Description
Create an eco-friendly pinecone bird feeder that attracts birds and brings joy to your backyard.
Ingredients
- Pinecones (cleaned)
- Peanut butter (or lard)
- Birdseed (of your choice)
- String or twine
- Baking sheet (for mess-free coating)
- Knife or spatula (for spreading)
Instructions
- Choose a large, fully open pinecone and rinse it with water to clean. Allow it to dry completely.
- Spread a generous layer of peanut butter all over the pinecone using a knife or spatula.
- Roll the coated pinecone in birdseed, pressing gently to ensure the seeds stick well.
- Cut a length of string or twine, then tie a loop at the top of the pinecone for hanging.
- Choose a suitable location in your yard to hang the feeder.
Notes
You can swap peanut butter with lard or vegetable shortening for a bird-friendly alternative. Experiment with different types of birdseed to attract a variety of birds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Craft
- Method: Crafting