Bird Seed

Bird seed is a versatile substance that can be used in many capacities. Many of the following examples you may have already heard of and just forgotten. Others may be new. Read on for inexpensive ideas for fun and entertainment, all made possible by birdseed.

1. Decorations

Bird seed is very easy to use as a molded substance. When you and the kids are looking for something to do next weekend, consider making a birdseed wreath. All you need is a frame, something sticky and some birdseed. Don’t use glue if you are planning to put your bird seed wreath out for the birds to eat. Honey will work beautifully. To make a bird seed wreath you will need some patience, so for shorter projects read on.

2. Crafts

Bird seed is suitable for more crafts than outdoor decorations. Birdseed crafts can be made for any occasion. Birdseed ornaments are very charming at Christmas time and are less of a commitment than a whole wreath. To make birdseed ornaments, you will need basically the same supplies as you would with the wreath. Bird seed ornaments can also be done more simply following the procedure that you would use to make a glittery piece of paper. The details on how to make bird seed wreaths or how to make birdseed ornaments will come together quickly when you have your materials together and you begin rolling your frame in honey and birdseed.

3. Wedding Favors

Rice is out of style when it comes to getting married. Wedding birdseed bags are easy to make and are a great treat for the birds when the festivities are over. Wedding birdseed is a safe alternative to rice. You can choose all different kinds of bird seed in order to best match your own party.

4. Ice Melt

Bird seed may not melt the ice as well as salt, but it will give you traction when things are slick. It is also a nice gesture to the birds in the cold months when food is scarce.

5. Feed The Birds

Feeding birds with your bird seed is probably the best thing you can do with it. Wild bird seed is slightly more expensive than what you typically think of, but it is worthwhile if you’d like to draw more kinds of birds to your yard. Thistle seed bird feeders are very popular with the birds, but you may end up with a weed problem at the end of it all. Bird seed is probably the best thing to feed the birds in your yard.