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These DIY bird feeders are budget-friendly and will attract various birds to your yard.

While some ideas aresquirrel-proof feeders, others welcome all critters to enjoy a meal.

Below, we’ve gathered 45 DIY bird feeder ideas to help you get started.

A DIY bird feeder made from a cardboard tube

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A cardboard tube holds the birdseed while a bamboo skewer is used as a resting perch for the birds.

The birdseed sits in a terra cotta plant saucer that’s hung from the macrame rope.

There’s also a wooden dowel and beads to finish it up in style.

A DIY tea cup bird feeder

A Cultivated Nest

It can then be hung by the mug’s handle on any tree branch in your yard.

Birdseed Ice Ornaments

Hello Glow

Feed the birds during the colder months with these birdseed ice ornaments.

This one is a glass store-bought feeder with a DIY twist.

A pink, yellow, and blue DIY bird feeder

Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

A rope with macrame knots holds up the feeder.

The macrame hanger is then spray-painted to create this lovelyombre effect.

This is a wonderful upcycling project that will feed the birds all season long.

A cardboard roll DIY bird feeder

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Here, she’s added birch bark to the roof.

This looks great hung up in a tree, or even sitting on a fence or railing.

There’s another feeder idea here using a tree branch that you won’t want to miss.

A macrame DIY bird feeder

Delia Creates

All the directions are included so you’re able to build your own.

It’s hung up by some twine and can be placed in any of your trees.

You could even use it to create a wholehummingbird garden.

A DIY bird feeder made out of plastic dishware

DIY Candy

A few wooden spoons are inserted so the birds have a nice place to perch while enjoying their feast.

you’re free to customize it by adding nuts, raisins, or cranberries to the bird seed.

All you oughta do is fill up the glass containers and hang it up.

A DIY bird feeder with suet in a coffee mug

Sadie Seasongoods

Simply cut the squash in half and then hang it up with some string.

Fill it with the seed and you’re ready to welcome some feathered friends.

The result is a rustic feeder that brings a special charm to your outside area.

DIY birdseed ice ornaments

Hello Glow

The birds are sure to feel right at home in it.

It uses terracotta pots, paint, and glue to make it.

It has two shelves for birdseed, suet, and fruit.

A DIY hummingbird feeder hung by macrame

Lovely Indeed

A half of a coconut hangs from the first tier and holds the birdseed.

Stencils have been used on the wood to give it a rustic look.

There are only a few supplies needed and it all starts with an ice cream waffle cone.

A vintage mason jar DIY bird feeder

Mad In Crafts

The popsicle sticks can even be painted to add a pop of color to your yard.

Baker’s twine was used to create a little bit of whimsy in this DIY bird feeder.

Gourds can also be used if you have them on hand.

A DIY bird feeder made of natural materials

My Journey to Green

With a little spray paint and some chandelier beads, this feeder went from dull to stunning.

Fairy Lighthouse Bird Feeder

This lighthouse fromA Crafty Mixdoubles as a fairy garden and a bird feeder.

It’s a one-of-a-kind feeder that the kids can help you make.

A pine cone turned into a DIY bird feeder

Fireflies & Mud Pies

This is a great project for kids but adults will have fun making them too.

you might even paint the holder to create a unique look for your yard.

A drill is needed for this project for the wire to attach and hang it from the tree.

A DIY suet bird feeder

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It’s a rustic and natural way to attract birds to your yard.

Glass marbles and beads add a special touch to this DIY bird feeder.

It was thenpainted with chalk paintwhich was used to get the beautiful blue color that you see here.

Canning jar lids turned into DIY bird feeders

Juggling Act Mama

Use paint or markers to create a colorful design before hanging.

It’s built of popsicle sticks and twine is used to hang it from a branch.

This DIY bird feeder uses a simple paper plate as the tray.

A DIY bird feeder made from a wine bottle

ChickenStreet

Chalk pens were used to decorate the outside, giving the kids a way to get involved.

You’ll need to take it apart and reassemble it andUnique Creations by Anitashows you how.

This project won’t cost you a thing if it’s possible for you to find afree palletsitting around.

A bird feeder made from a cookie cutter

Mama Papa Bubba

There are quite a few ways to feed birds without a bird feeder.

you’re free to sprinkle birdseed on just about any surface.

ensure it’s visible so you’ve got the option to enjoy the show.

A woman holding a DIY hummingbird feeder

Reaching Happy

you could also smear suet or peanut butter on branches.

Hummingbirds love to get the nectar from certaingarden flowersso consider planting those.

Other birds also like the seeds from native grasses.

A water bottle turned into a DIY bird feeder

Welcome to Nana’s

Birds like to eat other things than bird food.

It’s generally fine to put birdseed on the ground with one exception.

A DIY bird feeder made from an orange

Messy Little Monster

A DIY bird seed wreath

Koti Beth

A bird feeder made out of a candle sconce

Raise Your Garden

A DIY bird feeder made out of a shell

Darcy & Brian

A squash turned into a bird feeder

Daisies & Pie

A DIY bird feeder made out of scrap wood

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A DIY bird feeder shaped like a lighthouse

Mod Podge Rocks

A two-tiered wooden bird feeder

A Crafty Mix

A DIY bird feeder made from an ice cream cone

Momma Lew

A mason jar turned into a DIY bird feeder

Mother Daughter Projects

A DIY bird feeder made from twigs

Family Focus Blog

A DIY bird feeder made from colorful popsicle sticks

Made With Happy

A bird feeder made out of a pumpkin

The Gingerbread House

A DIY hanging bird feeder

Just a Little Creativity

A DIY bird feeder

A Crafty Mix

A bird feeder made from an apple

Rainy Day Mum

A candle holder turned into a DIY bird feeder

Surviving a Teacher’s Salary

A DIY bird feeder made out of pot lids

Sadie Seasongoods

A DIY bird feeder made out of a dried gourd

Kitchen Counter Chronicle

A DIY bird feeder made from a glass candy jar

Second Chance to Dream

A DIY bird feeder made from a napkin holder

Just a Little Creativity

A DIY bird feeder made out of a colorful picture frame

In the Art Room

A DIY bird feeder made out of duct tape

Honestly Modern

A DIY bird feeder built out of popsicle sticks

The Thrifty Apartment

A DIY bird feeder made out of a paper plate

With Love, Ima

A DIY bird feeder made out of a plastic milk jug

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A DIY humming bird feeder in a crate

Funky Junk Interiors

A DIY bird feeder made from pallets

Unique Creations by Anita