Winter is not an easy time for birds!
When temperatures drop, food (worms, insects and berries) becomes increasingly scarce...
As a result, the birds are finding it increasingly difficult to feed themselves properly.
Fortunately, you can help them get through this difficult time by installing a bird feeder in your garden or on a window.
No need to buy a feeder! Not only is it not cheap, but it's also very easy to make one yourself.
In addition, it is a great way to attract these magnificent animals and observe them without disturbing them. Kids will love it!
Hanging bird feeder, with bottle, on stake, outdoor...
We have selected for you the most beautiful DIY birdhouses that will undoubtedly beautify your garden.
So here are 23 DIY bird feeders the birds will love . Watch:
Do your children like manual activities? So why not make a bird feeder out of popsicle sticks? You can use sticks you have on hand or buy some here. Just stack them and add a support to put the birdseed in. Kids can then paint them any color they want. And you can even create different feeders for each of your trees! The tutorial here.
You can make a beautiful bird feeder with just a saucer and matching bowl (or not). You just need to drill a hole in the saucer and attach the two together. OK, it's a little bit more complicated... but not that much. This bird feeder is beautiful and the saucer protects your birds from rain, sun and other weather elements. It's like a little umbrella for the birds. The tutorial here.
You can make a very fancy bird feeder out of a teacup and saucer. To make it really unique, stick the teacup on the saucer as if it were tipping over. This makes the seeds look like they are spilling out of the cup. It's really adorable! Then just hook a ribbon or string and hang it where you want to see cute little birds. Note that you need a very strong glue. The tutorial here.
Even old wine bottles can be turned into beautiful bird feeders! Just put a small saucer under the bottle. Then, carefully poke holes in the sides of the bottles. This will allow the seeds to descend into the saucer, like in a reservoir. You can fill the bottles by pouring the seeds through the neck. Finally, all that remains is to add wire or string to hang them if necessary. The tutorial here.
Jars are essential for making beautiful decorations. For example, they are perfect for making excellent bird feeders. You also need metal chick feeders that can be found at any garden center. You will see, they are really not expensive. Then just attach them to your jar and choose a way to hang them. They make very pretty feeders and you can vary the styles to change things up a bit. The tutorial here.
Finally, anything lying around the house can be turned into a bird feeder. As long as you find a way to hang it from a tree or mount it on your outside wall, and it has bird food in it, you can make a bird feeder. Even old license plates can be used to create a whimsical and truly unique bird feeder. You will be proud of your work and the birds will love it! The tutorial here.
You can even make a bird feeder out of an old shoe. If you like things quirky and truly unique, why not nail a shoe to your tree and put bird food in it? Not only will the birds be happy to find something to eat, but your neighbors will definitely think you're the most creative person on the block.
A plastic soda bottle and a few spoons...and you have everything you need to make a bird feeder. It's very easy to do:Just make holes in the bottle for the spoons and make sure the spoons are tilted slightly downwards so the seeds can slide on them. This is a really cute idea and a great activity to do with kids. Check out the trick here.
A simple milk carton turns into an adorable feeder. Paint a milk carton or even better, have the kids do it. Make a hole for the birds to access the food. You can also put a wooden chopstick or even a wooden spoon there so that they have a place to rest when they want to eat. It's very easy to do and a great activity for kids. The tutorial here.
An old teapot can make the birds happy. Just hang it on a tree or even on the wall of your house. It can be used as a nesting box or feeder. Birds come to nest there and lay their eggs. And it's great to see eggs hatch and baby birds being born, isn't it? As a feeder it also works very well. That's a really adorable idea! The tutorial here.
Take a small log and dig it deep enough to put food in it. Then attach a chain to it to hang it on a tree. The birds will love it, because they will feel like the tree itself is feeding them.
Super original these bird feeders with teacups, aren't they? You can create a small space in the garden to install them. To make it even prettier, you can install them on poles. Just attach the teacups to the saucers then put them on poles. They are perfect for decorating a yard. And the more you put in, the more birds there will be! The tutorial here.
These feeders made with pine cones are a great classic. You can spread them with peanut butter and add seeds or coat them with lard and add seeds. Whatever your preference, these feeders are really easy to make and are awesome activities for kids to do. Make several and decorate your trees with all these little feeders.
If you love watching birds in the winter, but don't feel like going outside to watch them, why not install a bird feeder directly on the window? This small wooden feeder is very easy to make. And all you have to do is sit comfortably in your favorite armchair and watch the birds eat all day long. The tutorial here.
If you love making things out of clay, why not make a clay bird feeder? You can fashion a beautiful bowl that will be perfect for feeding your favorite birds. In addition, children love to work with clay. So if you have little ones, this is a great activity to do with them. Don't forget to add a rope or something else to hang it up. Of course, you can even paint it!
16. With a personalized jar
You can create a custom bird feeder from a jar. Just proceed as we saw above. But don't forget to decorate it with a letter, beads and whatever else you want. It's a great gift idea! So if you know people who love birds around you, consider giving them a personalized bird feeder at Christmas! The tutorial here.
An old flowerpot can turn into a beautiful bird feeder. Simply drill a few holes in the pot so the seeds are accessible. Feel free to get creative when drilling the holes to make a feeder that is both functional and decorative. The tutorial here.
For this feeder you need a bottle. Make a support with two wooden planks that form a right angle. Make holes in the vertical board and hang the bottle with wires 3 or 4 cm from the base. This is where the seeds will flow into a small dish (or the bottom of a cut plastic bottle). All you have to do is install your feeder in a place sheltered from the rain and safe from cats! The tutorial here.
With an old tin can and a sisal rope, you can make a nice bird feeder. Clean the can well and fold the lid in half so the birds can easily access the food. Wrap the rope around the box and add a small perch if desired. The tutorial here.
You can create bird feeders of all shapes and sizes using molds or cookie cutters. Mix gelatin and water to create a base. Then to the mixture, add birdseed and pour the mixture into cookie cutters. Be patient, the mixture will get hard.
Once the mix has solidified, you can hang these little feeders anywhere with a piece of string. Kids will love this activity. And don't worry if you don't have cookie cutters at home. You can use jar lids or any container to create a mold. The tutorial here.
If you're having an outdoor wedding or just want to decorate your lawn, make these feeders out of vintage teacups. A few bamboo stalks and tea cups complement each other perfectly for making these feeders. And it makes great gifts for a few euros. Imagine all those people you could please! The tutorial here.
Here is a very beautiful scented feeder. It couldn't be simpler:just cut an orange and two and empty it. Drill holes in the skin to thread a string through and hang it. Finally, fill it with seeds. These feeders are really cute and so easy to make! Additionally, you can make two feeders out of a single orange. Not to mention they smell great! The tutorial here.
No need to buy ready-made seed balls! Buy foam holders or Styrofoam balls. Spread peanut butter on top and coat with seeds. Use fabric or lace ribbon to hang them up. When the birds have eaten everything, just cover them again with peanut butter and seeds and hang them up. The tutorial here.
Have you tried making these DIY bird feeders? Let us know in the comments if it worked for you. We can't wait to read you!
