How to build a DIY bird feeding station in your backyard
Interested in attracting more birds to your backyard? Learn how to create a DIY bird feeding station with simple materials and tips on placement, favorite supplies and maintenance!
Supplies:
Instructions:
- Join 3 pieces of reclaimed wood to create a backdrop.
- Stencil Wild Birds Sanctuary on one side in Fusion's Coal Black.
- Attach a plant hanging bracket to the other side.
- Attach a suet basket using 2 cup hooks.
- Mount the bird feeding station to a fence, shed or where desired.
- Hang a squirrel-proof bird feeder from the planter bracket. Consider a rain guard and seed catcher as well.
- Hang a bird seed bell from an additional hook or also on the planter bracket.
- Attach a large branch along the bottom so birds can reach the suet and bird bell by standing on it.
- Fill up the bird feeder with bird seed and insert suet into the basket.
- Have water nearby, and consider planting bird-friendly flowers to attract more birds.
- Sanitize the feeder every 2 weeks with a 10% bleach / water solution, then rinse well. Allow to completely dry before filling it up again.
Notes
Visit the full tutorial on Funky Junk with loads of pictures and more details at:
https://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/bird-feeding-station/
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