21+ Epic Homemade DIY Bird Feeder To Craft Today

Here’s an epic homemade DIY bird feeder idea you can craft today—simple, creative, and perfect for bringing feathered friends right into your yard:

🐦 Epic Homemade DIY Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 empty plastic bottle or mason jar
  • 2 wooden spoons or sturdy sticks
  • Bird seed mix
  • String, rope, or wire for hanging
  • Scissors or craft knife
  • Hot glue (optional for extra hold)

Steps:

  1. Prepare the Bottle/Jar
    • If using a plastic bottle, clean and dry it.
    • Cut two small holes opposite each other near the bottom.
    • Repeat a few inches above, so you’ll have 2 levels of feeding perches.
  2. Insert Perches
    • Slide the wooden spoons or sticks through the holes, leaving the scoop ends sticking out so birds can perch.
    • Make sure holes are just wide enough for the handle to fit snugly.
  3. Add Feeding Ports
    • Right above each perch, cut a small hole (about ½ inch) so seeds can spill onto the spoon for easy access.
  4. Fill with Bird Seed
    • Pour your seed mix into the bottle/jar.
    • Seal the lid tightly.
  5. Hang It Up
    • Wrap string or wire securely around the top.
    • Hang from a tree branch, balcony, or hook where birds can safely perch.

Bonus Epic Touch ✨

  • Paint or decorate the bottle/jar with non-toxic outdoor paint.
  • Add a little roof using recycled wood or a plastic plate to protect from rain.
  • Create multiple feeders at different heights for a mini bird café.

Would you like me to give you 5 more creative variations (like teacup feeders, pinecone feeders, or upcycled tin can feeders) so you can choose the one that feels the most epic to make today?

  1. Tin Can Flower Feeder

Although we observed a number of goods made from recycled tin cans, this feeder is without a doubt the best. Making flowers out of old tin cans for your garden or backyard is a really creative concept. Brightly coloured flowers are known to attract birds, so creating a bird feeder based on this idea results in a stunning product.

These tin cans are flattened into the shape of a flower after being sliced in half. The middle part is loaded with bird seed. The cans can be painted various colours and raised off the ground on sticks. On a lovely summer day, it will also look fantastic in your garden.

2. Jute Rope Feeder

Here’s a super fun and rustic idea for a DIY Jute Rope Bird Feeder 🐦✨

🌿 DIY Jute Rope Bird Feeder

Materials Needed:

  • A small plastic bowl, coconut shell, or tin can (as the base)
  • Jute rope (thick and natural-looking)
  • Hot glue gun / strong adhesive
  • Scissors
  • Bird seed mix
  • Wooden dowel or stick (optional for perch)
  • Twine/extra rope for hanging

Steps:

  1. Prepare the Base
    • If using a plastic bowl/can, wash and dry it.
    • If using a coconut shell, clean out the inside.
  2. Wrap with Jute Rope
    • Starting from the bottom, apply glue and wrap jute rope tightly around the container until it’s fully covered.
    • This gives it a natural, rustic look and makes it blend with your garden.
  3. Add Perch (Optional)
    • Insert a small stick or dowel through the sides near the bottom as a perch.
    • Secure with glue or by drilling small holes.
  4. Create Hanging Loops
    • Cut 3–4 equal lengths of jute rope.
    • Tie them evenly around the feeder rim, then knot together at the top to form a strong hanging loop.
  5. Fill with Seeds
    • Pour in your bird seed mix.
    • Make sure it’s balanced when lifted so seeds don’t spill out.
  6. Hang Outdoors
    • Choose a tree branch, hook, or balcony railing that’s visible but safe from predators (like cats).

Epic Twist ✨

  • Braid the jute rope straps for a decorative macrame look.
  • Add a little jute roof or cover (made by coiling rope into a dome shape) to protect seeds from rain.
  • Mix in wooden beads or shells on the hanging ropes for a stylish touch.

Would you like me to sketch out a step-by-step diagram of this jute rope feeder so it’s easier to follow visually?

3. Plastic Bottle Feeder

It’s a common question: what should we do with empty plastic beverage bottles? We simply throw them away after using them again. By turning throwaway bottles into a sanctuary for small birds, we can now reduce the quantity of plastic bottles we discard.

You may use these one-litre plastic bottles as bird feeders by hanging them from windows or around your lawn. It makes use of wooden spoons to prevent the bird seed from spilling and spoon handles to enable birds to stand.

4. Plastic Bottle Cottage

Got it! You want to make a Plastic Bottle Cottage Bird Feeder – a whimsical little birdhouse-style feeder from a bottle. Here’s a fun guide:

🏡 DIY Plastic Bottle Cottage Bird Feeder

Materials:

  • 1 large plastic bottle (2L soda bottle works best)
  • Craft knife or scissors
  • Hot glue gun
  • Twigs, popsicle sticks, or cardboard (for “cottage” look)
  • Bird seed
  • Rope or wire (to hang)
  • Optional: non-toxic paint, moss, bark, or fabric scraps for decorating

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Bottle
    • Wash and dry your plastic bottle.
    • Cut out a large arched opening on one side near the bottom (this will be the bird’s entry/feeding area).
    • Smooth sharp edges with tape or sandpaper.
  2. Make the Cottage Walls
    • Use popsicle sticks, twigs, or strips of cardboard to “panel” the outside of the bottle.
    • Hot glue them vertically to mimic wood planks.
    • Leave the opening clear so birds can fly in.
  3. Add a Roof
    • Cut cardboard into two rectangles and glue them together at an angle for a sloped roof.
    • Cover with bark, twigs, or moss to give it a rustic cottage vibe.
    • Attach securely to the top of the bottle.
  4. Perch & Porch
    • Poke a hole below the opening and slide a stick through for a perch.
    • You can also hot glue a small popsicle stick “porch” at the entry.
  5. Fill with Seeds
    • Pour bird seed into the base of the bottle.
    • Keep the roof removable or cut a small “refill hole” at the top with a cap.
  6. Hang It Up
    • Use rope or wire tied around the neck of the bottle to hang from a branch or hook.

🌿 Extra Cottage Charm

  • Paint window shapes on the sides with non-toxic paint.
  • Add a little chimney (rolled cardboard tube).
  • Surround with moss or leaves for a woodland fairy-tale look.

Would you like me to sketch out a step-by-step diagram of this plastic bottle cottage bird feeder so it’s easier to visualize while you build it?

5. Plastic Jug Feeder

Our previous feeder was a recycled milk carton; this one uses a milk jug instead. Large squares have been carved into the sides of the jug. They have taken great care to protect the birds by using coloured sticky tapes.

Although it’s not strictly necessary, adding sticks to the bird feeder can make it easier for birds to stand and eat. This recycled bird feeder looks like a pretty cool idea.

6. Hanging Bowl Feeder

Great choice! A Hanging Bowl Bird Feeder is super easy, stylish, and can be made from things you probably already have at home. Here’s how to make one today:

🐦 DIY Hanging Bowl Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 sturdy ceramic bowl, metal bowl, or plastic bowl
  • Strong rope, twine, or chain (about 3–4 equal lengths)
  • Bird seed mix
  • Drill (if using ceramic/metal) or a macramé-style knot method if you don’t want to drill
  • Scissors

Steps:

  1. Choose Your Bowl
    • Pick a medium-sized bowl (not too deep so birds can perch easily).
  2. Drill Holes (Optional)
    • Drill 3–4 evenly spaced holes near the rim of the bowl.
    • If you don’t want to drill, skip this step and use macramé knots to hold the bowl securely.
  3. Add Hanging Ropes
    • Cut 3–4 equal lengths of rope or twine.
    • Thread one rope through each hole (or tie them snugly around the rim if no drilling).
    • Knot tightly underneath the bowl so it won’t slip.
  4. Bring Ropes Together
    • Gather the loose ends of the ropes above the bowl and knot them together to create a strong hanging loop.
  5. Fill & Hang
    • Pour in bird seed.
    • Hang from a tree branch, pergola, or balcony hook where birds feel safe.

Extra Creative Touches ✨

  • Use a colorful ceramic bowl to brighten your garden.
  • Add a small saucer on top as a rain shield.
  • Plant small succulents around the rim (if the bowl is wide enough) for a decorative look.
  • Try stacking two bowls (one for seed, one for water).

Would you like me to also show you how to make a “no-drill macramé-style hanging bowl feeder” (perfect if you don’t want to drill holes in the bowl)?

7. Orb Feeder

Consider creating a bird feeder that resembles a spacecraft. Or a UFO? This simple craft project may give your bird feeder a theme and give your balcony or garden a futuristic appearance.

For this feeder, you can essentially utilise old lampshades. Attach them together, then hang them from trees. Fishbowls made of plastic can potentially be used for this. Many flying buddies will be able to party in this orb feeder because to the huge hole. Birds will undoubtedly enjoy it.

8. Wine Bottle Bird Feeder

Perfect idea! A Wine Bottle Bird Feeder looks rustic, classy, and is easy to make with a recycled bottle. Here’s a simple guide in English:

🍷 DIY Wine Bottle Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 empty wine bottle (cleaned & dried)
  • A wooden base (scrap wood, cutting board, or pallet piece)
  • Metal brackets or strong wire/twine
  • Small eye hook or hanging hook
  • Bird seed mix
  • Drill + screws

Steps:

  1. Prepare the Bottle
    • Remove the label and clean the bottle thoroughly.
    • Make sure it’s fully dry before adding seed.
  2. Build the Base
    • Cut or use a flat piece of wood large enough to catch spilled seed.
    • You can add small side edges (optional) so seeds don’t fall off.
  3. Attach the Bottle
    • Place the bottle upside down on the base (neck pointing downward).
    • Secure it with metal brackets or wrap strong wire around the bottle’s body and screw it into the wood.
    • Make sure it’s snug but removable for refilling.
  4. Create the Seed Flow
    • Position the bottle neck just above the base with a small gap (about ½ inch).
    • Seeds will flow out slowly as birds eat.
    • If needed, use a wine cork with a drilled hole to control the flow.
  5. Add Hanging Option
    • Screw an eye hook into the top of the base.
    • Attach rope, chain, or wire for hanging.
  6. Fill & Hang
    • Fill the bottle with bird seed.
    • Invert carefully so the neck rests above the base.
    • Hang in a tree or on a sturdy hook where birds can perch safely.

Creative Touches ✨

  • Paint or decorate the wooden base with weatherproof paint.
  • Use multiple bottles for a wine-bottle bird feeder station.
  • Add a little roof over the base (old tin, wood, or plastic plate) to keep seed dry.

👉 Would you like me to also share a simpler version that doesn’t require drilling or woodwork (just rope and a bottle)?

9. The Pouring Wine Feeder

Numerous wine bottle tutorials demonstrate the range of bird feeders that can be made. Who would have thought that wine bottles might be used for purposes other than just keeping wine? It appears as though the bird seed is spilling out of an upside-down wine bottle that is hanging from a frame.

To keep the bottle in place, you’ll need to construct a basic wooden frame. After that, you can finish the task by filling the bottle with grains and inverting it. Isn’t it quite easy to replicate?

10. Soda Bottle Feeder

Great choice! A Soda Bottle Bird Feeder is one of the easiest and most effective DIY feeders you can make. Here’s how:

🥤 DIY Soda Bottle Bird Feeder

Materials:

  • 1 empty plastic soda bottle (500ml–2L works best)
  • 2 wooden spoons or dowels (for perches)
  • Bird seed mix
  • String or wire (for hanging)
  • Scissors or craft knife
  • Funnel (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Clean the Bottle
    • Rinse and dry your soda bottle thoroughly.
  2. Make Perch Holes
    • About 2–3 inches from the bottom, cut a hole slightly larger than the handle of your spoon/dowel.
    • Make another hole directly opposite it so the spoon slides through.
    • Repeat higher up if you want multiple perches.
  3. Cut Seed Openings
    • Just above each perch, cut a small hole (about ½ inch wide).
    • This allows seeds to spill onto the spoon or dowel perch.
  4. Insert Perches
    • Slide the wooden spoons through the holes.
    • Make sure they stick out on both sides so birds have room to sit.
  5. Fill with Bird Seed
    • Use a funnel (or make one from paper) to pour seeds into the bottle.
  6. Hang the Feeder
    • Tie string or wire around the neck of the bottle.
    • Hang it on a tree branch, hook, or balcony rail.

Extra Tips ✨

  • Use a larger bottle for fewer refills.
  • Add a plastic plate or lid at the top as a rain guard.
  • Decorate the outside with non-toxic paint or washi tape to make it colorful.

Do you want me to also show you a variation using just a soda bottle and twigs (no spoons needed) for an even simpler feeder?

11. Bird Feeders from Recycled Products

The nicest thing about building your own bird feeder is that you can utilise recyclable items from around the house. It’s a useful method to ensure that neither money nor resources are being wasted. Additionally, the retro appearance it creates is simply amazing.

such as this bird feeder that makes use of sardine tins, spoon holders, and an old license plate. Cans, bottles, wooden spoons, and old metal plates can all be used. It’s quite cost-effective and allows you to experiment with new concepts.

12. Mason Jar Feeder

Perfect choice! A Mason Jar Bird Feeder is both rustic and stylish, and it’s super easy to make. Here’s how you can craft one today:

🐦 DIY Mason Jar Bird Feeder

Materials:

  • 1 mason jar with lid (pint or quart size)
  • 1 small chicken feeder base (can be found at garden or farm supply stores) or use a shallow dish
  • Bird seed
  • Twine, rope, or chain for hanging
  • Drill (or hammer and nail)

Steps:

  1. Prepare the Lid
    • Drill a hole in the mason jar lid large enough for seeds to flow into the feeder base.
    • If you don’t have a drill, you can carefully punch holes using a hammer and nail.
  2. Attach the Base
    • Screw the chicken feeder base (or shallow dish) onto the jar lid.
    • Make sure it fits snugly so seeds can trickle out little by little.
  3. Fill with Seed
    • Remove the lid, fill the mason jar with your bird seed mix, and screw the lid back on.
  4. Hang the Feeder
    • Wrap twine or wire securely around the jar neck.
    • Hang from a tree branch, shepherd’s hook, or porch beam.

Epic Touch ✨

  • Paint the jar lid and base with non-toxic outdoor paint for a pop of color.
  • Add a mini wooden roof on top to keep rain out.
  • Wrap the jar in rustic twine or wire for a farmhouse vibe.

👉 Do you want me to also show you a no-chicken-feeder version (where you only need the jar + a simple DIY perch) so you don’t need to buy extra parts?

13. Repurposed Jar Feeder

It is possible to turn glass jars that have been unused or that have lost their lids into a lovely bird feeder. It will draw a lot of birds and look good in your balcony or garden.

The most effective feature of glass jars is their thickness, which prevents them from shattering when they collide with supporting walls. Additionally, they can support the weight of numerous birds, particularly when hung from a woollen yarn. So give this easy concept a try now.

14. Carton Box Feeder

Perfect choice! A Carton Box Bird Feeder is one of the easiest and most eco-friendly DIY feeders you can make today. 🐦♻️

📦 DIY Carton Box Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 empty milk or juice carton (rinsed and dried)
  • Scissors or craft knife
  • String, rope, or wire
  • Bird seed mix
  • Optional: Non-toxic paint, markers, or stickers for decoration

Steps:

  1. Clean & Prep
    • Wash out the carton and let it dry completely.
    • Keep the cap on to prevent water from getting inside.
  2. Cut Out Openings
    • Cut 1–2 windows on the front/sides, about 3–4 inches from the base, leaving a little “ledge” at the bottom so seeds don’t spill out.
    • Make sure the holes are big enough for small birds to hop inside.
  3. Add a Perch (optional but helpful!)
    • Poke a hole below each window.
    • Push a stick, pencil, or wooden dowel through so birds can perch while eating.
  4. Decorate (Optional)
    • Use non-toxic paints, colored tape, or waterproof markers to make it fun.
    • You can even glue on twigs, moss, or leaves to camouflage it.
  5. Fill & Hang
    • Add bird seed mix inside.
    • Poke two small holes at the top of the carton, thread string or wire through, and tie it securely.
    • Hang it on a tree branch, balcony, or garden hook.

Bonus Idea ✨

  • Cut a triangular “roof flap” above the feeding holes to keep out rain.
  • Turn multiple cartons into a bird feeder village with different shapes and colors!

Do you want me to also show you a step-by-step sketch/diagram of how the carton box feeder will look once made?

15. Egg Carton Bird Feeder

Egg cartons constructed of paper can be incredibly useful for uses other than storing eggs. similar to this charming tiny bird feeder. It’s so easy to make and hang around in the gardens and balconies.

This feeder’s biggest feature is that it only takes a minute or two to complete. Pull some ribbons through the carton after punching holes in the corners. If you want to, you can even paint it. Isn’t that a fantastic idea?

16. Toilet Roll Tube Feeder

Perfect choice! 🐦 The toilet roll tube bird feeder is one of the easiest and most fun DIY feeders to make. Here’s how:

🌿 Toilet Roll Tube Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 empty toilet paper roll
  • Peanut butter (or honey as a sticky alternative)
  • Bird seed mix
  • String (optional, for hanging)

Steps:

  1. Spread the Sticky Layer
    • Take your toilet roll tube and spread peanut butter all over the outside surface (like buttering bread).
    • If you prefer a no-nut option, you can use honey or softened suet.
  2. Roll in Seeds
    • Pour bird seed onto a plate.
    • Roll the sticky toilet tube in the seeds until it’s fully coated.
  3. Make It Ready for Birds
    • Option 1: Simply slide the tube over a branch or stick in your garden.
    • Option 2: Thread a string through the roll and hang it up like a hanging feeder.
  4. Watch the Birds Come!
    • Hang it somewhere safe from cats and other predators.

Bonus Epic Touch ✨

  • Use multiple toilet rolls on one string for a bird-feeder garland.
  • Add small twigs through the roll to make perches.
  • Decorate the roll with natural elements like leaves, bark, or twine before adding seeds for a rustic look.

Do you want me to also share a “no-peanut butter” version of this feeder in case you’d like something allergy-friendly?

17. Porch Swing Feeder

This bird feeder now has a very cute appearance. It is a small porch swing that has been loaded with bird seed. You can either make it yourself or get it from a craft store or gift shop.

It may be obtained via a doll house or used with the majority of display objects that include these swing sets. Small wooden plywood sticks or twigs can be used if you want to make it yourself. Overall, this concept appears like it would look great in a garden, on your porch, or next to your own swing.

18. Popsicle Stick Feeder

Perfect choice! A popsicle stick bird feeder is fun, easy, and looks super cute hanging in the garden. Here’s how you can make one today:

🐦 DIY Popsicle Stick Bird Feeder

Materials Needed:

  • Popsicle sticks (about 40–60, depending on size)
  • Strong craft glue or hot glue
  • String, rope, or twine
  • Bird seed mix

Steps:

  1. Build the Base
    • Lay down 8–10 sticks side by side.
    • Glue two sticks across them (one at the top, one at the bottom) to hold them together.
    • This forms a strong flat base.
  2. Create the Walls
    • Begin stacking popsicle sticks around the edges of the base, gluing each layer like a square frame.
    • Keep layering until the walls are at least 2 inches high (or higher if you want to hold more seed).
  3. Add Perches
    • Before the last few layers, glue extra sticks sticking out on two opposite sides.
    • These will act as little perches where birds can sit while eating.
  4. Make the Roof (Optional)
    • Glue sticks together side by side to form two flat panels.
    • Attach them in a triangle shape on top of the feeder for a little roof to protect the seed from rain.
  5. Attach the Hanging String
    • Flip the feeder over and glue/tie 2–3 strong pieces of string at the corners.
    • Bring them together and knot at the top to form a hanging loop.
  6. Fill & Hang
    • Pour in the bird seed, hang it on a tree branch or balcony, and watch the birds enjoy!

✨ Extra Epic Touches:

  • Paint the popsicle sticks with non-toxic outdoor paint for a colorful look.
  • Add a little swing perch underneath with extra sticks and string.
  • Make several small feeders and hang them at different heights to create a bird village.

Do you want me to also give you a popsicle stick feeder design with an open tray (easy for kids to make) or a more advanced house-style feeder?

19. Popsicle Swing Deck

Here’s another do-it-yourself project that makes use of popsicle sticks. Even though the one we saw earlier was larger, this one is still small and adorable. Despite its simplicity, birds will enjoy swinging on this little popsicle-stick swing.

20. PVC Pipe Bird Feeder

Got it! Here’s a simple PVC Pipe Bird Feeder idea in English:

🐦 DIY PVC Pipe Bird Feeder

Materials You’ll Need:

  • 1 length of PVC pipe (about 2–3 feet long, 3–4 inches wide)
  • 2 end caps (to fit your pipe)
  • Drill with hole saw or spade bit
  • Sandpaper
  • Bird seed
  • Rope, chain, or wire for hanging

Steps:

  1. Prepare the Pipe
    • Cut the PVC pipe to your desired length (2–3 feet is ideal).
    • Sand the edges smooth so birds don’t get hurt.
  2. Drill Feeding Holes
    • Drill 2–4 evenly spaced holes around the lower half of the pipe.
    • Make them about 1½ inches wide—large enough for birds to peck seed but not spill too much.
  3. Add Perches (Optional but helpful)
    • Drill a smaller hole right below each feeding hole.
    • Insert small wooden dowels or sticks to serve as perches.
  4. Seal the Bottom
    • Attach one end cap to the bottom of the pipe securely.
    • You can glue it if you want it permanent.
  5. Fill with Bird Seed
    • Pour seed mix into the top of the pipe.
  6. Close the Top & Hang
    • Place the second cap on top (don’t glue—so you can refill easily).
    • Tie rope, wire, or chain around the top and hang it from a tree branch, hook, or pole.

Extra Ideas ✨

  • Paint the PVC with non-toxic outdoor paint to make it look fun and colorful.
  • Add a small roof or cover above to protect seeds from rain.
  • Mount it on a post or fence instead of hanging, if you prefer a standing feeder.

Would you like me to also write a version of this PVC bird feeder that works as a ground feeder (good for larger birds like doves or pigeons)?

21. Burlap Thistle Sock

You may duplicate this organic concept as well. constructing a bird feeder out of a little gunny sack, or in this example, a sock. You can use an old shopping bag or purchase hessian textiles from any store.

Turn it inside out, stuff it full of bird seed, and give it a few stitches. The burlap’s tiny holes will allow birds to easily pluck out seeds with their beaks while also preventing the grains from leaking out.

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