In this article, we’ll explore 10 different bird feeder craft projects that you can easily make with your kids. From simple peanut butter feeders to more intricate birdhouses, these projects will provide hours of fun and learning, all while attracting beautiful birds to your garden.
1. Peanut Butter and Bird Seed Feeder
This classic bird feeder is perfect for young kids because it’s quick and easy to make. By simply spreading peanut butter on a toilet paper roll and rolling it in bird seed, you create a simple yet effective feeder that birds love.
What You’ll Need:
- Toilet paper roll
- Peanut butter (ensure it’s safe for birds – no sugar or additives)
- Bird seed
- String (optional for hanging)
How to Do It:
- Take a toilet paper roll and spread peanut butter generously all over it.
- Roll the peanut butter-covered roll in bird seed, ensuring it’s fully coated.
- Tie a string through the hole in the center of the roll and hang it on a tree branch.
Why it Works: The peanut butter provides a high-energy treat for birds, and the seeds are a favorite food for various species. It’s also a great way to recycle toilet paper rolls!