Teacup Bird Feeder

Rebecca's Garden : Episode REB-709 -- More Projects »
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Craft a teacup bird feeder from an old teacup and saucer and a length of copper pipe.

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Group several bird feeders together for a whimsical effect in the garden.
Create this birdfeeder from a teacup and saucer.

Materials:
teacup and saucer
half-inch copper tubing
end cap that fits the tubing
clear epoxy glue
copper cutters
bird seed

Steps:

  1. Turn the teacup upside down. Generously apply epoxy glue to the base.

  2. Invert saucer and place it on the bottom of the teacup.

  3. Apply glue to the bottom of the end cap. Attach the end cap to the bottom of saucer. Let dry for 24 hours.

  4. Using the copper cutters, cut the tubing to the length you want. Insert it into the end cap. Fill the teacup with birdseed and place your new feeder in the garden.