Make Your Own Easy Bird Bath
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Create a charming and budget-friendly bird bath by simply turning a tomato cage upside down and placing a shallow dish on top for birds to enjoy fresh water.
There’s something so peaceful about watching birds gather in your yard. Especially when you’ve created a little space just for them. I love my squirrel-proof birdfeeder, and the birds love having a bird bath to frolic in.
If you’re looking for a simple, affordable way to invite more feathered friends into your garden, this easy DIY bird bath made from a tomato cage might be just the thing.
I love projects that don’t require a lot of fuss, and this one comes together in minutes using items you may already have on hand.
What You Need:
- A tomato cage
- A shallow bowl, plant saucer, or vintage dish
- Optional: spray paint (for a decorative touch)
- Optional: Small stones or pebbles
How to Make It:
Start by turning your tomato cage upside down so the wide circular end is at the bottom. Depending on how high you want the birdbath to be is how much of the wire legs you want to cut off. As you see in my pictures, I cut it down to only having the top circle and the next circle. This creates a sturdy stand for your bird bath. If you’d like to dress it up a bit, you can spray paint the cage in a soft garden green, white, or even a vintage pastel. Whatever fits your outdoor space.
Once dry, place your tomato cage in the ground so that the circle is against the ground. Then place your shallow bowl or saucer on top of the cage. Make sure it sits securely. If needed, you can gently bend the wires of the cage inward to better support the dish.
If you decide to paint your saucer, you will need to do that first. There are a lot of nice ceramic saucers that you could use too, without painting.
Add a few small stones or pebbles inside the bowl, if you like. This gives birds a safe place to perch and helps prevent slipping. The birds on my bath would just perch on the edge with no issues. But butterflies and bees like stones to perch on. The pair of doves above came all the time. Always together. 💕
Fill with fresh water, and that’s it! You’ve created a charming little bird bath!
A Few Simple Tips:
- Place your bird bath in a quiet, shaded area where birds feel safe
- Keep the water shallow and clean—refresh it every couple of days
- Position it where you can enjoy the view from a window or porch
There’s something special about creating a welcoming space for nature right outside your door. This simple bird bath not only adds a touch of charm to your garden, but it also brings life, movement, and a bit of joy to your everyday moments.
And truly, it doesn’t get much easier than that.
Then he sent out a dove from him, to see if the water was abated from the face of the land – Genesis 8:8
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- Any size and color of a tomato cage
- Wire cutters
- Spray paint primer
- Outdoor spray paint in a color of your choice
- Polyurethane clear spray
- Terracotta pot bottom the same size as the top of your tomato cage
BIRD TRIVIA: Did you know that doves are the only birds that drink with their heads down? All other birds will take a sip and then hold their head up so the water will roll down their throats.
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That is sooo cool! I will definitely do it. I can’t wait for the weather to get better so that I can start taking care of my garden. Can’t wait.
Thank you for sharing this DIY bird bath tutorial! I didn’t think it could take only four things to make a bird bath for your garden. Also, it’s good to see that the birds have started using it in your garden!
Lucy | http://www.lucymary.co.uk
I love projects like this. It’s functional, cute, and affordable. You can’t beat that!
Such a simple DIY but it makes a huge difference for the birds. We’re getting some work done in our garden soon but once that’s done I’d love to encourage the birds to come into our garden x
This looks so nice and feels very affordable! Thank you for sharing your bird bath.
I love attracting the birds to my garden. This is such a fun DIY bird bath.