Blackbird craft – cardboard blackbird, 5–50 cm, craft blank

Spring is on its way, but the windowsill still looks bare. You are looking for a design you can decorate your own way. This cardboard blackbird is made for your next afternoon of crafting. It is a cleanly laser-cut bird silhouette. You can paint it, stick things on it or simply use it as decoration as it is. A plain blank becomes your very own window picture, a garland or a piece of table decoration.

What changes for you

• You decorate it however you like. The untreated surface takes paint, varnish and glue reliably.
• Your design still looks neat after crafting. That is thanks to the smooth surface and the precisely laser-cut outline with brown edges.
• You will find the right size for every project. Choose a width from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps.
• When crafting with children at nursery, at school or at home, you have enough blanks for everyone. The blackbird also comes in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100.
• You can craft with a clear conscience. The solid board is made from 100% recycled material.

Why this cardboard blackbird makes a difference in everyday life

Ready-made decorations look the same everywhere. A blank, on the other hand, turns out exactly as you imagine it. The blackbird silhouette brings a familiar garden bird into your home. Use it as a spring greeting in the window, as part of your table decoration or as a joint project with children. The shape is already done, so you can focus entirely on decorating.

Material & finish

The blackbird is laser-cut from 1.2 mm bookbinding board. This is a solid board with 755 g/m². It keeps its shape when you paint it or glue things on. It feels firm and smooth. The surface is smooth and untreated, so it takes paint and glue well. The brown edges are created during laser cutting. They give the silhouette a clear, clean outline. Every blackbird is made in our own production in Pößneck, Thuringia. The board is made from 100 % recycled material.

Dimensions & technical details

• Material: solid board/bookbinding board
• Material thickness: 1.2 mm
• Grammage: 755 g/m²
• Material: 100 % recycled
• Shape: blackbird silhouette, laser-cut with brown edges
• Width: selectable from 5 to 50 cm in 1 cm steps
• Reference size: at a width of 10 cm, the height is 6.5 cm
• Surface: smooth and untreated
• Made in Thuringia, Germany

How to use the cardboard blackbird

• Making blackbirds with children: each child paints their own bird. In the end, a whole flock of colourful blackbirds hangs in the window.
• For spring decorations: place a few silhouettes in different sizes on the windowsill or hang them in the window. The room instantly feels seasonal.
• For weddings, birthdays, engagements or Valentine's Day: decorate the blackbirds to suit the occasion as table decorations or name cards. Your guests will find a small surprise at every place.
• In a café, a bakery or a shop window: a few painted blackbirds are all you need to decorate your counter and display for the season. They are quick to set up, good value in a set and easy to swap at any time.
• For nursery and school: with sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100, the whole group has the same blank. And you save yourself the pre-cutting.

Good to know about the blackbird

The blackbird is one of the best-known and most common garden birds in Germany. You can often hear its melodious song at dawn and dusk. That is exactly why its silhouette suits spring and garden themes so well. Everyone recognises this bird straight away, from window pictures to table decorations.

Care & durability

There is not much you need to do. Store the untreated board in a dry place and keep it away from constant moisture. Then it will keep its shape for a long time. Painting or varnishing makes the surface more resistant. That way, your decoration stays ready to use for many seasons.

Variants & what's included

• Width from 5 to 50 cm, selectable in 1 cm steps
• Available individually or in sets of 10, 25, 50 or 100
• Supplied as an untreated craft blank – without paint and without decoration

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint the blackbird and stick things on it? Yes. The surface is untreated and smooth. It takes paint, varnish and glue well.

Why does the silhouette have brown edges? The blackbird is laser-cut from the board. This creates the typical brown edges, which give the outline a clear, clean line.

How sturdy is the board? The bookbinding board is 1.2 mm thick and weighs 755 g/m². It is a solid board that does not bend while you craft.

Is the blackbird suitable for outdoors? The board is untreated and should not be exposed to constant moisture. It is intended for sheltered spots or indoor use.

Where does the material come from? The board is made from 100 % recycled material. The blackbird is made in Thuringia.

Picture your own decorated blackbird hanging in the window. Spring already feels a little closer. Simply choose your size and quantity – and get started.