3 Party Cup Crafts

Hummingbird Feeder

Here is another creative kid craft: plastic cup hummingbird feeders. This is cool way to spark a little nature lesson and is a project that has real functional use. Hummingbirds are super fun to watch, and if you’ve got a feeder in your yard you’ll likely find many opportunities to observe hummingbirds. This is a super simple craft, with some age-appropriate adult supervision required (little ones should not handle an Exacto knife).

Observing the hummingbirds will likely inspire many questions, such as where they live and what they eat. Whip up this super simple nectar recipe: a little sugar and water poured into the cup will provide a nice snack for hummingbird friends. Let the kids decorate their feeders for an added artistic element to this craft. Imagine the fun when a little hummingbird pays a visit!

Supplies

— Solo cup

— Sharpie

— Exacto knife

— Twine

— Hummingbird nectar: white granulated sugar and water

Directions

— Trace half-moon shape on either side of cup, about half way.

— Cut out half moons.

— On opposite sides, cut holes at top opening of solo cup for twine.

— Run twine through holes and tie loop.

— Make hummingbird nectar: 1 cup water, ¼ cup sugar, stir to combine. Optional: heat in microwave on HIGH for 2 minutes and cool before placing in feeder. Store for 1 week, refrigerated.