Q: How can we dry gourds so that you can use them to make birdhouse feeders? So far, we are batting zero! Hope you can help! (e-mail reference) A: I'm no expert on the subject. Drill small holes in ...

Birds flying in and out of a gourd bird feeder - Romaoslo/Getty Images Growing up, most of us learned that birds fly south for the winter, seeking out food and refuge in warmer climes. The idea is ...

DIY bird feeders offer an affordable way to attract different bird species to your yard. You can choose from hanging, standing, or tree-mounted designs to enjoy watching birds year-round. Many of ...

I cannot, for the life of me, figure out why it took me so long to make them! My sister Barbara brought a gourd over to my house one morning. “Here," she said, "Make me a birdfeeder.” I thought about ...

Birds remind us that nature goes on, even on those winter days when we less-hardy humans are stuck indoors. Making your yard hospitable to birds increases the chances they’ll make regular stops at ...

Fall is a great time to begin a bird-feeding program that will last until spring: As the temperature begins to drop, the natural food supply dwindles, forcing birds to look for alternative sources to ...

Invite a flock of birds into your back yard this fall with eco-friendly bird feeders you’ve made yourself. These projects use organic or recycled materials and can be completed in an afternoon. Fall ...

There is debate whether feeding birds in the winter is a good idea. Some folks point out that birds don’t need our help to survive winter, other than keeping cats inside and getting rid of feral ones.

The first time Judy A. Wolfe picked up a gourd, she felt a connection. It was a feeling she didn't get when she sculptured with wood or moved clay through her fingers to shape faces. The gourds, she ...

DIY bird feeders are a cost-effective method to invite various bird species to your yard. With options including hanging, standing, and tree-mounted designs, you can enjoy birdwatching throughout the ...