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Decorating Birdhouses

Use edible birdseed glue to decorate birdhouses
Prep Time6 minutes
Active Time10 minutes
Author: Melissa Haines
Cost: $5

Equipment

  • 1 paint brush or spreading utensil
  • 1 divider tray

Materials

  • ¾ cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup water
  • 3 Tbsp. corn syrup
  • 1 package Knox Unflavored Gelatine

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, pour in flour
  • Add water and mix well
  • Mix in corn syrup
  • Finally, add the Gelatine and mix

Notes

Tips and Tricks
    • you can make homemade birdhouses or buy wooden birdhouses at a local craft store
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    • Black sunflower seed is a great seed for songbirds like cardinals and tufted titmouses
    • Birds also love certain berries and fruits like blueberries, raspberries, mulberries, blackberries, strawberries (do not cut), and orange slices. These also add a pop of color to your birdhouses
    • Fresh Cranberries are usually only in season around the holidays, so grab a bag and store it in your fridge for up to one month 
Crafting with the kids
  • If you are making this with kids, it's a great idea to have a divider tray with some edible birdseed glue, seeds, paintbrushes, and other edible decorations for the birds ready to go for each child to use on their house.