BIRDSEED ORNAMENTS

DIY birdseed ornaments are a fun way to feed the birds and make great holiday gifts or homemade presents. An easy craft for kids and perfect for hanging outdoors.

Fun crafts for kids to do at home or in the classroom.

Quick and easy to make in 15 minutes and it’s no bake and only uses 3 ingredients plus water.

Little hands will love hanging birdseed Christmas ornaments on the tree.

Homemade bird seed ornaments can attract birds to the backyard in warm weather and in winter.

Why We Love BIRDSEED ORNAMENTS

INGREDIENTS

– Wild finch blend – Water – Unflavored gelatin packets – Light corn syrup

PREP TIME: 15 min

REST TIME: 8 hrs

Sprinkle the gelatin over cool water, stir, and pour in hot water. Stir the corn syrup into the gelatin and then mix in the birdseed.

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Spoon the seed mixture into the cookie cutters until full.

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Use a small piece of wax paper or parchment paper to pack the mixture into the mold.

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Press the cookie sticks or straws about ½ to 1 inch from the top. Chill for at least 8 hours or overnight.

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Remove the ornaments from the cookie cutters and then remove the stick/straw.

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Thread each ornament with string and tie a small knot at the top.  Hang the ornaments outside in your garden or on a branch in the backyard.

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ENJOY!