to hold a large volume of water, say several gallons, drilling a drain passage through the stone at the deep end will facilitate cleaning without the need to bail the dirtied water (birdbaths should be cleaned regularly to prevent concentration of bacteria and other pathogens). Regularly attracting birds and small mammals (squirrels, chipmunks and such will likely use the bath as a watering point if there is not another convenient source in the area) to a site will make them more vulnerable to predators. It's a good idea to keep that in mind when deciding where to site a birdbath or feeder. I'm no ornithologist, so there might be better choices, but I actually placed a few smaller baths on the margin and slightly into woodland and brush habitat behind my house that I figured would provide the birds escapement cover. I also placed wire enclosures with large grid openings that posed no barrier to small birds' passage but would make it more difficult for predators such as coyotes, raccoons and cats to catch the birds unaware.

[@dannykelton8857]

Good Luck and Happy 7th Anniversary!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you Danny

[@nirmalaroshan2887]

Awesome job...long live lovely couple

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

You are so kind Thank you!

[@bobmariano3731]

Awesome video ! 👍 better gift than flowers 🌺 for the wife , this was specially made & will last a lifetime. Well done 👍 gonna make a few myself , thx for the info & ideas 💡.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Much appreciated man! This was a fun project. Very rewarding. Makes a great gift. My wife absolutely loves it

[@hikingwithrosy]

7 years is good! We’ve been married 23 years and still loving it but still taking care to work on it. I’m sure your wife will appreciate the work you’ve put into that so know how much you love her. It’s always hard to find something different as a gift and you’ve gone for the honed from rock birdbath already! 😄 - can’t wait to see what you give her when it’s 23 years! 😄 One take away I got from this video - I need a tractor! Another interesting and informative video! - ATB, Mark 👍

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

23 years ! Impressive. I may have raised the bar too high too early ....LOL Tractors are cool ! No doubt

[@FrancesCheda]

What a lucky wife!!! Turned out awesome!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you!

[@armymatters8042]

Best pressie ever.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you!

[@jhariej.5979]

I am thrilled for your happiness. It brings me joy. Just like your channel. Namaste'

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you. Very kind of you

[@Kathy_Is_Blessed]

Oh my goodness! You are a very thoughtful man. The homemade birdbath is such a beautiful and unique gift for your wife and family. 💖♥️

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Many thanks!

[@HawaiianAttitude]

That's nice! I think she'll appreciate it. Maybe carve it heart shape next time?

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

That is a good idea. We do have a heart rock garden !

[@shellywillig8157]

Way better than flowers! Beautiful.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much!

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

I love the natural look of this!! You are a jack of all trades my friend. Really cool!! Im kinda guessing this will mean more than flowers!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

I don't know man ......flowers are pretty cool .....

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

She loves it! This was a fun project! I like the natural look too! It's nice. I hope you have a kick ass weekend Tim

[@BackpackingwithBuckley]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods you too dude!!

[@cherylgray9873]

What a much loved wife!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Yes she is!

[@GlenDomulevicz]

Well done!!!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you

[@BenMcmillen]

You are one creative guy brother

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

My dude !

[@tonyrolls8566]

Nice one stoneman, great job

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you

[@IndigenousArtst]

6:40 NOOOO! You did NOT "cheap out"!! This is an anniversary gift for the AGES! It's beyond AWESOME!! Your wife is a very lucky lady! 🤩🤩🤩

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you!

[@geneticdisorder1900]

Use a leaf blower to blast the dust away, it also makes a nice outside AC while doing things like this.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

That is a great idea!

[@geneticdisorder1900]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods I have an electric one, so I don’t gas myself with fumes

[@SeniorHiker77]

Awesome project 👌 I now do us a video of some birds using it. Lol

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

That's a whole other story ! It'll probably never get used haha

[@unpavedexplorer338]

Very cool. I really dig it. Take Care.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thanks man! I hope you have a great weekend Cheers

[@JayBirdsDay]

rock on Justin!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

I see what you did there LOL ! Thanks man

[@matthewkelly4865]

Very cool gift.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you

[@ArielleViking]

Really kool to watch how you made this birdbath. A great project. Beautiful job. 💯❤👍

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much !

[@pasvilboo]

Thank you for this video! I love this birdbath!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much

[@MeetMeOutside]

Happy Anniversary ! Awesome “ Stonecraft “ BBB - “ Bird Bath Bushcraft “ very impressive my friend ! Cheers !

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Many thanks my dude!

[@richardlyness3426]

Good luck bro, looks great👍

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much

[@geradlutchman6195]

Great idea man!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you ! It was a hit!

[@krystalynnx]

You're such a sweet hubby! I bet she absolutely loved this! Made with strength and love!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Very kind of you to say. Much appreciated!

[@mfavia620]

Happy Anniversary J-Dawg and Wife. Turned out so well that it Rocks!! No pun intended!! I believe you should be the recipient of the Fred Flintstone/ Barney Rubble kick rocks 🪨 Award!! Seriously, great job!!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Hahahahaha! That would be quite the award !

[@MeetMeOutside]

“ Boulder Craft “ 😂🤣🤣 your awesome !

[@petestanhope6080]

Boulder craft... LMAO that made my day!

[@MeetMeOutside]

@@petestanhope6080 Hope your well my friend !

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Hahahahahaha.....it's all the rage...

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

LMAO

[@petestanhope6080]

@@MeetMeOutside You too brother! I’ll give you a shout this weekend.

[@kevinanderson7067]

So nice - I too have some large rocks that deserve to be more bird friendly - love the natural look of this new yard feature

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much. I like the natural look as well. Really considering polishing the tub section. It'll hold water a lot longer if I do that. But it works!

[@ILDAR2009]

Great Video !

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you! It is very rewarding watching the birds use it

[@user-tn9sk9cc5z]

Really cool! Love how you think about the birds' use of it over aesthetics. Sounds like you're as great of a husband as you're a bird bath creator. All the luck man

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you. Very kind of you to say. No point in making it if they won't use it

[@sibamukhi3235]

Nyc crafting skill 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Much appreciated ! Thank you

[@Canadian_Craftsman]

Badass bro you are a master Mason haha happy anniversary!!(=✌💚

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thanks dude! I was a mason for quite a few years

[@petestanhope6080]

Absolutely awesome Justin .. that was a lot work, I,,really appreciate this, happy anniversary!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you Pete ! I am glad you like it! A fun project

[@thebackpackblazer3973]

That's a bad ass anniversary gift my friend.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thanks dude ! She loves it !

[@kevinkiem2959]

nice job I love cutting stone and wood into art and happy anniversary

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you! I am a big fan of projects as well !

[@Goandgetit00]

You would be a pretty handy guy to have around. Happy anniversary!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much

[@fastlap2]

Fantastic job! I’m sure she liked it

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much! She loves it!

[@eaharris]

Thank you for showing how to do this. I want to put a few in my yard! :)

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

You are welcome! It is a nice feature to have out in the yard. Thanks for watching

[@Zappa870]

What a great job 👍 That will last forever. Happy Anniversary

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much !

[@projectknifehand]

Good stuff. My Harbor Freight angle grinder finally crapped the bed on me so I did spring for the lesser expensive of the DeWalts. I have some really cool wood carving "discs" for them. Bar far the sketchiest is the chain saw blade for it lol

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Those chain saw discs are crazy

[@projectknifehand]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods yeah lol. I was like how do they get away with this. I'll take one.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

@@projectknifehand hahahahaha ! I have seen them in action on many a log cabin build. ...... One mistake away from a nasty encounter....those are no joke

[@ericball6000]

Happy Anniversary, flowers are nice, but this will last forever, cheers.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you. I hope it to be in the family for generations to come. Enjoy your weekend. Cheers

[@jacygarrison4196]

This is WAY better than flowers! I would love this! Great job! I'm going to try making one!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you! Enjoy your project! It is a lot of fun

[@mikem4883]

Loved the video and the instructions.thank you.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you

[@rickbailey7183]

Beautiful work. So did your wife like it?

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

She absolutely loves it !

[@markcummings6856]

Very impressive. Happy Anniversary.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you Mark ! Much appreciated

[@anijohnson8082]

I'll bet she loved it. It came from the heart and i gotta say...I'm jealous!!! it is just perfect!1 Happy Anniversary!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you so much ! This was a fun gift to make.

[@jacobpoucher]

awesome vid man. i believe the proper name for that hammer is a "bushing hammer" fyi!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

You are correct. I'm not one to fuss over details lol

[@Doc_Watson]

Love it! You didn't cheap out - you put a lot of man-hours into that and your time is worth money. Plus it should be more valuable to her as it is something you crafted. I love how it came out and should be even more beautiful once surrounded by trees. (P.S. Great rona mask crack. :-) )

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

I was wondering who was going to say what about that rona jab! Glad you liked it. I was being incredibly sarcastic when I said that about cheapin' out hahaha. My sense of humor doesn't work so well on camera......but I usually think I'm pretty funny. The trees have already been ordered ! We have 3 pear trees and another plum tree on the way!!! Looking forward to getting those in the ground. Bit by bit......exciting stuff! Have a great weekend man! Cheers Doc

[@Doc_Watson]

I love your humor!

[@KathysOutdoorAdventures]

What an amazing gift she will love forever!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

With any luck it will be around for a few generations!

[@5eagans]

If she didn't like that, then she doesn't like her own mother! Hahahaha! It's amazing. I wish my husband would do that for me!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

🤣 Thank you very much. Maybe show him the video for some inspiration! LOL

[@maryelizabeth8839]

Such a wonderful creation giving happiness for many years. Congratulations!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you

[@BackpackingWithJason]

Happy Anniversary. That is a really cool gift. Your talents always amaze me. Can’t wait to get back in the woods with you brother 👊🏻

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

It won't be long now .......I'm looking forward to it man!

[@BackpackingWithJason]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods oh yea!!

[@InTheFieldWithSarge]

WOWZA! What a great idea! Very talented! Be careful dont get the rockrona lmao Happy Anniversary to you and your wife. I wish you both good health and prosperity. Thank You for all that you do

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Rockrona LOL ! Much appreciated Sarge ! Enjoy your weekend sir

[@InTheFieldWithSarge]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods Enjoy your anniversary my friend

[@gretchenlopez787]

Happy anniversary!!! Very cool bird bath., it came out really nice.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you Gretchen!

[@AdventureswithSpackmann]

That’s really cool man! Hope she likes it. Have you done anything like that before?

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thanks dude! I dabbled with masonry for a while. lol

[@AdventureswithSpackmann]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods thought so lol. It really is cool AF

[@All_Things_Out_Doors]

Happy Anniversary to you and the Mrs's. That has to be the coolest birdbath ever! Very awesome gift brother.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you man! This was a fun project

[@Shastavalleyoutdoorsman]

That looks familiar LOL. Came out really good bro. Happy anniversary to you guys.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you very much my friend.

[@mrisaiahnieto]

What kind of rock is that? Looks really cool by the way!

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

All I know it by is New Hampshire field stone. Thank you for watching

[@graham5208]

So cool! Can I borrow you?😂

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you! Hahahaha!

[@green_life7]

Dear sir, kindly make it a bit more deep as the quantity of water at present will evaporate in few hours in summers.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you for the suggestion. We put fresh water in it every day. Wether it needs it or not. Everything deserves fresh water !

[@cynthiacisneros1694]

😎

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Thank you !

[@concretecowboy4212]

👍✌💯🇺🇸

[@TedWright-qd1bs]

What quality blade do you use to cut the initial grid? I tried 4 1/2” masonry discs x10 but total fail. Thanks

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

I use 4 1/2" diamond infused carbide tip wheels

[@johnkuba5496]

Can i ask where you found the carbide hammer and chisel, at least the hammer? I cant find anything like them.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

These are specialty items for stone masons. You can find them at some specialized masonry stores or block plants. You may be able to find them on line. Carbide tipped chisel and carbide bush hammer. They are not cheap.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Here is a link to the bush hammer. I am sure you can find cheaper ones. But this is the exact same one I am using bellstone.rocks/products/trow-holden-hammers-trow-holden?variant=39400039415890&currency=USD&srsltid=AR57-fCzsYUtc3YfJFq0OzrlBnX_5Z1OAV933p-989aR67vJ1ZOj3_T3WzU

[@stevenhawk7751]

Now that is cool,, maybe do your names or the day you two met,, great I hope I don't get you into truble

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

not a bad idea....lol

[@rickbailey7183]

I made a 'small' bridge for my mom for Mother's Day almost 35 years ago. I thought about wood burning the date and my initials into it, but figured that would be too egotistical, plus... 'it won't last THAT long'... Nearly 35 years later it's still standing, house has had multiple owners since my mom moved (she cried because it was too big to take), has weathered a nasty tornado and a cottonwood tree falling on it. I drive past every once in a while to see if it's still there, and sure enough, it's still standing. I should've done the wood burning etching...

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

@@rickbailey7183 That is a very cool story Rick.Now I am absolutely going to date it. Thank you for taking the time to share that story

[@rickbailey7183]

@@ItsGoodintheWoods I might suggest the day you 2 got married, the date this was created, and don't forget the infinity symbol at the end...

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

@@rickbailey7183 Solid !

[@johnbuck5181]

That mask won’t prevent silicosis or Covid 😂😂😂

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

🤣

[@adelaferreira4575]

You are absolutely wrong,I have only wear this tipe of musk,and I never got covid while everybody around me did and it does also help a lot with dust,just don’t used it twice !

[@LarryDickman1]

Happy wife, happy life.

[@ItsGoodintheWoods]

Yes sir!