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    Unique Birdhouse-Feeder Gifts: Shop Now!

    2020 Holiday Shipping is No Laughing Matter.

    Be Wise… Shop Now for unique birdhouse gifts, bird feeders and cool birdbaths for real lasting joy!

    Holiday Shipping is No Laughing Matter
    Snowy owl yawning, which makes it look like it’s laughing.

    Online shopping has taken on new heights since spring and the pandemic. Aren’t you just sick to death of hearing about it?  But carriers have been inundated with volume so this holiday (unlike past years) definitely raises some concerns.

    For the most part, USPS, UPS and FedEx are doing a great job all things considered. But since everything is relative, there’s always a small percentage of issues with either a wrong delivery address, damage & breakage or just plain loss. And this really stinks if it just happens to be your holiday birdhouse gift to someone special.

    The struggle is real!
    So this year, we’re literally begging folks to shop early. Not only for the best selection from a small boutique of curated birding and garden gifts, but also for the very best level of customer service should any possible issues arise with your shipment.

    And those possibilities are quite real… frustrating, stressful, time consuming and just plain aggravating because the shipper has no control over such issues 🙁  It takes time, diligence, major persistence and sometimes even re-sending the birdhouse or bird feeder again. If you wait until December 10th to order your gift, there’s simply not enough time to rectify any issues should one arise.

    The little ditty below offers an idea of where things stand with holiday birdhouse and bird feeder gifts and anything else you may be planning to order online)!

    The best birdhouse gifts for holiday start right here,
    For all those on your list may they be far or near.

    Last spring folks dabbled in backyard birding, garden and yard,
    It became addictive- but ya can’t decide? So opt for a gift card.

    Fab birdhouses and feeders mostly handmade,
    Recycled or poly won’t crack, chip or fade.

    Birdbaths in all styles, curated yard art so fun,
    With covid concerns at stores maybe best not to run?

    Find a whimsical, vintage, mod, rustic birdhouse and more,
    Farmhouse & chic’s popular, their gift will make spirits soar.

    Give presents of presence but please order soon,
    Should you want it for holiday and not in June!

    For a bit of motivation, nab 10% off through October 25th.
    Use promo code 10-now.
    Some restrictions may apply.

     

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    Best Birdhouses in 2020…

    Come with Free Nesting Materials!

    Through March we’re giving away some organic premium nest materials with all birdhouses. North American songbirds adore our nest materials… even those who may not use a birdhouse will partake! A few of those non-cavity dwellers (who prefer to nest in trees and shrubs) include; cardinals, goldfinches, house finches, blue jays, robins and others.

    Cardinals won't use birdhouses

    Although the materials are found in nature, you might just jump-start the nesting process by offering the materials and having any existing birdhouses cleaned out and repaired if necessary… before birds are scouting! Unusually warm temperatures around most of the country have birds at least looking for the perfect home already.

    Because backyard birding has become so popular, you may have seen all the DIY nesting material tutorials and posts on social media. If it’s on the web, it must be true… right?

    Nope! Especially if you’ve seen this image or similar with yarn strings in a suet cage.

    Dyed nest materials can be dangerous whether birds use a birdhouse or not

    Please avoid! The DIY part is perfect and we do encourage it – but with natural, healthy and correct materials.

    Refrain from anything with dye as its not found in nature and may be harmful to hatchlings and older nestlings alike. If using raffia, strings or stringy moss (Spanish moss) be sure to cut strips short. Two to three inches is plenty as strings may become tangled in little birdie feet! Should this occur, the bird’s circulation could be in danger- possibly constricting blood flow.

    Should blue jays be terrorizing your hanging baskets, they’re most likely after the coco liner or moss for nest nest construction. Best to take an extra liner and cut pieces to place on the ground or in a suet cage.

    We have several older blog posts on the subject… from years ago and prior to social media hype. Examples from our own yard show how easy it is to DIY safely and correctly.

    Dryer lint: Steer clear! Even though it’s so soft & fluffy, fibers may contain dye which once again, are not found in nature.

    Pet hair: Definitely a yes unless fido or fluffy is on medication or they’ve been treated with flea & tick products.

    Always: Let birds do the interior decorating! Place nesting materials nearby so they can gather what works best in their own birdhouse.

    You can encourage residency and have nesting birds grace your place this season… whether they use birdhouses or not!

    Oh yeah… a few 2020 birdhouse models that rock!

     

     

    Wood BirdhouseBarn Wood Church BirdhouseFarmhouse Birdhouse is new for 2020Copper-Vinyl Birdhouse

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    Gift Guide for Nature Lovers: Best Birdhouses, Bird Feeders & Yard Art

    Nature-Lovers Gift Guide- Birdhouses, Feeders & Yard ArtEarly Birds really do catch the best selection!

    Check this year’s gift guide for handmade birdhouses, bird feeders and one-of-a-kind gifts for all nature lovers.

    12 themes with 3 suggestions for each, find cool yard art, recycled metal and more ideas for thoughtful and lasting gifts… for non-birders too.

    Birdhouses, bird feeders and birdbaths are gifts with purpose, providing an unplugged connection with nature for the recipient and helping to sustain wild birds with habitat. Gifts of nature are always a win-win and there’s never a worry of the dreaded re-gifting!

    Blackbird Friday Starts Now!

    Nab 10% off and get a free thistle sock… a great stocking stuffer that Goldfinches and others adore)

    Thru Monday 11/27 11:59 PM, EST
    Use Code Sox

    And a Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!