Bring the other two strings to the bottom of the jar and tie tightly over and around the knot that’s already there.Īt this point, you can do one of two things. Tie tightly at the center base of the jar. Now, flip the jar over and bring strings “A” and “D” to the bottom of the jar (when the jar is upside down, this actually becomes the top). When you’re finished, strings “A” and “D” should be in their original places, and strings “B” and “C” should be opposite each other on the other two sides of the jar, like in the photo below. Hopefully the photos below will help visualize those directions!ĭo the same thing on the other side of the jar, this time using string “C”. Tie a slip knot in string “B” before pulling it tight against the jar. Pull it all the way through, then loop it up and back through the top twine that circles the jar. Loop string “B” through the bottom piece of twine that circles the jar. There will be two pieces of twine going around the jar now.īring string “B” around to the front of the jar. Tie them around the mouth of the jar so there is a knot on either side, as shown in the picture above.
Pull it through until there is 1/4 to 1/2 of the sponge on the inside.Ĭut two pieces of twine, each 6 to 8 inches in length. It takes some patience, but it can be done! It also helps to wet the sponge. This next part is the most difficult: you need to get the sponge through the small hole, which isn’t quite as easy at it seems! I poked the sponge into the hole, from the painted side, with a pair of bent tweezers then gently tugged it through from the inside. Step 3: The Tricky Part - Thread the SpongeĬut a small piece of sponge that’s about 1 or 2 square inches. One or two gentle taps with the hammer should do the trick! Then use the hammer and nail to punch a hole in the center of the lid. Put the canning lid on the jar and screw on the ring. I wanted to easily see when the feeder needed a refill, though, so I left the actual jar unpainted. I chose to apply a coat of watermelon-pink spray paint to the lid, since it’s said that pollinators are attracted to colors of the red spectrum. However, either option works for the project.ĭecide if you would like to paint your jar, lid, or both. *Since butterflies and other insects will be feeding from the sponge, I use a natural sea sponge instead of a dyed, synthetic kitchen sponge.
Butterfly feeder how to#
It’s a win-win! How to Make a Butterfly Feeder Records show that the numbers of butterflies, bees, and other pollinators are declining, so they really need our help! This simple feeder, made from a mason jar, some twine, and a piece of sponge, will help attract these friendly insects to your garden and give them a place to refuel. Here’s how to make a DIY butterfly feeder that makes a wonderful addition to any garden or flower bed. My GNOWFGLINS team members have amazing gardening tips and pointers, and with the Lord’s blessings, we always have a bountiful harvest here at Hickory Cove Farm!īut while I’m no expert on gardening, I do enjoy making and creating. As much as I’d love to have a green thumb, I don’t, so I try my hardest and glean as much wisdom as I can from posts such as these.
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