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Wildlife Tree Ornaments

Instructions on how to make some of these ornaments are located below so you and your family can make a wildlife tree for the feathered friends in your yard. 

  

Cranberry Wreaths 

  

·         Cut a 12-16 inch medium gauge florist wire 

·         String cranberries from top to bottom on wire  

·         Fill until there is a space of 1 inch on both ends  

·         Bend wire in circular shape and twist ends together to make a wreath shape  

·         Refrigerate until ready to use  

  

   Citrus Cups  

  

·         Scrape out the pulp of an orange or grapefruit 

·         Poked three evenly spaced holes through the skin using scissors, about ½ inch down from top. Poke another hole at the bottom for drainage. 

·         Thread a 10-12 inch piece of ribbon through the holes and secure with a knot 

·         Tie the three loose ribbon ends together no more than 5 inches above the fruit 

  

·         Fill the cup with birdseeds and nuts 

·         Store in a cool, dry place for 1-2 days before displaying 

  

  

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