This is for anyone asking How to Make a Birdseed Bagel.
Birdseed bagels are a great way to feed wild birds that visit.
How to Make a Birdseed Bagel
This is a simple do it yourself idea for making birdfeeder out of a bagel.
Also, this is a simple craft idea that is suitable for most ages.
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This project would go nicely with those fun nature activities. Also, this could be a fun project to do while camping.
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What exactly is a bagel birdfeeder?
A bagel birdfeeder is just what it sounds like. It is a birdfeeder made using a bagel.
Because a bagel has a hole in the center, we can attach a string to it.
That string in the bagel is used to hang the bagel feeder.
While the birds probably will not eat the bagel, they will enjoy what we put on the bagel for them.
What kind of bagel works best as a birdfeeder?
First off, using a stale bagel is what works best. This is because a stale bagel is more sturdy than a fresh one.
I would also suggest that you use a plain bagel as well.
Really, cheap bagels work as good as expensive ones. What is important is that the bagel is not fresh.
Tips for making bagel birdfeeders.
This is a simple project that is suitable for kids of most ages.
However, some children may need a bit of assistance as needed.
More tips for you
- This diy idea uses peanut butter to attach the birdseed to the bagel. If you do not have peanut butter you can try using lard or melted suet.
- Don't have a bagel on hand? Try using a pine cone instead.
- Birds are usually attracted to lighter colored seeds. I like to use a lot of the lighter seeds along with a few larger seeds such as sunflower seeds.
- Lastly, when you hang the bagel, make sure it is high enough up to keep it from other animals (such as pets!) as well as ants.
Personalize this birdfeeder project.
This project is simple and easy to make. It also does the job when it comes to feeding the birds.
Here are some ways to make this even better.
- Use colorful ribbon or twine for holidays.
- Wrap the bagel feeder to give as a gift for a relative of friend.
- Add a small dowel to the front bottom of the bagel to serve as a perch for visiting birds.
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About this homemade bird feeder project.
This is a simple do it yourself project for turning a bagel into a birdfeeder. This project can be done in less than a half hour.
This project is also suitable for most ages.
Some ages will need some assistance in completing this project.
However, just about every age can help to make this bird feeder.
Materials Needed to Make a Bagel Bridfeeder.
- Bagel- as needed. The bagel should be older or stale for best results. Also, a bagel with a larger and more open hole in the center will be easier to hang.
- Peanut Butter- ½ cup or as needed, depending on the size and amount of bagels used in this project. I like a creamy peanut butter. Any nut butter can work in this project as well.
- Birdseed- 1 cup or as needed. Again, the amount of birdseed will depend on the size and the amount of bagels you are using.
- Twine or ribbon to hang the bagel. My bagel uses a 10 inch piece of twine.
- You will also use a plastic knife to spread the seed and a foil pan or plastic dish to hold the seeds.
How to Make a Birdseed Bagel.
Step One: Prepare.
Slice the bagel lengthwise in half if it has not already been sliced.
Place the seed in the foil pan/plate/shallow bowl or similar item.
Step Two: make the birdfeeder.
- Carefully spread the peanut butter generously over the inside of the bagel where it had been sliced.
- Press the peanut butter covered side of the bagel into the birdseed that you prepared in step one. This is an easy step for kids to help with.
- Next, place a piece of twine through the hole in the middle of each bagel, and tie in a double knot where the two ends meet.
- Place the bagel with the seed side up on a plate or an item that can hold the bagel until you are ready to hang it.
Step Three: hang the bagel feeder.
Hang the bagel bird feeder on a tree branch or similar location. Make sure that the feeder is high enough to keep away from other animals or pets.
How to make a Birdseed Bagel, a simple DIY craft backyard idea that is suitable for most ages and is easy to do.
How to Make a Birdseed Bagel
Materials
- Bagel
- Peanut Butter
- Birdseed
- Twine
Instructions
- Slice the bagel lengthwise in half if it has not already been sliced. Place the seed in the foil pan/plate/shallow bowl or similar item.
- Carefully spread the peanut butter generously over the inside of the bagel where it had been sliced.
- Press the peanut butter covered side of the bagel into the birdseed that you prepared in step one. This is an easy step for kids to help with.
- Next, place a piece of twine through the hole in the middle of each bagel, and tie in a double knot where the two ends meet.
- Hang the feeder on a tree branch or similar location.
Notes
Different birds enjoy certain seeds best. But, most seeds can be enjoyed by most birds. You can simply use bird specific seeds to attract specific birds. The best seeds that all birds seem to enjoy include black oil sunflower seeds. Also, there are seed products specific for your location (to attract birds common to your area) that can be found at a local seed store or garden store.
