Pine cone bird feeder

How to make it

1. 

   1

   Tie on the string

   Wrap string around the top of each cone, between the scales. Knot it with a long loop.

2. 

   2

   Pour the seed

   Fill a baking tray with birdseed. It catches spills too.

3. 

   3

   Spread the shortening

   Smear shortening into the gaps with a butter knife. Kids love this messy part.

4. 

   4

   Roll in seed

   Roll the cone in the tray and press seed into the sticky spots.

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   5

   Hang by a window

   Tie it on a branch or hook you can see from your favorite chair.