Making this simple pine cone bird feeder is easy and doesn’t take a lot of time! Using just a few supplies you, too, can make the perfect feeder to catch a glimpse of new feathered friends!
For the first step, I filled the bottom of a shallow pan with some birdseed. A shallow cardboard box or box lid would also be perfect.
We selected a couple of pine cones that we collected on our last nature walk, and the boys got to work covering the pine cones with a layer of peanut butter.
Once your pine cone is completely covered with peanut butter, place it into the tray of birdseed. We left the top of the pinecone free from peanut butter for easier handling (and ribbon tying later).
Roll the pine cone around in the birdseed until it is completely covered.
Tie on a ribbon or piece of twine to the top of the pinecone and hang it from your favorite tree branches, and then wait for your feathered friends to come and feast!
Notes
Peanut butter is a good high-protein food for birds, and they can eat any of the same types humans do. When buying it specifically for birds, look for natural peanut butter or organic types with the fewest additives.