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Make this mason jar bird feeder for your yard this summer. This quick and easy project will look great in your yard plus it makes a great gift as well!
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Mason Jar Bird Feeder

Come spring and summer, this pretty mason jar bird feeder will have all the birds dining in your yard. It's quick and easy to make with a mason jar, bird feed, gelatin, flour, and corn starch.
Age Group: Adult Crafts
Makes: 1 bird feeder
Author: Angie Holden

Supplies

  • Mason jar glass with handle
  • Dowel rod
  • 1 1/2 cups bird seed
  • 1/2 package unflavored gelatin
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup boiling water
  • Wire

Instructions

  • Boil 1/4 cup of water.
  • Add the water to a bowl and then stir in 1/2 a package of unflavored gelatin. Mix well.
  • Stir in corn syrup.
  • Then, stir in flour until everything is combined.
  • Add this mixture to the bird seed. Mix well. I find it easiest just to use my hands for this portion.
  • Stuff the mixture down inside your mason jar. Add in your dowel rod and add more of the mixture in around the rod.
  • Continue until all of the mixture is in the jar, then press down well.
  • Cut off a long piece of wire and then wrap both ends around the handle of the mason jar.
  • Hang your mason jar bird feeder anywhere in your yard where you want to attract the birds.

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