Let’s make DIY bird nests in minutes, this easy craft is an especially fun way to add nature to the home. Wouldn’t it be great to learn an easy way to make your own birds nest in moments?
Well, today I am going to share how truly easy this gathering spot for real birds is to make and these are perfect for early spring.
These DIY bird nests can be used in different ways such as centerpieces, added to a cloche, books stacked inside an ironstone dish, or use in a vignette on your table. These nests are even a great way to add nature to a wreath on the front porch.
Also, adding a small fake egg, or a found feather or even leaving the nests empty is pretty from spring through summer when birds are extremely active.
Gather Materials for the DIY Nest:
- silk thread bird nests as seen below or Spanish moss
- gather sticks you find in your yard
- reindeer moss
- spray adhesive
- leaves from the backyard
- rubber gloves
Make the Nest Shape with Spray Adhesive
Step 1: Using Linen Thread to Make My Shape for My DIY Bird Nest Project
Here for my own bird nests, I begin by grabbing pieces of linen thread. This is from Michaels craft store in the beginner jewelry makers section. This can also be found at Hobby Lobby and on Amazon.
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So then, because the natural materials of the linen thread for the nests is loose, I spray it with spray adhesive to make the little nest stiffer and begin forming a better shape.
By the way, I advise doing this DIY project outside but because it is cold in NJ, I did this out my office window. I simply hung my own bird nest out the window to spray liberally with adhesive.
Also, I recommend wearing gloves because the nest will be extremely sticky.
My neighbors must have gotten a laugh at this woman hanging her hands outside a window while spraying an object. So then, because the natural materials of the linen thread for the nests are loose, I spray it with spray adhesive to make the little nest stiffer and begin forming a better shape.
By the way, I advise doing this DIY project outside but because it is cold in NJ, I did this out my office window. I simply hung my own nest out of the window to spray liberally with adhesive.
Also, I recommend wearing gloves because the nest will be extremely sticky.
Adding Small Pieces of Sticks, Leaves, and Moss to the Birds’ Nests
Step 2: Add Sticks to the Bird Nest
After I have the correct shape for the DIY and the spray adhesive is still tacky I add pieces of sticks in different sizes from my yard to my nest.
Next, I begin adding the sticks to my handmade bird nests. Also, this is a great time to begin adding them to the sides of the nest for more texture and a realistic look.
Besides getting the shape I speak about above I also did take advantage of the spray being sticky.
This specifically helps keep the sticks stable as I add them to other areas of this easy DIY.
Finally, I add spray adhesive in spots and place green moss on the top of the nest. This is the best way to add more texture to my bird’s nest.
After adding the moss, I also added pieces of leaves that I found in our yard inside the bottom of the nest. This is an easy quick step and will truly take moments to accomplish. This also adds more natural elements.
This is also the perfect size to add Easter eggs with a dot of hot glue. The best part is this nest to will be pretty nestled with daffodils, tulips, and other seasonal fake flowers. How about adding nests to a cloche with books, and greenery, as well as a finial or a moss ball?
This is also the perfect size to add Easter eggs with a dot of hot glue. The best part is this nest will be pretty nestled with daffodils, tulips, and other seasonal fake flowers.
Next time, I will share a couple more of my own nests as I begin sharing ideas for spring.
I hope this inspires you to give these easy steps to make a DIY bird nest in minutes a try for your own home.
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This is so creative and perfect for Spring!
Thanks so much
Wow, how original, love it!
Thanks so much!
Your handmade bird nest looks like the real thing.
Thank Paula.
This bird’s nest is amazing, Cindy! I can’t wait to try this too. I had no idea you could still form the shape after spraying the glue that is so cool. Loving and pinning as always and can’t wait to see what you’re up to this spring, CoCo
Yes but be prepared it’s very sticky.
I love bird nests, never thought to make them.
I love this, Cindy! It looks so realistic!
Thank you so much!
Wow the birds nest looks so realistic! You did a great job!!
Thanks so much Mary Anne
Such a great idea. I’d love to share a link on my Dirt Road Adventures on Sunday.
Thanks so much Rachel!
Such a great idea. Thank you so much for sharing on Fabulous Friday Link Party. We sure appreciate you. Hugs and blessings to you.
Such a realistic addition to any spring decor.
Thanks so much Janet!
Adorable bird’s nest with the perfect robin’s egg just in time for spring.
Happy Spring,
Kippi
Love this! Such a great idea!!
Super cute! Love it so much I’m featuring it on Farmhouse Friday this week. Thank you for sharing it with us. Hope you link up again soon. Pinned
Thank you so much!
Haha, I had a good chuckly thinking about your neighbors watching you hang out of the window! The nests look so real! Pinned 😊
Thanks Cindy.
Could this be any more amazing, it looks so real and beautiful!
Thank you so much!