Winter can be a difficult time for birds, but with a little creativity and a few simple ingredients, you can create a seed bell to offer them a warm feast. Here’s how to make a natural seed bell to attract birds to your garden.

Materials needed:

• Vegan fat orpeanut butter
• Birdseed(mixture of various seeds)
• Natural rope or twine
• Silicone moldsor improvised molds (such as bell-shaped or other shaped cookie cutters)

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Instructions :

1. Melt the Fat:

• In a saucepan over low heat, melt the lard or vegan fat. Make sure not to let it boil.

2. Add the seeds:

• Once the fat has melted, remove it from the heat and add a generous amount of birdseed. Stir well to ensure the seeds are thoroughly coated.

3. Fill the molds:

• Place your molds on a flat surface and pour the seed mixture into each mold. Be sure to gently press down to eliminate any air bubbles.

4. Insert the rope:

• Before the grease hardens completely, insert a rope or natural twine into each mold. Make sure to leave enough rope at one end to hang the bell.

5. Let it harden:

• Place the molds in the refrigerator for a few hours, or until the fat has completely hardened.

6. Unmold and hang:

• Once the bells are firm, carefully remove them from the molds. Attach them to tree branches or fences in your garden.

7. Watch the Birds Enjoy Their Feast:

• Settle comfortably by the window with your family and watch the birds come to enjoy this delicious treat.

This simple and fun activity requires only a few ingredients and offers a perfect opportunity to spend quality time with family while caring for our feathered friends. It also provides birds with a valuable food source during the winter months. Enjoy this moment of observation and be proud to contribute to the well-being of local wildlife.

Not sure which foods are best for each bird or how to create simple homemade bird feeders with your children? I put together a free practical, family-friendly guide — click here to explore it.

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