Homemade Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders

Each year, as the weather starts to turn chilly, I find myself scouring my imagination (and the Internet) for indoor-appropriate, child-friendly, and inexpensive craft projects. (I know, it’s a tall order.) One of my favorite finds is this cookie cutter bird feeder recipe!

These homemade bird feeders cookie cutters are the perfect cold or rainy day craft. For one, they’re pretty inexpensive to make. In fact, you probably already have some of the ingredients for this cookie cutter bird feeder recipe at home. And what you don’t have on hand won’t break your budget.

In addition to being budget friendly, this project is pretty simple, both for kiddos and craft-challenged moms, like me. Other than dissolving the gelatin for these homemade bird feeders cookie cutters, kiddos can help out with all of the steps. Yep, this is not one of those “kids crafts” where Mom and Dad do 90% of the work!

Last, but certainly not least for this mom, this cookie cutter bird feeder recipe isn’t too messy. Sure, you might end up spilling birdseed on the floor, but that’s easy enough to vacuum up. (Unlike glitter, which seems to become permanently embedded in everything!)

These homemade bird feeders cookie cutters check all of my kids craft boxes; however they also have something else going for them—they make great homemade gifts. Yep, these cookie cutter bird feeders are adorable DIY presents for just about anyone on your kiddo’s list from his or her teacher to Grandma and Grandpa. That means not only is your kiddo entertained, they also get to give heartfelt gifts that won’t blow Mom’s budget!

Cookie Cutter Bird Feeder Materials

3/4 cup small birdseed
1 packet of unflavored gelatin
1/4 cup water
Twine
Christmas cookie cutters
Parchment paper
Straw

Cookie Cutter Bird Feeder Directions

1. Bring water to a boil over medium heat.

2. Add in packet of unflavored gelatin.

3. Stir until gelatin is dissolved (about 1-2 minutes).

4. Take gelatin off heat and let set for a couple of minutes.

5. Stir in birdseed.

6. Place cookie cutters on a piece of parchment paper.

7. Scoop the bird seed into cookie cutters, and using another piece of parchment paper, press the birdseed down.

8. Stick a straw in the top of each filled cookie cutter to create a small hole.

9. Set cookie cutters in the freezer for 20 minutes.

10. Remove cookie cutters from the freezer, and let them sit in room temperature for approximately 10 minutes.

11. Carefully push the bird seed feeders out of the cookie cutters.

12. Thread a piece of twine through the hole at the top of the bird seed feeder and tie it into a loop.

13. Wrap your cookie cutter bird feeder up to give as a gift or hang one up, and enjoy!

By hanging one of these homemade bird feeders cookie cutters near a window, you and your little ones can do some bird watching. You may see a squirrel or other critters as well!

Tip: You can turn this wildlife viewing into an educational experience. For example, ask your child to count the birds, tell you what color they are, or even identify them!

What other fun indoor activities do you enjoy doing with the kids? Please share in the comments.

If you’ve already tackled this cookie cutter bird feeder recipe and need more child oriented crafting projects be sure to check out:

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Cookie Cutter Bird Feeders

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Active Time: 15 minutes

Additional Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Want a fun, cheap, and easy craft for kids? These cookie cutter bird feeders are the perfect option. You likely already have almost everything you need for this fun winter activity for kids plus these homemade bird feeders cookie cutters make great DIY gifts just about anyone..

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Materials

• 3/4 cup small birdseed
• 1 packet of unflavored gelatin
• 1/4 cup water
• Twine
• Christmas cookie cutters
• Parchment paper
• Straw

Instructions

1. Bring water to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add in packet of unflavored gelatin.
3. Stir until gelatin is dissolved (about 1-2 minutes).
4. Take gelatin off heat and let set for a couple of minutes.
5. Stir in bird seed.
6. Place cookie cutters on a piece of parchment paper.
7. Scoop the bird seed into cookie cutters, and using another piece of parchment paper, press the birdseed down.
8. Stick a straw in the top of each filled cookie cutter to create a small hole.
9. Set cookie cutters in the freezer for 20 minutes.
10. Remove cookie cutters from the freezer, and let them sit in room temperature for approximately 10 minutes.
11. Carefully push the bird seed feeders out of the cookie cutters.
12. Thread a piece of twine through the hole at the top of the bird seed feeder and tie it into a loop.
13. Wrap your cookie cutter bird feeder up to give as a gift or hang one up, and enjoy!