With all the negative stuff in the world today how wonderful it is to see someone doing something thoughtful for god’s little creatures. You are a bright spot in a negative world.
Neat, I remember about 25 years ago on one Hot July day while watering flowers with a water hose just using a fine spray--a hummingbird who must have been really hot flew into the path of the spray and just hovered there, you could tell that he was really enjoying his cool-off bath...
Love this, and it reminded me of something similar about 20 years ago not long after I bought my house. I was watering my lawn where I had had new sod and I saw 4-5 bluebirds bathing in the puddles on the sidewalk. Silly me, I started talking to them, and they tilted their heads as if they were listening. I just made a similar fountain a week ago, but I have not seen any hummingbirds or any birds using it yet. I have seen a couple of birds (not sure what kind) eating bird seeds from my feeder that is about 20 feet away.
I had the exact same type of encounter with a hummingbird. Watering my garden one early morning and he came and enjoyed a nice long bath in the water spray. It was such a magical moment that I will cherish forever.
Bless you for providing fresh water for these little friends. The unbelievable hot spells we've had this summer all over the U.S. have been unbearable. I can only imagine how hard it's been on birds and animals. Thank you so much. ✨💛✨
This has to be one of the most fun, environmentally-friendly, economical, and ingenious ideas I've seen in a while. My granddaughter is visiting next month. I think I'll get the supplies and wait to make this with her. I know's going to. get a kick out of helping creatures in nature.
Robbie! Who else has your knack for knowing what the birds need? I would have NEVER thought of scoring the cap! You are a natural at this and thank goodness we have you ❤️ I've posted before that this is my first year planting a vegetable garden and it's colorful containers only. I'm 66 and I have so many containers in my two long driveways on each side of my little homestead, that my car barely fits in the driveway now! The other day I did the lasagna method and planted 18 plants in their containers even though the last two hours poured rain down on me, I was thrilled I got it done. I'm determined to grow my own vegetables and fruit from here on out. I'm in Washington state and I've got some fruit trees and Berry bushes at home AND I'm finding out there are fruits we would grow in So. Cal that I can grow here too. This is a full time job learning from you experts AND doing the work to get growing on time, or starting early in the home. I really am forever grateful. And.... I'm a big bird feeder and this fountain will be so fun to make!
Your garden of containers you are doing sound amazing, and proving anyone can do this if we have the true interest. Good on you !!! Happy Gardening and fun with your birds there! Thank you so much 😊 ❤️💕
I had a smile on my face the entire time I watched this. I adore little hummingbirds. Thank you for showing me how to make this. I'm going to get the supplies this week!
Finally, a fountain easy enough for me! LOL I am not the least bit crafty or artistic. My plants are finally starting to grow despite that the weather has been warm for months. I refuse to give up though! Happy Gardening Everyone! 🌻🌷🌻🌷
most people tend to overwater their plants, drowning them in essence. let the dirt dry out on the top inch or so and then only water enough to moisten that.
Okay, so this is pure genius. Its such a loving gesture, and I’ll bet those hummingbirds love you right back. Thanks for such easy, relaxed instructions!
I purchased 2 table fountains. One is adorable cups and saucers piled all kiity wampus as if in a sink and water cascades. The other is bronze dishes with river stones creating a relaxing spa ambiance. Only problem is they require an outlet. Very impractical for a table decoration. These pumps are PERFECT! I'm going to fill my yard with your great ideas for the critters. You're so enthusiastic I've watched your videos over and over!
I'm absolutely fascinated watching the hummingbirds in the background outside the window, and hearing their calls! I've never been able to get more than one hummingbird at my feeders!
I have a house and a yard now! I can’t wait to start doing these thing for the birds. ❤️❤️❤️ I put out a humming bird feeder and have already spotted some of them feeding!
I wish we had humming birds in Australia. Look at all those little darlings out the windows. I love this. I'm going to make it for all the critters. Thank you for the video ❤
You made me realize I kinda take hummingbirds for granted. We also have a lesser known hummingbird moth that are really neat. They are less common to see but are really chill and would let me get really close when I was a kid.
I never expected to live anywhere that hummingbirds live - they seemed so exotic when I was a child, and I was very surprised to find that ruby-throated hummingbirds are migratory and live for about half the year in North Carolina, where I now live. ..... They are very entertaining to watch, and will fight over the feeders that we put out for them - for a bird that isn't much bigger than a bee, they are _very_ agressive. They will also buzz around my head when I am outside in the yard.
I can't tell you how much I am enjoying the Hummingbirds that are around my yard now, after following your ideas for feeders, fountains, and planting their favorite flowers. I am off work, recovering from a knee replacement and would be bored to death, otherwise. These flying little jewels are so amazing. Thank you, Robbie. ❤️ ❤
I have now ordered 3 of the solar panel fountains and I'm going to have the grandkids help me put one together this Wednesday!!! This would be perfect!!!
Im very happy to see your channel is huge. I made one of your Hummingbird fountains its so easy ❤. I gave it to my neighbor she absolutely loves it...she made me some delicious brownies PRICELESS 😂❤
Quick suggestion: if you put the holes a bit higher on the plate curve (edges), more water will accumulate on the plate before draining back down. This way the water can be a bit deeper for the other types of birds. Nevertheless, you came up with a phenomenal idea!
I have shown my hubby your channel and we will be ordering the solar pumps! We love our birds and the hummies are so exciting to watch. We can hardly wait to make a bath/fountain for them as well as others. He makes concrete rhubarb leaf bird baths, but now he wants one to have the solar fountain. We have to have the leaves get a bit bigger and then look out here come more baths now with fountains!!!
I have done small concrete fountain projects, bigger ones are coming. How cool on the leaf birdbaths he makes! Love it!!!! Now one with a solar fountain will really add to the fun! Great hubby there ❤️, thanks for sharing 💕
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I really like this. I made the bucket years ago but I think I’ll do this instead. Smaller and easier to refresh the water. Thanks. You have so many great ideas
AWESOME!!!! I love how it's solar powered and barely costs anything. This looks so easy. And most importantly, it makes the birds happy! I wanna make one! Thanks for showing us this project :) PS: I love hearing the hummingbirds chattering and seeing them flit around in the background. SO CUUUTE!
Hi, my name is rose I love your idea I think it is totally fantastic and it looks so much fun. I wanted to know do I have to change the water out every certain amount of time? And also Should I put warm water or cold water
My grandma loved humming birds and had hundreds at her cabin in the woods. This makes me excited to one day have my own property and make my own little sanctuary like she did :)
My husband sent me this link, bless him! I've been wondering about adding a fountain or other little water feature for the birds besides the trays I have out and this would be PERFECT! Easy, budget friendly, and so useful for the hummingbirds! Thank you so much.
Thank you for your video! I made two of these a couple of weeks ago and the birds are finally using them. I’m so excited! Now they receive fresh circulating water every day!
Outstanding!! I've always wanted a 'live'' water feature/bird bath thing and this is exactly what's needed. The solar fountain is the magic here. Brilliant!! Thank you.
Another easy, economical project to help the hummers and that will give you lots of enjoyment viewing them. Thanks so much for all your ideas Robbie! Making this one!
Since I've "discovered" you, and your UA-cam channel, Robbie, i've considered you, "my new, best friend". That's not an exaggeration, Robbie - - that's the truth! This morning, I was feeling the need for something uplifting, so I chose your channel because I have an empty soda fountain bottle that I'd love to use to make my very first bird bath. As soon as my video started, I felt better. Can't wait to make this birdbath and many others as gifts to my loved ones. I've been praying for you as we Remember, your precious Kitty. 🐾
Robbie! You always make the BEST hummingbird fountains!!🥰 I just made one with the concrete ball that you show on another one of your videos and my birds love, love, LOVE IT!!❤️ 🦅
Stumbled on this wonderful tutorial! I absolutely adore this! You explained everything in detail. Going to be doing this with my 4 year old granddaughter!
I so appreciate your thoughtful projects! Love how you purposefully attract birds to your garden. We have MANY sparrows in our backyard. They love to party here (I think they invite the whole block) I think what really struck me the most (a different fountain you made that I watched yesterday ) is a comment you made about the fountains enticing pollinators. Since I am also into gardening and watch your hints on a regular basis, I was intrigued. Ordered the parts yesterday after hearing that!!
Yesterday, as I was spraying the Bird bath clean, a Hummingbird tried to get into the water stream- it was too strong, but when I switched it to shower he disappeared. We are having long weeks of temps over 100 here, so I wanted to help the little guys, too. I have a pump in a vase/fountain I don't use- I can't wait to get the rest of the stuff and make one! Thank you for the video! Few things in life are as amazing as Hummingbirds (especially if you've ever had them perch on your hand), and you are helping them!
I do agree with you hummingbirds are so amazing and so fun. And feeding them and giving them water especially moving water that they like will be even more beneficial for them, thanks so much for sharing ❤️
I cannot wait to make one of these! I love watching the hummingbirds at our feeder. I always make sure our fountain has water, but this is so wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing this idea! ❤️
Debby Downer here: I would recommend using a drill instead of a soldering iron to avoid breathing in the plastic fumes which cause COPD. Plus the birds will be ingesting some plastic as well with this method. But I have to say I do love your enthusiasm and creativity and love for nature. That is very sweet. Nice backyard view also btw!!! I am so jeally! 😁🏩
this is totally awesome , going make a few for families , be a great birthday gift , any kind of gift , my LORD JESUS has been doing a ton of heaking on me , I know HE is healing me Thank YOU LORD JESUS , and blessing on you , for shaing this with me , I will fallow you channel , shared this opn my F.B. Book page 😃
no soldering tool here, but i have a dremel tool, a drill, a woodburning tool. last one i use with lots of open windows or outdoors, plastic melting means fumes. its lovely!
This is fantastic! Thanks for sharing. It could easily be modified as a DIY pet fountain too. I love that it keeps the water cycling. Less chance of mosquito problems.
I have a small fountain the hummers love. I exchange the water 2x a week and use a fish net to remove leaves and debris daily/ as needed. Not sure if there is a correct answer as it depends on amount of sun, evaporation, dust and debris and algae growth. I just kinda use common sense and the hummers seem fine. I don’t use bleach because it would ruin the coating on my fountain but my neighbor uses it without issue
What kills any bacteria, virus or fungi if you don’t use bleach. If it is outside in the sun: I would use a 1:9 ( bleach to water ratio to spray heavily on all parts, dry in the sun at least 10 minutes. After that you can spray rinse with water and put the fountain back together and reuse.The more humid the weather the more often to clean the fountain. ❤ (If this is completely unnecessary please reply why, and if you convince me I will delete this comment.)
What a wonderfully CLEVER IDEA!!!!!! I love to make my avian neighbors and visitors happy, hydrated and safe!!!!! I've read that supplying water and bird baths are far more important than food! I have several bird baths of differing depths... especially after seeing a hawk once trying to take a bath! The oddest bird bath visitor that I ever had was an ibis!!! And grackles!!! OMG!!!! They soak their sunflower seeds in it, bathe in it, and drink... I clean and refill my bird bath multiple times a day during birding seasons! Thank you for this wonderful video.... I'm off to order a solar pump right NOW!!!!
I’m so thrilled to find you and your channel! I’ve been lamenting over the high cost of “hummingbird friendly” watering systems and am thrilled to get ready to create this! I hope I can find all the things that fit easily. I’ll keep looking though the comments but how do we clean this? Do you use anything specific for getting inside of the bottle? What are your favorite “cleaning supplies?” Also! I’m hoping to find that you have a DIY hummingbird bath or suggestions for one (my google search for such brought me to you-yay!🎉) Thanks for all you do for these magickal and mesmerizing feathered friends ❤
Oh once a week I just give it a good rinse in a sink and if you need to scrub anything, just use a little baking soda, rinse it well and put it back together
Ohhh!! I just adored this! You’re a genius!! Thank you SO very much! I want to make several of these! They’d make a great gift for one (or more) of your hummingbird lover friends!!! I’m excited to get started!!! Thank you ! Thank you SO much- as will all of our precious little hummers! Love and blessings! 🦋🦜🕊
Robbie, I have 3 solar fountains now, thank you for showing us your ideas!! I'm sad though, no hummingbirds come to any of the 3 fountains. I have 1 in my veggie garden sitting on a chair with the stick perch, I see & hear the humming birds when I'm in the garden, there's 7 feeders but no birds of any kind come to the fountain. I have the other 2 under my 5 humming bird feeders closer to the house. I see them feed but not one is visiting the fountains. I do see the sparrows take dirt baths where I mixed my soil for this season. Maybe the birds are too clean. LOL
Keep in mind, they may use them when you are not around....try putting a pot of plants near on like in the photo here and see if that does anything, Take care
Hi Eva, don't feel bad, I have been running a solar fountain on my deck for a couple of years and no birds or hummingbirds visit mine either. Maybe I need to put a trellis or something next to it so they have somewhere to perch afterwards. Maybe they feel too vulnerable there.
Even with other birds it's important to have shrubs or trees nearby so that they can hide away. "My" balcony birds are still so very shy they fly off at the slightest movement of a curtain.
We just moved and bought a new house. We have been very conscious of what we put in the garden. We want to support local wild life and your birdbath will be a new addition in the backyard. Thank you for sharing your ideas. Thankful in NC where it is very hot. ❤
I LOVE HUMMINGIRDS! AND IT WAS FUN WATCHING THEM ON YOUR DIY BIRDBATH. REALLY GREAT IDEA! I LIVE TO SEE SUMMER AND THESE LOVELY BEAUTIES ALL AROUND US IN THE GARDEN. I HAVE HELD THEM IN MY HANDS AS ONE GOT INTO THE SKYLIGHT IN THE GARAGE AND HE FINALLY WENT TO THE BIRDFEEDER(SUGAR WATER) WE HAD SITTING IN THE GARAGE. HE FELL ASLEEP FOR A WHILE AFTER HE HAD A BELLY FULL OF SUGAR WATER! IT WAS AN EXPERIENCE THAT ONLY GOD COULD HAVE GIVEN ME THAT DAY! TO HOLD A HUMMINGBIRD IS ONE OF MY GREATEST MEMORIES AND I CANNOT WAIT FOR OUR LITTLE FEATHERED FRIENDS TO COME TO OUR YARD! GOD BLESS!
This was a really fun tutorial! Thank you for sharing 💕 I'm going to add it to my project list but I think instead of using the whole bottle I'll just cut the top & adhere it to the plate (cutting a small hole for the water tube too). Then just stick the solar pump in the bucket or whatever vessel I use 😊 That way I don't need to really fuss with cutting the plate
I can't visualize this setup. If you are so inclined, please make a video of your project and post the link here so we can all see it. Thank u, thank u!
I Love This! I get so many hummingbirds every year, I always feed them homemade sugar water, but I think I will add this to my back yard this year too! 💞 Thanks for sharing ❤️
I like how you said to not use melamine for the plastic plate. Melamine formaldeyde is a heat resistant plastic (thermoset). Brilliant idea! I wish we had humming birds in the UK. Our birds drink from puddles because it rains so much. I have a wildlife pond. I wonder if this solar pump will generate enough power in the Uk to create a little water feature for my tadpoles. 🥰
With all the negative stuff in the world today how wonderful it is to see someone doing something thoughtful for god’s little creatures. You are a bright spot in a negative world.
There is allways something new to learn on this sight. Even the smallest of birds can enjoy all the things offered here.
Thank you so much ❤
Neat, I remember about 25 years ago on one Hot July day while watering flowers with a water hose just using a fine spray--a hummingbird who must have been really hot flew into the path of the spray and just hovered there, you could tell that he was really enjoying his cool-off bath...
Love this, and it reminded me of something similar about 20 years ago not long after I bought my house. I was watering my lawn where I had had new sod and I saw 4-5 bluebirds bathing in the puddles on the sidewalk. Silly me, I started talking to them, and they tilted their heads as if they were listening. I just made a similar fountain a week ago, but I have not seen any hummingbirds or any birds using it yet. I have seen a couple of birds (not sure what kind) eating bird seeds from my feeder that is about 20 feet away.
I had the exact same type of encounter with a hummingbird. Watering my garden one early morning and he came and enjoyed a nice long bath in the water spray. It was such a magical moment that I will cherish forever.
@@sunshinensprinkles9322 How cool. These are cherished moments Nature blesses us with!
Those are the joys of life
yeah the will fly in and out of sprinklers too.
Bless you for providing fresh water for these little friends. The unbelievable hot spells we've had this summer all over the U.S. have been unbearable. I can only imagine how hard it's been on birds and animals. Thank you so much. ✨💛✨
This makes my heart smile! 🌺🌼🌺🌼🌺🌼🌺🌼🌺
Thank you❤
This has to be one of the most fun, environmentally-friendly, economical, and ingenious ideas I've seen in a while. My granddaughter is visiting next month. I think I'll get the supplies and wait to make this with her. I know's going to. get a kick out of helping creatures in nature.
Y'all will have the best time making memories and watching hummingbirds + other birds come to your fountain! She will remember all her life! 💞🕊💞
I think that’s a great idea. Maybe you should make one ahead of her visit so the hummers will already be in your yard. Have fun!
Great idea...have fun!
How’d it turn out?🌺
Thank you so much 😊
Robbie! Who else has your knack for knowing what the birds need? I would have NEVER thought of scoring the cap! You are a natural at this and thank goodness we have you ❤️ I've posted before that this is my first year planting a vegetable garden and it's colorful containers only. I'm 66 and I have so many containers in my two long driveways on each side of my little homestead, that my car barely fits in the driveway now! The other day I did the lasagna method and planted 18 plants in their containers even though the last two hours poured rain down on me, I was thrilled I got it done. I'm determined to grow my own vegetables and fruit from here on out. I'm in Washington state and I've got some fruit trees and Berry bushes at home AND I'm finding out there are fruits we would grow in So. Cal that I can grow here too. This is a full time job learning from you experts AND doing the work to get growing on time, or starting early in the home. I really am forever grateful. And.... I'm a big bird feeder and this fountain will be so fun to make!
Your garden of containers you are doing sound amazing, and proving anyone can do this if we have the true interest. Good on you !!! Happy Gardening and fun with your birds there! Thank you so much 😊 ❤️💕
Awesome.comment, thanks for sharing!
Your hummingbirds out the window behind you are Flippin awesome! Thank you so much for sharing this great idea with all of us🥰
Ditto! I was watching them, as much as the tutorial. Now, need to rewatch the tutorial...
Hummingbirds Are Pure JOY 💞💞💞
Where do you buy that solar kit?
and how much is it?
I absolutely love this idea! I’m going to make this with my granddaughters.
Have fun! The birds love it, thanks ❤️
Love watching how the birds are feeding in the background through the window ☺️
Live eating birds
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I had a smile on my face the entire time I watched this. I adore little hummingbirds. Thank you for showing me how to make this. I'm going to get the supplies this week!
Finally, a fountain easy enough for me! LOL I am not the least bit crafty or artistic. My plants are finally starting to grow despite that the weather has been warm for months. I refuse to give up though! Happy Gardening Everyone! 🌻🌷🌻🌷
most people tend to overwater their plants, drowning them in essence. let the dirt dry out on the top inch or so and then only water enough to moisten that.
Okay, so this is pure genius. Its such a loving gesture, and I’ll bet those hummingbirds love you right back. Thanks for such easy, relaxed instructions!
they can't help it, they ARE Love!
I made one, my hummers don't come near it...
Guarantee they don't care we exist
Watching again and saved it for Strawberry Moons ❤️🙏🦍
I purchased 2 table fountains. One is adorable cups and saucers piled all kiity wampus as if in a sink and water cascades. The other is bronze dishes with river stones creating a relaxing spa ambiance. Only problem is they require an outlet. Very impractical for a table decoration. These pumps are PERFECT! I'm going to fill my yard with your great ideas for the critters. You're so enthusiastic I've watched your videos over and over!
Oh wow! Thank you so much 😊 Have fun! ❤️
Oooh yeah. I like it...a lot! 👍👍👍❤️❤️❤️
thank you!
Robbie, it has gotten to the point that you make these adorable fountains with your eyes closed…..another goodie 😊
Pretty much 😂 and more to come ❤️
Awesome! I love how you have the camera so you can see the Hummingbird activity behind you. They feel safe there ❤️
I love this. With the weather being so bad, it’s nice to be able to treat the little birds.
You could still make one answer see what kind of birds show up😊
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This is such a great project for me to do with my grandchildren! Thank you so much for this video…
Check out all the others I have, even the Easter egg one, and the cup ones, such fun, You are so welcome! ❤️ Thank You
I'm absolutely fascinated watching the hummingbirds in the background outside the window, and hearing their calls! I've never been able to get more than one hummingbird at my feeders!
You and me both!
Love it and so easy to make. Build it and they will come. 😃
SO True! Thanks
Yes you are right! They really do come!
I have a house and a yard now! I can’t wait to start doing these thing for the birds. ❤️❤️❤️ I put out a humming bird feeder and have already spotted some of them feeding!
I wish we had humming birds in Australia. Look at all those little darlings out the windows. I love this. I'm going to make it for all the critters. Thank you for the video ❤
You made me realize I kinda take hummingbirds for granted. We also have a lesser known hummingbird moth that are really neat. They are less common to see but are really chill and would let me get really close when I was a kid.
I never expected to live anywhere that hummingbirds live - they seemed so exotic when I was a child, and I was very surprised to find that ruby-throated hummingbirds are migratory and live for about half the year in North Carolina, where I now live. ..... They are very entertaining to watch, and will fight over the feeders that we put out for them - for a bird that isn't much bigger than a bee, they are _very_ agressive. They will also buzz around my head when I am outside in the yard.
You have beautiful birds there, though❤❤❤❤❤❤
why no hummers in Aussie land?
Surprised to know that Australia has pythons happily roaming around in the lawns but doesn’t have hummingbirds!
Wish I saw this beginning of the spring instead of now but if we get a next spring I will try this. Thank you! Hummingbirds are so amazing.
Remember, you can make it anytime and have it ready for a nice day❤️
what a great idea and all birds need water esp when it is hot..
Thanks ❤
You are doing such a wonderful job, Angie. I just want to send you a hug. We all need one once in a while.🤗
I can't tell you how much I am enjoying the Hummingbirds that are around my yard now, after following your ideas for feeders, fountains, and planting their favorite flowers. I am off work, recovering from a knee replacement and would be bored to death, otherwise. These flying little jewels are so amazing. Thank you, Robbie. ❤️ ❤
I have now ordered 3 of the solar panel fountains and I'm going to have the grandkids help me put one together this Wednesday!!! This would be perfect!!!
How much does one cost?
@@tonyak2446 I found some for about $14.99. She has a link below her video on the ones she buys.
@@deserthorses5 alrighty, thank you for letting me know
Holy cow, I can’t believe how many hummingbirds are outside your window. Amazing.
Im very happy to see your channel is huge. I made one of your Hummingbird fountains its so easy ❤. I gave it to my neighbor she absolutely loves it...she made me some delicious brownies PRICELESS 😂❤
Quick suggestion: if you put the holes a bit higher on the plate curve (edges), more water will accumulate on the plate before draining back down. This way the water can be a bit deeper for the other types of birds. Nevertheless, you came up with a phenomenal idea!
Excellent pointer to look for the deepest plates possible while shopping for the supplies!!
@@tiffanyhackerspace8377 Hmmm... I have the plastic planter dishes, those have really high sides. I'll have check the recycle number for safety.
Or maybe just start with 2-3 holes and test the drain rate, then simply add hole or two at a time until it's maintaining a good depth.
She is brilliant.
@@adriankap2978 why do you need to check the recycle number? Is it so chemicals don't leach into the water?
I love to see the hummingbirds behind you while you're in the house making this little fountain.
I have shown my hubby your channel and we will be ordering the solar pumps! We love our birds and the hummies are so exciting to watch. We can hardly wait to make a bath/fountain for them as well as others. He makes concrete rhubarb leaf bird baths, but now he wants one to have the solar fountain. We have to have the leaves get a bit bigger and then look out here come more baths now with fountains!!!
I have done small concrete fountain projects, bigger ones are coming. How cool on the leaf birdbaths he makes! Love it!!!! Now one with a solar fountain will really add to the fun! Great hubby there ❤️, thanks for sharing 💕
Where do you order the solar pumps?
@@jade9461 I haven't as of yet, but look back on one of Robbie's videos, she links them.
Can you tell me what pump exactly to order....like on amazon...what number or something to identify the right one...thanks so much... Teri
@@tericordaro3209 This I have been buying, aff. link for the Solar Fountains we use here, as they run out fast: www.ebay.com/itm/113751245970?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20201210111314%26meid%3Dc76eba06c5964964919e54f97bf15be8%26pid%3D101195%26rk%3D7%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D384915151733%26itm%3D113751245970%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv9PairwiseWebMskuAspectsV202110NoVariantSeedWithRevOpt90NoRelevanceKnnRecallV1&_trksid=p2047675.c101195.m1851&amdata=enc%3AAQAHAAAAkJwwN5dLHCgYRNVOt3di3gQtCa3ByoBffLHOJZxgf5l92k4mDpoVTqJYuo7lxvxuTYqn6Y%2FeTkTr3xxL631WxzUZ1WudYGtV%2FfYXtS%2BLJ7K5S6CU74x5hjnW%2FmL25vOewjfPwm6i3BUVcjd6IQQoGgG1qDhOq16j98VFPq1FR%2Fithw4999kvRERsILve%2B0zQYQ%3D%3D&epid=9033154044&mkcid=1&mkrid=711-53200-19255-0&siteid=0&campid=5338267736&customid=&toolid=10001&mkevt=1
Wow amazing. Thanks for the video. 🌹❤😍
Thank you 😊
I really like this. I made the bucket years ago but I think I’ll do this instead. Smaller and easier to refresh the water. Thanks. You have so many great ideas
More to come, thanks so very much 😊❤️
AWESOME!!!! I love how it's solar powered and barely costs anything. This looks so easy. And most importantly, it makes the birds happy! I wanna make one! Thanks for showing us this project :)
PS: I love hearing the hummingbirds chattering and seeing them flit around in the background. SO CUUUTE!
Glad you like it! So easy, and more easy fountains to come Thanks 😊
I made one, my hummers don't come near it...
Hi, my name is rose I love your idea I think it is totally fantastic and it looks so much fun. I wanted to know do I have to change the water out every certain amount of time? And also Should I put warm water or cold water
@@publicmushroom67I made one and they go insane for it
It's amazing but let know where u can get the solar fountain kit u use hopefully there's place in local area to get it.
Brilliant idea! Your enthusiasm, easy-to-follow instructions and good filming make this a great video.
Thank you very much!
You’re so crafty!!! Thank you for the amazing ideas.
Thank you! 😊
I made one!!!!!! Had an oriole visit! First time ever!! Thank you!
Wonderful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I finally got mine made and yes it is as simple as you say and I LOVE IT! I'll be at my window all day waiting for the birds to show up! Thank you!
Where did you get your tubing and solar pump?
Thanks for sharing this great idea.
I just made this!!! Bring on the hummingbirds😊
❤️😊❤️😊❤️ thank you
TY thats a great idea, my husband and I sit and watch the hummingbirds all summer, its our entertainment 😂
Sounds great! The hummingbirds and other birds, love this fountain too, have fun. Thank you so much.❤️😊
❤WOW❤SOOO INTELLIGENT 🙏 THANK YOU
Good on you for putting
w a t e r out for the birds !!!
So many people only feed them!!!
My grandma loved humming birds and had hundreds at her cabin in the woods. This makes me excited to one day have my own property and make my own little sanctuary like she did :)
Come on........You can still make it and it's easy to move when you move......
@@juneerasmus3485 That's true, I live in an apartment complex but I might set up a hummingbird feeder outside my door at least
My husband sent me this link, bless him! I've been wondering about adding a fountain or other little water feature for the birds besides the trays I have out and this would be PERFECT! Easy, budget friendly, and so useful for the hummingbirds! Thank you so much.
Thank you for your video! I made two of these a couple of weeks ago and the birds are finally using them. I’m so excited! Now they receive fresh circulating water every day!
Did I read your comment right in that it takes the 2 to 3 weeks before they start coming? I buiopt one today so that's why I am curious
This is so great. I’ll be making one of these for this humming bird season. Thanks!
They love it here ❤
Outstanding!! I've always wanted a 'live'' water feature/bird bath thing and this is exactly what's needed. The solar fountain is the magic here. Brilliant!!
Thank you.
Thanks 😊
I made one, my hummers don't come near it...
@@publicmushroom67m
Another easy, economical project to help the hummers and that will give you lots of enjoyment viewing them. Thanks so much for all your ideas Robbie! Making this one!
I love this so much! I'm going to make one as an outdoor drinking fountain for my kitties. Thank you!
I was thinking the same thing but I'm going to use an electric one and a shorter bucket/pail, for my indoor kitties!
that is a perfect idea!
Thanks!
Oh my, thank you SO Much!!! This is so greatly appreciated again thank you ❤️😊
Since I've "discovered" you, and your UA-cam channel, Robbie, i've considered you, "my new, best friend".
That's not an exaggeration, Robbie - - that's the truth!
This morning, I was feeling the need for something uplifting, so I chose your channel because I have an empty soda fountain bottle that I'd love to use to make my very first bird bath.
As soon as my video started, I felt better. Can't wait to make this birdbath and many others as gifts to my loved ones.
I've been praying for you as we Remember, your precious Kitty. 🐾
Hard days…but you are so helpful ❤️❤️❤️❤️ Thank you so much. Have fun with the fountain, soon I will be making more too ❤️
Robbie! You always make the BEST hummingbird fountains!!🥰 I just made one with the concrete ball that you show on another one of your videos and my birds love, love, LOVE IT!!❤️ 🦅
this was so wholesome and heart warming, I want to make one too ... loved this idea and the creative aspect of it also 💛
Go for it! Thanks!
I am mesmerized looking at the birds enjoying this ! Thank you for sharing 🙏🏼🙏🏼
Thank you for all your great help I'm going to try to make that stuff for me cuz I was buying the stuff at the store and it's cost me a fortune
Have fun! ❤ Thanks
Man she got them humming birds every where, flapping around happy as can be!!!
😊 Thank you
I'm so glad you are feeling better! I sometimes struggle too and feeding and watching my birds really helps. Hoping you come out of your slump!! 3>
I'm trying this. I enjoy watching my hummingbirds around the feeder. They'll love this!
Thanks for sharing
Have fun!
Thank you. This is one of the easiest birdbath you've made but so effective.
Got to be one the most peaceful and satisfying endeavors.
Thanx that was fun to watch how easy it was. I’ll try it cuz I love hummingbirds
Stumbled on this wonderful tutorial! I absolutely adore this! You explained everything in detail. Going to be doing this with my 4 year old granddaughter!
Oh have fun, thank you so much 😊 ❤️
I so appreciate your thoughtful projects! Love how you purposefully attract birds to your garden. We have MANY sparrows in our backyard. They love to party here (I think they invite the whole block) I think what really struck me the most (a different fountain you made that I watched yesterday ) is a comment you made about the fountains enticing pollinators. Since I am also into gardening and watch your hints on a regular basis, I was intrigued. Ordered the parts yesterday after hearing that!!
Yesterday, as I was spraying the Bird bath clean, a Hummingbird tried to get into the water stream- it was too strong, but when I switched it to shower he disappeared. We are having long weeks of temps over 100 here, so I wanted to help the little guys, too. I have a pump in a vase/fountain I don't use- I can't wait to get the rest of the stuff and make one!
Thank you for the video! Few things in life are as amazing as Hummingbirds (especially if you've ever had them perch on your hand), and you are helping them!
I do agree with you hummingbirds are so amazing and so fun. And feeding them and giving them water especially moving water that they like will be even more beneficial for them, thanks so much for sharing ❤️
I'll be doing this for sure. Next year I will have many feeders.
This is my second time watching this - I just love watching the hummers taking a bath ❤😂
Just wait till you see my New Fountain coming very soon 😊 Thank You ❤
I cannot wait to make one of these! I love watching the hummingbirds at our feeder. I always make sure our fountain has water, but this is so wonderful. Thank you so much for sharing this idea! ❤️
I made one, my hummers don't come near it...
Great idea! You inspired me to make one. I also made one out of the ball part of a Goodwill lamp ... already has the holes! So easy!
Ca n you show a picture somehow
Thank you for a great idea! We have more hummingbirds this year so I’m going to do this.
This or a cup or wait till you see more coming pretty soon, Have Fun!
Fabulous
Thank you so much for sharing ❤️
You speak as fast as they fly I love it, God Bless
It's easy to see you have the happiest hummingbirds, I can't wait to make a couple of these. Thank you for an absolutely wonderful idea.
Lady, you are awesome! Thank you sharing this and for your dedication to helping some of nature's wonderful creatures. Stay well and enriching!
Debby Downer here: I would recommend using a drill instead of a soldering iron to avoid breathing in the plastic fumes which cause COPD. Plus the birds will be ingesting some plastic as well with this method. But I have to say I do love your enthusiasm and creativity and love for nature. That is very sweet. Nice backyard view also btw!!! I am so jeally! 😁🏩
Anyone see the hummingbirds buzzing around in the background, out the window! Priceless
this is totally awesome , going make a few for families , be a great birthday gift , any kind of gift , my LORD JESUS has been doing a ton of heaking on me , I know HE is healing me Thank YOU LORD JESUS , and blessing on you , for shaing this with me , I will fallow you channel , shared this opn my F.B. Book page 😃
You take care and thank you so very much❤🙏
no soldering tool here, but i have a dremel tool, a drill, a woodburning tool. last one i use with lots of open windows or outdoors, plastic melting means fumes. its lovely!
Thanks for sharing
This is fantastic! Thanks for sharing. It could easily be modified as a DIY pet fountain too. I love that it keeps the water cycling. Less chance of mosquito problems.
This is wonderful. The hummers clearly enjoy the fountain a LOT! Question: how often do you clean them so that the water remains safe for the birds?
I read somewhere that you really should be cleaning them quite often. And using bleach I was doing it last year but I have been a bit lazy this year
I have a small fountain the hummers love. I exchange the water 2x a week and use a fish net to remove leaves and debris daily/ as needed. Not sure if there is a correct answer as it depends on amount of sun, evaporation, dust and debris and algae growth. I just kinda use common sense and the hummers seem fine. I don’t use bleach because it would ruin the coating on my fountain but my neighbor uses it without issue
What kills any bacteria, virus or fungi if you don’t use bleach. If it is outside in the sun: I would use a 1:9 ( bleach to water ratio to spray heavily on all parts, dry in the sun at least 10 minutes. After that you can spray rinse with water and put the fountain back together and reuse.The more humid the weather the more often to clean the fountain. ❤
(If this is completely unnecessary please reply why, and if you convince me I will delete this comment.)
Once again, this is a fantastic idea. I live in Northern California and it's starting to heat up. Can't wait to make one for the humming birds.
Hello Shonda, how are you doing today?
Where are you writing from?
What a wonderfully CLEVER IDEA!!!!!! I love to make my avian neighbors and visitors happy, hydrated and safe!!!!! I've read that supplying water and bird baths are far more important than food! I have several bird baths of differing depths... especially after seeing a hawk once trying to take a bath! The oddest bird bath visitor that I ever had was an ibis!!! And grackles!!! OMG!!!! They soak their sunflower seeds in it, bathe in it, and drink... I clean and refill my bird bath multiple times a day during birding seasons! Thank you for this wonderful video.... I'm off to order a solar pump right NOW!!!!
I loved it! I love hummingbirds! Thank you
Thank you ❤
Cute as can be and so easy I love this project.
Some of the smallest and gorgeous God’s creations!
So glad I came across this! I’m going to make me one this weekend! We have a hummingbird feeders so this will be great to sit beside a couple of them!
What a great idea! Thanks!
Yeah it is.
Hope you having a good day today Stacey.
I’m so thrilled to find you and your channel! I’ve been lamenting over the high cost of “hummingbird friendly” watering systems and am thrilled to get ready to create this! I hope I can find all the things that fit easily.
I’ll keep looking though the comments but how do we clean this? Do you use anything specific for getting inside of the bottle? What are your favorite “cleaning supplies?”
Also! I’m hoping to find that you have a DIY hummingbird bath or suggestions for one (my google search for such brought me to you-yay!🎉)
Thanks for all you do for these magickal and mesmerizing feathered friends ❤
Oh once a week I just give it a good rinse in a sink and if you need to scrub anything, just use a little baking soda, rinse it well and put it back together
Thank you so much!
@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy
Ohhh!! I just adored this! You’re a genius!! Thank you SO very much! I want to make several of these! They’d make a great gift for one (or more) of your hummingbird lover friends!!! I’m excited to get started!!! Thank you ! Thank you SO much- as will all of our
precious little hummers!
Love and blessings! 🦋🦜🕊
Robbie, I have 3 solar fountains now, thank you for showing us your ideas!! I'm sad though, no hummingbirds come to any of the 3 fountains. I have 1 in my veggie garden sitting on a chair with the stick perch, I see & hear the humming birds when I'm in the garden, there's 7 feeders but no birds of any kind come to the fountain. I have the other 2 under my 5 humming bird feeders closer to the house. I see them feed but not one is visiting the fountains. I do see the sparrows take dirt baths where I mixed my soil for this season. Maybe the birds are too clean. LOL
Keep in mind, they may use them when you are not around....try putting a pot of plants near on like in the photo here and see if that does anything, Take care
@@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy do you have honeysuckle or star jasmine etc? They love them!
Hi Eva, don't feel bad, I have been running a solar fountain on my deck for a couple of years and no birds or hummingbirds visit mine either. Maybe I need to put a trellis or something next to it so they have somewhere to perch afterwards. Maybe they feel too vulnerable there.
@@carries.9919 That could be. Birds love perches!
Even with other birds it's important to have shrubs or trees nearby so that they can hide away. "My" balcony birds are still so very shy they fly off at the slightest movement of a curtain.
I TOTALLY love this! Thank you, and you make directions so easy to follow. I'm going to make it for sure!
We just moved and bought a new house. We have been very conscious of what we put in the garden. We want to support local wild life and your birdbath will be a new addition in the backyard. Thank you for sharing your ideas. Thankful in NC where it is very hot. ❤
I LOVE HUMMINGIRDS! AND IT WAS FUN WATCHING THEM ON YOUR DIY BIRDBATH. REALLY GREAT IDEA! I LIVE TO SEE SUMMER AND THESE LOVELY BEAUTIES ALL AROUND US IN THE GARDEN. I HAVE HELD THEM IN MY HANDS AS ONE GOT INTO THE SKYLIGHT IN THE GARAGE AND HE FINALLY WENT TO THE BIRDFEEDER(SUGAR WATER) WE HAD SITTING IN THE GARAGE. HE FELL ASLEEP FOR A WHILE AFTER HE HAD A BELLY FULL OF SUGAR WATER! IT WAS AN EXPERIENCE THAT ONLY GOD COULD HAVE GIVEN ME THAT DAY! TO HOLD A HUMMINGBIRD IS ONE OF MY GREATEST MEMORIES AND I CANNOT WAIT FOR OUR LITTLE FEATHERED FRIENDS TO COME TO OUR YARD! GOD BLESS!
This was a really fun tutorial! Thank you for sharing 💕 I'm going to add it to my project list but I think instead of using the whole bottle I'll just cut the top & adhere it to the plate (cutting a small hole for the water tube too). Then just stick the solar pump in the bucket or whatever vessel I use 😊 That way I don't need to really fuss with cutting the plate
I can't visualize this setup. If you are so inclined, please make a video of your project and post the link here so we can all see it. Thank u, thank u!
This is great! I loved your other video of the birdbath with a bowl but this is even better! Thank you!
I Love This! I get so many hummingbirds every year, I always feed them homemade sugar water, but I think I will add this to my back yard this year too! 💞 Thanks for sharing ❤️
Love your videos!!!!❤ Thank you!!😊
Absoloutely brilliant! This charming lady presents us with a very simple way to enhance the wellbeing and happiness of birds.
I congratulate you.🌹
I like how you said to not use melamine for the plastic plate. Melamine formaldeyde is a heat resistant plastic (thermoset). Brilliant idea! I wish we had humming birds in the UK. Our birds drink from puddles because it rains so much. I have a wildlife pond. I wonder if this solar pump will generate enough power in the Uk to create a little water feature for my tadpoles. 🥰