It's Me, ChristyB Lifestyle blog of a middle-aged mom of two

Next in the series of homemade bird treats is this bird feeder made from a grapevine wreath. It is beautiful to look at and even more fun when the birds stop by for a treat. This is one of my favorite DIYs. Begin with the cheapest 10″ grease splatter screen you can find. I spray painted mine brown so it would blend in with the grapevine wreath. Next top with a 10″ grapevine wreath and secure the two together with floral wire. Tie on three pieces of jute for a hanger. Decorate with natural items. I collected things from around the yard – a few sprigs of yew and pine, dried gum balls and oranges I dried in the oven – simply tucked into the wreath. Fill the feeder with bird-friendly treats. I added bird seed, apple slices, unsalted peanuts, plain popcorn, raisins, dried cranberries and peanut suet nuggets....