Bird Feeder from Pine Cones
WHAT YOU NEED
- winter bird seed mix (See below.)
- dried fruit pieces
- sunflower seeds
- pine cones
- string or wire
WHAT YOU DO
- Attach wire or string to the top of a pine cone to make a hanger.
- Make winter bird seed mix.
- Spread the mixture between the scales of the pine cone.
- Decorate the pine cone with bits of dried fruit and sunflower seeds.
- Chill the pine cone in the refrigerator to harden.
WINTER BIRD MIX
• ¼ cup lard
• ¼ cup peanut butter
• ¾ cup birdseed
• 1½ cups cornmeal
With an adult’s help, melt the lard and peanut butter together. Then stir in the birdseed and cornmeal. Let cool.
