DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft

Glass Art Bird Feeder in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorThe kids may be back at school but the summer sun, the heat, is still going strong; making it a fitting time for crafts and projects. In as little as one day, the daughter and I added a stunning do-it-yourself bird feeder to the yard that is more than just a bird feeder, it’s an eye-catching art piece that adds magic and whimsy to our yard. In a few simple steps you can have one of your own! 

This dazzling addition to your garden can be created as either a bird feeder or a bird bath. It’s entirely up to you and the pieces you choose.

You will need:

  • Several unique glass pieces. They can be vases, candle stick, bottles, whatever fits your fancy and stacks nicely. They can all be different colors, patterns, or all the same. You are the designer, follow your whimsy. 
  • One large plate or large shallow bowl
  • Glass glue: I used Loctite Glass Glue and Loctite GO2 Gel
  • PVC pipe
  • PVC pipe cutter
  • Rubber mallet
  • Bird seed

Glass Pieces in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorFirst things first. Find the glass pieces you want to show case in your garden. Remember, they are going to look fabulous regardless of cost. You don’t have to spend a lot of money. These can, and should, be things you either already have hidden around the house, pick up at the thrift store, or score at a garage sale. We got ours from a local thrift store. There was nothing random in our selection. We tested the pieces before purchase to see how each one fit against the other.

We picked four pieces plus a platter for the top. Once home, we verified the staking and height before proceeding. As you can see from the pictures, the four pieces together make for a rather tall piece. This could work, but we decided to nix one piece and go for something a bit shorter, bringing the total measurement equal to our small bistro table. We considered that an ideal height.

Testint height and stack in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorOnce you have determined your final pieces and the order they will go in, wash everything – thoroughly.

When clean and dry, begin gluing!

  • If two pieces have a nice snug fit, their surfaces flat and touching firmly together, the Loctite Glass Glue should work fine, giving you an instant mold between the two.
  • If two pieces have a bit of give or wiggle, then the Loctite GO2 Gel and a few hours to firm the hold is your best bet.

When the gluing process is done, you’ll have a sturdy glass post you can pick up and move without worry.

Glued glass post in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorFor our project, the top plate had a beautiful floral pattern in the glass. We decided to enhance the design by adding a little color. You can do the same on any of your pieces. If you don’t mind a little imperfection, this is a great project for your kid. Using glass paint pens, color your design and then cure in the oven at 350 degrees for fifteen to twenty minutes. Once your piece is beautified, cured, and cooled, you can glue it to the post, completing the bird feeder/bath design.

Painting the design in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorNow that you have your gorgeous glass art bird feeder, you need to properly secure it in your yard. Once you have scouted out the ideal location to house your new creation, cut three pieces of PVC pipe using your pipe cutter. Make sure they are long enough to hammer firmly into the ground. My ground was soft where we placed ours so it took long pieces. You also want the pieces to extend far enough into your bottom glass piece to make it sturdy and secure. Ideally, place the PVC pipes to coordinate with the opening width, creating a snug fit. Using the rubber mallet, hammer the PVC pipe into the ground. 

You’re ready! Slide your new bird feeder into place! Last step: add the bird feed, back away and wait. It didn’t take long for the birds to discover the new food source in our yard. Now it’s your turn.

Glass Art Bird Feeder in DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft by Debra Kristi, authorI’m rather eclectic and like a little bit of everything: glass, stone, wood, etc. What kind of things do you like to decorate your yard with? Do you enjoy visits from our feathery friends? 

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17 thoughts on “DIY Glass Art Bird Feeder Craft”

  1. PatriciaPatricia

    Wow – what a great idea. I love it! You are so creative.

    Fun stuff. I didn’t even know there were such things as glass glue and glass paint pens. The things I’m learning today.

    Patricia Rickrode
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  2. Karen McFarlandKaren McFarland

    Hi Debra! It sounds like you made it through summer. And what a great project. Just beautiful. I love the idea of different shapes of glass and they way you added a personal touch paining the glass plater. Lovely idea. Hope all is well with you and the family. ((Hugs)) 🙂

  3. Kristy K. JamesKristy K. James

    Very pretty! Nice job. I will have to remember this one day if I ever decide to ‘landscape’ more than just mowing the lawn and setting a pot of petunias on my porch. 🙂

  4. Marcia RichardsMarcia Richards

    I love this idea, Debra! Yours is gorgeous. Now I need to make one of my own!

  5. JennJenn

    That’s a really unique and really pretty bird feeder. I love the idea to keep it in place with PVC pipe. Now I’ve just got to figure out how I’d keep the neighborhood cats off of it! Very beautiful, great job!

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    November 20, 2015
  6. Alexson@Dress The YardAlexson@Dress The Yard

    I just love the idea of that DIY glass art bird feeder craft. It looks awesome and I hope daughter will love it, if I’m able to make it properly. If anymore instructions you’ve to make this bird feeder craft nicely, please share with me.

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    February 20, 2016
  7. Hazel OwensHazel Owens

    That’s a beautiful bird feeder that you made! I’m surprised that all the glass pieces were able to stay together with some glue, but I guess glass glue does the trick. It’s a beautiful piece of art, and it looks pretty simple to make. Thanks for the inspiration; I’ll have to try this out!

  8. linda Prinlinda Prin

    I love how eclectic this bird feeder is, I wonder if you could create this same post for a glass bird house. I have one and it would be such great jewelry for my yard. I will have to check vintage stores and online places to find just the right ones but your article has my creative ideas really inspired. Thank you.

  9. Oliver FeederOliver Feeder

    Hey Debra,

    What a cool idea there. That’s looks fun and interesting! Gotta try something similar with this too. Very inspiring! Thanks for sharing. Appreciate it!

    Cheers,
    Oliver

  10. TerriTerri

    Hello I like your color combo!! I’ve made birdbath feeders…I looked up your glue. It does t say glass. You have never had an issue? I have used e6000 n now using clear silicone

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