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Knitted wire birdhouse #2 for under $3.00

After my first attempt at a knitted wire birdhouse, see pattern link on sidebar, I decided to try another. They are easy quick and fun, and I’m starting a series of them now. Knitted Wire Birdhouse #2 Using size 13 needles And 26 Gauge Floral Wire , I used silver approx .94 cents Two sheets of Foamies , choose your color (9 x 12 inch sheet) approx .65 cents each Optional: crochet hook, size K, (any large size will do, gauge not important) Warning: Please be careful of wire, it is sharp and can poke you, causing injury. Ouch.. Cast on 25 sts, loosely, I used the single cast on. Knit every row. The house is constructed with the cast on and bind off edges, being in the front and this will form the entry hole. While knitting you have to stretch out the wire and smooth in down, it will be very stretchy. When you reach your desired length pull and flatten it down. Similar to “blocking” Knit until it measures approx. 12 inches. You can turn the piece around and se