106+ Bird Feeder

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Opening: Attract feathered friends with a DIY Bird Feeder! Creating your own bird feeder is a rewarding project that not only provides sustenance for birds but also adds a touch of nature to your backyard. This simple guide will walk you through the process of building a basic but effective bird feeder from readily available materials.

Materials Needed:

Empty plastic bottle (soda or water bottle)
Two wooden spoons or dowels
Craft knife or scissors
String or wire
Birdseed

Step 1: Preparing the Bottle Use the craft knife or scissors to carefully cut two holes on opposite sides of the bottle. These holes should be large enough to accommodate the handle of a wooden spoon or the diameter of a dowel. Make sure the holes are aligned and positioned a few inches above the bottom of the bottle. Repeat this process a few inches higher up on the bottle, creating a second set of opposing holes.

Step 2: Inserting the Spoons/Dowels Slide one wooden spoon or dowel through the lower set of holes. Ensure a portion of the spoon bowl or dowel extends out on both sides of the bottle, creating a perch for the birds. Repeat this process with the second spoon/dowel, inserting it through the upper set of holes. Again, ensure the spoon bowl or dowel extends out on both sides. The upper spoon/dowel will act as a higher perch and also help to dispense the seeds.

Step 3: Creating Seed Dispensing Holes Using the craft knife or scissors, carefully create small holes directly above each spoon/dowel perch. These holes should be just large enough for birdseed to gradually fall onto the spoon or dowel. Be cautious not to make them too large, as this will cause the birdseed to spill out excessively.

Step 4: Adding the Hanging Mechanism Make two small holes near the top of the bottle, on opposite sides. Thread a length of string or wire through these holes, creating a loop for hanging the bird feeder. Ensure the loop is secure and strong enough to support the weight of the filled bottle.

Step 5: Filling and Hanging Fill the bottle with birdseed. You can use a funnel to make this process easier. Once filled, securely hang the bird feeder from a tree branch, hook, or other suitable location in your yard.

Conclusion: Enjoy Your New Bird Feeder! Congratulations! You have successfully created your own bird feeder. Now, sit back, relax, and enjoy watching the birds flock to your creation. Remember to regularly refill the bird feeder with fresh birdseed and clean it periodically to prevent the spread of disease.