5. Hanging Bottle Feeder

Upcycle empty plastic bottles into convenient hanging feeders that are lightweight and portable.

Materials Needed:

  • Clean plastic bottle
  • Wooden spoons or dowels
  • Birdseed
  • String or wire for hanging

Instructions:

  1. Drill small holes on the sides of the bottle for seeds to come out.
  2. Insert wooden spoons or dowels through the holes as perches.
  3. Fill the bottle with birdseed and hang it from a branch or hook.

Hanging bottle feeders are inexpensive, easy to maintain, and ideal for small yards. They attract finches, chickadees, and sparrows.