Milk Carton Bird Feeder

Tweet, tweet! Repurpose a milk carton into an easy DIY bird feeder for kids with this clever upcycled craft idea.

Ages: 8 and up, Tween and up, 6 and up

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Supplies Needed

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Paint
Paint Brushes
Acrylic Paint
Bird Seed
Hole Punch
Permanent Markers
Twine
Upcycled Carton

Steps

Step 1

On upcycled carton side, draw outline for an opening with gel pens.
Step 2

Have an adult help cut out the opening.
Step 3

Rotate carton once and draw outline for a wing-shaped flap. Cut along outline, leaving top of wing intact.
Step 4

Rotate carton once and repeat steps 1–2.
Step 5

Repeat step 3 to complete final side of carton.
Step 6

Paint beak, wings, and bird body. Dry 1–2 hours and add second coat.
Step 7

Paint eyes above beak. Dry 1–2 hours.
Step 8

Draw pupils and details with markers.
Step 9

Hole punch top of carton. Feed twine through hole and tie ends into a knot.
Step 10

Pour bird seed into openings.
Step 11

Hang outside to let your feathered friends fill their beaks and bellies!

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