DIY Teacup Bird Feeder: A Creative Craft for Bird Lovers

If you’re like me, you might find yourself glued to the window, shouting, “Look, a blue jay!” or “Oh, a cardinal!” as you watch the birds in your yard.

So, why not get creative and make your very own DIY teacup bird feeder using vintage teacups?

In this post, I’ll show you how!

How I Found My Vintage Teacups

During a summer bike ride, I stumbled upon a treasure trove of vintage dishes, including teacups, left at the end of someone’s driveway for FREE!

I couldn’t resist going back and picking them up after I got home from my bike ride.

Did I need these dishes?

Not really.

But they were free, and I’m always up for a fun find that might turn into a useful purpose like this fun craft idea.

After cleaning them up, I ended up with a beautiful dining set for six.

I also kept a few chipped and cracked pieces, along with some perfectly fine pieces that didn't have any damage but also weren't enough to make for a full set, for future crafting ideas, like this teacup birdfeeders!

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Supplies Needed to Make Your Own DIY Teacup Bird Feeder:

Vintage teacup (with a matching saucer or bowl)

E6000 Glue (strong adhesive for crafting)

16-inch piece of string

Peanut butter (to attract birds)

Birdseed (your choice of bird feed) you can view my favorite feed HERE.

How to Make a Teacup Bird Feeder

Attach the Teacup to the Saucer

Start by applying a generous amount of E6000 glue to the center of the saucer.

Then, place the teacup sideways on top of the glue.

Allow the glue to dry for 24 hours to ensure a strong bond.

Prepare the Feeder

Once your teacup and saucer are securely glued together, spread a layer of peanut butter into the teacup and on the saucer.

The peanut butter acts as an adhesive for the birdseed.

Add Birdseed

Sprinkle your favorite birdseed on top of the peanut butter. You can choose a mix that attracts a variety of birds such as sunflower seeds, millet, or cracked corn.