Turning a Jug into a Birdhouse
Making your own homemade birdhouse is a great way to attract birds to your yard. You can use all sorts of materials to make a birdhouse, but one option you may not have considered is using a jug. Here is how you can turn a jug into a birdhouse in a few simple steps.
Gather Your Materials
The first step in turning a jug into a birdhouse is to gather your materials. You will need a jug, scissors, string, and a wooden dowel or stick. You will also need some birdseed if you plan on using the birdhouse to feed birds.
Cut Out the Entrance Hole
The next step is to cut out an entrance hole in the jug for the birds to enter and exit. Use your scissors to carefully cut out a circle or oval shape near the base of the jug. The size of the hole will depend on the size of the birds you are trying to attract. A hole that is 1-1.5 inches in diameter should work well for most small backyard birds.
Add the Perch and Hanger
Now you need to add a perch and hanger to your birdhouse. Cut a small hole near the top of the jug and insert a wooden dowel or stick to act as a perch. Use a piece of string to create a hanger for the birdhouse by tying it around the neck of the jug.
Fill with Birdseed and Hang It Up
The final step is to fill your birdhouse with birdseed and hang it up in a tree or other elevated location. This will attract birds to your yard and provide them with a safe place to rest and eat.
There you have it – a birdhouse made from a jug! It is a simple and easy project that can be completed in just a few steps. Plus, it is a great way to reuse an old jug and give it new life as a birdhouse.
