I’m very excited by this craft project – mainly because it’s my first contribution to feature in MAKE: magazine (part of a new regular series) but also because I think it’s quite a neat project!
I made it during a snowy spell, after taking pity on a Robin that had taken residence in our garden (it’s funny how craft ideas often come from an actual need). I didn’t feel like braving the cold, so I made do with materials I found lying around the house – namely a few Coke cans and some disposable chopsticks (salvaged from a meal out to a Chinese restaurant). I was quite pleased with the result, I thought it looked fairly elegant, which was my initial goal.
Includes:
1) Collectable instructions – they look great stuck on the fridge!
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While on the topic of bird feeders here’s some very cool ones made from traffic light lenses. If you know of any others made from unusual materials let me know, I couldn’t find many.
Nice one, Scott! Really interesting!
- Lil J
Fukuoka, Japan
I love this! SO cute, definitely got me wanting to make a bird feeder! TY for the simple instructions!
I’ve put together a round up of great outdoor bird and squirrel crafts on Craft Gossip today and included your post.
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That’s very cool – thanks Amanda!. Scott:-)
I love all your stuff! But I check your blog everyday hoping to see a new post, I can’t wait for the next one!
Thank you – yes, I wish I could produce projects more quickly as well! Have you thought of subscribing – if you don’t use feed readers there is an option to subscribe via email, that way you’ll get an email as soon as a new post goes live. Thanks for the comment. Scott
Found these online, gratz on the Webbies
Thanks for the best wishes – and the great share. Keep well.
Congrats on the Webby award! I saw these 2 bird feeders (one, two) in my abc distributing catalog and thought of you. You rock!
Thanks Amber – nice link, thanks for the share! Scott
Very Impressive Feeder.
I saw the prototype on my last visit and know the focus you put into something visually exiting and creative as well as the time spent on the instructions. Finished product is very elegant and I sometimes wonder how I created such a genius!! Mother x
Ha ha – thanks Mother!
Super project, my dad and I made the bird feeder on Easter morning (I’m 43!) and it turned out great. Thanks!
Cool – I’m glad it worked out OK! At least I now know my instructions make sense! Thanks for the comment. Scott
I like you so much.
Thanks Katie!
Scott, what an utterly fantastic website. It is gorgeous. Love the style, the sketches, the recycled products, everything. Thanks for producing something that is visually exciting and inspiring. I’m in awe.
Thanks Lyndsey – I’ve just been checking out your impressive website! Congratulations on all your recent business accolades. Scott