DIY Hummingbird Feeder Shade Cover HOT SUN or Rain, HUMMINGBIRDS Feeding Nectar, Gardening w/Birds

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  • @beverlyberkholtz2496
    @beverlyberkholtz2496 Рік тому +27

    I use old glass lids from frying pans., cheaper at the Thrift store here, and they always have them ( 12" +/- approx. ) I like them better than the plastic b/c of the wind and the birds can see through them. The wind just tosses them around and I loose all the nectar. The hole in the top from the handle fits perfectly for the wire at the top, and here we get a lot of rain and h/birds all year long (Western Canada) Thanks for all your great ideas ! 🙂

    • @dmariewalker6880
      @dmariewalker6880 Рік тому +1

      Oh I will definitely try this bc we get lots of wind also, TY for sharing!

    • @gailwilliams5278
      @gailwilliams5278 Рік тому

      How do you suspend the heavy glass lids? Don’t they have built-in glass knobs (no holes)?

    • @beverlyberkholtz2496
      @beverlyberkholtz2496 Рік тому +3

      The glass lid sits on top of the feeder cap. only buy the lids with the handle/knob are removable/screwed in. you can unscrew the handles on the glass lid and you are left with the hole. I will feed the feeder wire through the hole. Usually I will unscrew the cap on top of the feeder to cut the wire this way, assemble the lid and then re-tie the wire underneath the feeder cap. Hope this helps a bit more. I only use glass feeders so if you have plastic, I'm not sure how well that will work -

  • @johnnaschreckhise8221
    @johnnaschreckhise8221 Рік тому +21

    Hi all, I've used colorful umbrellas for years to cover my feeders. My feeders are set up in groups of 4. The umbrellas cover a wider expanse. And the hummers really do appreciate having protection from the sun, hawks and rain.

  • @PlantNative
    @PlantNative Рік тому +15

    Smart. Creative. Simple. Effective. Impressed.

    • @kateps1874
      @kateps1874 Рік тому +1

      Agree! Wish I had a map with pins on it everywhere that ppl inspired by this channel have put up feeders, fountains, shade, and habitats! Is there a blog? I would so love that and if ppl could post pics and vids of their creations! I can't be the first to have thunk it, does that exist somewhere on the web? LOVE this channel!

  • @janethchavez269
    @janethchavez269 Рік тому +2

    Whenever I see Kitty in one of your older videos, I tear up. She was such a sweet heart! You must miss her terribly!

  • @robertcooney8831
    @robertcooney8831 Рік тому +12

    Hi Robbie 👋. Thank you for sharing your talents with me and protecting your humming birds 😊

  • @denaj6711
    @denaj6711 Рік тому +7

    So cool!!! Btw I pick up those metal banana hanging bowls at the thrift. They work perfect for hanging a feeder. I put large stones in the basket for stability. They are perfect for back yard walls!!!!🎉

  • @gracielas8024
    @gracielas8024 Рік тому +3

    I buy chip n dip bowels from the doller tree. with the sodering iron, I make two holes and use wire to hang them upside down. Hot glue the holes to stabilize them and keeps the water out.

    • @MultiGrammi
      @MultiGrammi 4 місяці тому

      Thank you for the great idea! Will be going this week.

  • @lindag9975
    @lindag9975 Рік тому +12

    I love this idea! Thanks so much for showing us these great money saving ways to make things for our gardens.

  • @thom6746
    @thom6746 Рік тому +3

    Great tips. I just started feeding hummers and can watch them for hours. You are the hummingbird diva! 😊

  • @jwater63
    @jwater63 Рік тому +6

    Omgoodness! I was watching one of your videos on solar fountain bird baths when the notification for this popped up. Your covers are perfect, and I love them. I don't need covers for my hummingbird feeders because they are covered by the outer edge of the roof on my porch and never get wet. They do morning sun for about an hour. I do need these for a couple of my platform feeders and I have all but the wire to make them. I am so happy that you are so creative and love sharing your ideas. Thank you! 😊 ❤😊❤

  • @kahwana1604
    @kahwana1604 Рік тому +2

    Love your creativity! I'm going to recycle items & make these. I'm going to continue using them over my suet as well!

  • @rebeccamartus5859
    @rebeccamartus5859 Рік тому +13

    Totally love❤ these covers Robbie! I have been wondering how the feeders can be covered. Kitty is so precious! I just lost my little angel who was also a Yorkie, over 15 yrs😢. Thanks for sharing !

  • @BamaScratcher5
    @BamaScratcher5 Рік тому +2

    Hello 👋 Robbie I have given three of those feeders. Putting them out tomorrow. Thank you 🙏 lady

  • @monagriggs6352
    @monagriggs6352 Рік тому +7

    This is a really good idea Robbie, you are so creative 🥰

  • @josiebridges3583
    @josiebridges3583 Рік тому +3

    Thank you so very, very much Robbie. Funny, I used a plastic cover that came with a store-bought cake and it wrinkled from the sun. Your rain & sun protector is BRILLIANT.

    • @josiebridges3583
      @josiebridges3583 Рік тому +1

      I was wriggling my toes from excitement while watching this I'm so eager to make this as soon as the sun came up.

  • @daureenesmith579
    @daureenesmith579 Рік тому +2

    I have wracked and wracked my brain trying to figure out how to keep the rain and sun out of the feeders. You came up with a perfect solution! Thank you so much for this! Hummingbirds can feed in a heavy deluge of rain,however, when they get soaked with the rain, it's very difficult for them to fly adequately. They have to use more energy than usual to fly. That means they're using up the energy the sugar water provides for them. I've seen them actually struggling to fly after they've been soaked thoroughly by the rain. So, this is a win-win for the birds! I can't thank you enough for this idea! It's also attractive to look at.

  • @evaperry8630
    @evaperry8630 2 місяці тому +1

    I just made one & I'm so happy with how it turned out & happy with myself 😊 thank you so much for sharing your cool idea!

  • @tracyruth4247
    @tracyruth4247 Рік тому +2

    I love recycling....you have such great ideas! Thanks Robbie!

  • @jackiepadin3629
    @jackiepadin3629 Рік тому +3

    I live in the central coast of California. Yesterday there was warning for very strong winds. I found some of these green tags that the supermarket have to tie veggies and fruits. I grabbed them and went outside and secured each of the feeders to their perches. This way I could relax and don’t have to worry about rescuing a fallen feeder. Great idea for the feeder roofs 😍🥰

  • @maryannodell7856
    @maryannodell7856 Рік тому +5

    I love the one with the flag! Interchangeable! So awesome!
    Thank you 😊

  • @jeannejett2299
    @jeannejett2299 Рік тому +3

    Very, very cool! I love your ideas & use them in the rainy PNW. Thanks bunches Robbie! ☔

  • @tanyagilkey8198
    @tanyagilkey8198 Рік тому +2

    Thank you Robbie I will be making these

  • @melodyvoss
    @melodyvoss Рік тому

    OMG, I have had these metal grid things that were part of a shelving unit & I've tried tossing them out for years. Last month, I went & rescued them from the dump run because I just knew as soon as they were gone for good, then I'd find their new purpose.
    Now I have a project. Thanks.

  • @flightydancer
    @flightydancer Рік тому +3

    I am so touched how much love and care you give to these little angels. Thank you for inspiring us and showing us some hummingbird life hacks.

  • @Curious-Lass
    @Curious-Lass Рік тому +2

    Hi Robbie!! Thank you again for another genius idea!!

  • @ramonar6180
    @ramonar6180 Рік тому +1

    I love everything you do. We only have a few hummingbirds in the Northeast but, we love them. Because of your videos I've been able to make birdbaths which my husband & I enjoy. One I made from a barrel lamp on legs & used a bowl & an aroma therapy thing turned upside down. I just took the electrical cord out & made a cover for it. The other one is an urn with a chip & dip plate in it. I never knew it was so easy to make just about anything into a birdbath. Thank you so much. I went to show my daughter your video & she said, That's Robbie! She has a birdbath in the very cold winter too.

  • @vickibreaux2624
    @vickibreaux2624 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for these wonderful covers for the hummingbird feeders. Can’t wait to make them for my hummingbirds.

  • @melindaroth5796
    @melindaroth5796 Рік тому +1

    HI ROBBIE, YOU ARE A BLESSING TO US ALL. LOVE YOU ROBBIE. ❤ YOU ARE A JOY ALWAYS 😊 I PRAY MARK IS SAFE. 🙏 ❤

  • @ellyh3868
    @ellyh3868 3 місяці тому

    Thank you, Robbie, for some more great ideas!!

  • @graceinthegarden9151
    @graceinthegarden9151 Рік тому +1

    Perfect timing. Even though I did put 2 feeders out early (barely any food). I took them both down today due to pouring rain. Considering I know there are no hummingbirds currently, that is okay. However, soon, I will need to leave them out full time. Now, I will have time to make covers for the feeders prior to them showing up. THANK YOU for all your wonderful ideas.

  • @melodylamour6123
    @melodylamour6123 Рік тому

    It's pouring rain today in SW Florida. I knew you'd have ideas to protect the feeders. Thank you

  • @bernicesummerton9636
    @bernicesummerton9636 Рік тому +1

    Great idea for feeder covers. The pot lid idea from one of the ladies that commented is also a really good idea. Tfs Robbie. 🐦☀️❤

  • @user-ys6pl4wo3c
    @user-ys6pl4wo3c Рік тому +3

    Hi I made umbrellas for my feeders about 25 years ago with plastic salad bowls and short turn buckles. The bowl was wide enough that when the ant crawled over the bowl they dropped to the ground.
    After I moved last year I made new umbrellas out of frisbees and plastic measuring cups on top again with the turnbuckle. I actually started feeding hummingbird about 60 years ago. . If you Google "hummingbird music camp in New Mexico, I learn about hummingbird from the original owner of that property. That's why I would like to be able to contact you direct. I will be 83 years old this fall and have lived near the location of the music camp they wore time.?
    Hope I haven't bored you .

  • @sheliadean9548
    @sheliadean9548 Рік тому +3

    I was watching the weather today and it said it was flooding there again. Thank God for sharing your thoughts and knowledge on how to protect the beautiful birds.

  • @reginavanzuiden3737
    @reginavanzuiden3737 Рік тому +1

    I took a squirrel baffler and spray painted the underside red. Works good for my hummingbird feeders.

  • @daureenesmith579
    @daureenesmith579 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I've been wracking my brain trying to figure out how to protect my hummingbirds from the rain. Now I can't wait to get started as we get a lot of drenching storms here.❤

    • @Patricia-ev4ww
      @Patricia-ev4ww Рік тому +2

      good morning ìm Patricia ì would like to know if you could help me out with trying to attract humming birds ì just can't seem to get àny hummers no matter how hard I try maybe you can tell me what I'm doing wrong 😊❤❤

  • @yogajourney1345
    @yogajourney1345 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Robbie I have put hummingbird feeders out this year and we have customers!!!!! It’s so exciting I followed all your advice in preparing them this is rain cover such thoughtful idea too thank you hummingbird fairy!!!

  • @Trisha_B_done
    @Trisha_B_done Рік тому +1

    Oh this is so perfect. Rain has been the biggest frustration in keeping my feeders fbormulated correctly bc here in Ga a summer shower could pop up at any time.
    I keep everything. I have even cut off the d shaped hoops on old cat & dog collars once the collars are worn out. I have a few zip-tied to the middle section of my large shephard hook poles to hang extra hummingbird feeders on. So instead of only 2 feeders I can get at least 4.

  • @valoriegriego5212
    @valoriegriego5212 Рік тому +1

    Cool, Robbie!👍

  • @suewong2732
    @suewong2732 5 місяців тому +1

    What’s even easier is get a gold or silver plastic gold or silver platter either round or oval as the cover - use soldering iron to make holes , put zip tile thru center & hang 😊

  • @terirachelsims8928
    @terirachelsims8928 Рік тому +3

    Some DT stores sell that chain attached to the back wire planters, which can be covered with a piece of plastic, then hung upside down--and a feeder can then be hung from that.

    • @RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy
      @RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy  Рік тому

      That is true, I think the cheapest one I’ve seen is about six dollars but it will work yes 😊

    • @terirachelsims8928
      @terirachelsims8928 Рік тому +1

      @@RobbieAndGaryGardeningEasy Here in my area it's still $1.25 for the basket/hanger combo. They're always stacked up by the pots/planters.

    • @suewong2732
      @suewong2732 5 місяців тому

      Yes they’re at dollar tree😊

  • @jenniferm9341
    @jenniferm9341 2 місяці тому

    This is a good idea, I have a 5 gal bucket lid I could repurpose. I might spray paint it red too, to attract them.

  • @siameseire
    @siameseire Рік тому

    Adorable thumbs up from Gary. 😊

  • @bluevelvethippo2023
    @bluevelvethippo2023 2 місяці тому

    I wish I had seen this video before we had our ice storm this past spring.

  • @norarocha2402
    @norarocha2402 Рік тому +1

    Great and Fantastic ideas. your always thinking out of the box Robbie. Hummingbirds no worries your Mama Robbie has you covered. ☔How are you and Gary and kitty doing with all this rain your getting there in Southern California?? We get alot of Rain here. And im going to use your creation. and make like 5 of these. You remind me of my Mom she always made things of what was laying around the house. she was a mrs fix it !! God Bless and you all keep safe and dry.🙏🌧🌂☔✌

  • @lovelight9164
    @lovelight9164 Рік тому

    You make the cutest things and all are useful🤍🕯️🤍

  • @-FREAKSHOW
    @-FREAKSHOW Рік тому

    Yr 2 watching you and hummingbirding. Waiting in NTX for mine to come back.

  • @m.wheeler2976
    @m.wheeler2976 Рік тому

    thank you for sharing. I made a bubble wrap cover for the rain but never thought about using the cookie rack then the bubble wrap so will be heading to Dollar Tree in a few to make one like yours.

  • @caseyisabell2911
    @caseyisabell2911 Рік тому

    You are so creative and resourceful!!! 👏👏👏

  • @siameseire
    @siameseire Рік тому

    💛 💛 💛 You're an angel! 😊 🌷

  • @conniegarcia5626
    @conniegarcia5626 Рік тому

    I'm making me one! Thank you for the idea!😀

  • @user-hk6hk7fs9i
    @user-hk6hk7fs9i 27 днів тому

    Hey nice video I just made a cover for my hummingbird feeder I made it out of a bowl going to paint it red so it will keep the necatar cool in summer time

  • @sueguidry4216
    @sueguidry4216 Рік тому

    Love you projects.
    Thank you

  • @marylowe7135
    @marylowe7135 Рік тому

    So many wonderful ideas!! You are amazing!!

  • @alaskatundrakid
    @alaskatundrakid Рік тому

    Mine hang under the eve of the roof, so out of sun and rain. But I now can hang bird feeders for other birds out and about and "out of the rain". Thanks again for another great idea.

  • @norveda
    @norveda Рік тому +1

    That’s so sweet of you!! Pure love for the birds!! 💕💕🙏

  • @maryjones6580
    @maryjones6580 Рік тому

    That's awesome thanks for sharing.. I'll be doing mine like this now 😉

  • @gailwilliams5278
    @gailwilliams5278 Рік тому +1

    I’m thinking a plastic plate, topped with a wine-bottle cork, with a cup hook screwed through the plate/into the cork from below, another hook screwed into the cork from the top. Should take all of about 20 seconds to make. Hang the shade using the top hook, the feeder from the bottom hook of course.

  • @audreyleroux8400
    @audreyleroux8400 Рік тому

    O have never seen hummers out in the rain!😄

  • @robinshepard4571
    @robinshepard4571 Рік тому

    Hello from Rancho Mirage California 🇺🇸
    Thank you again for your help and support 🌷💖🙋

  • @kimrutkoski4182
    @kimrutkoski4182 11 місяців тому

    I love hummingbirds thank you for all the wonderful ideas I definitely got to try some of your ideas. You've ever given me a few of my own.

  • @marlenesmith4182
    @marlenesmith4182 Рік тому

    This will come so handy this summer here Ohio when we have 90 degree weather. Thank you for your great ideas.
    5:20am.

  • @KindlySo
    @KindlySo Рік тому

    I'm thinking of running some scrapbooking papers through my laminator for covers. Thanks for all the ideas, Robbie!

  • @gloriabond9008
    @gloriabond9008 Рік тому +1

    What a wonderful idea. You have some wonderful, clever ideas. I can't wait to try this. Thanks for sharing.

  • @siameseire
    @siameseire Рік тому

    You are brilliant, as usual! 😊

  • @debbieangel1909
    @debbieangel1909 2 місяці тому

    Smart gal!!!!!!

  • @juliasharp2857
    @juliasharp2857 Рік тому

    We use those $4 feeders from walmart also. Soooooo much easier to keep clean!

  • @janicecarey8993
    @janicecarey8993 Рік тому

    You are a genius! Now I'm a genius too love all your ideas

  • @marykerr4381
    @marykerr4381 Рік тому +1

    I’ve had you and Gary and the fur babies and feather babies in my thoughts. The weather out there has been crazy. I hope you guys are ok

  • @valeriecontreras1333
    @valeriecontreras1333 4 місяці тому

    Thank you soooooooo much ❤

  • @albanavarro430
    @albanavarro430 11 місяців тому +1

    ❤❤God keep you bless❤❤

  • @AniFam
    @AniFam Рік тому

    Full of gorgeous hummingbirds~ lovely~👍
    Thank you for sharing this video~🤗

  • @hazelbaker7638
    @hazelbaker7638 Рік тому

    You have the best common ideas, thank you for all of them, Georgia watcher

  • @roxanahendricks7574
    @roxanahendricks7574 Рік тому +1

    Awesome ideas. Gonna be making these for my feeders. Southwest Mich.

  • @juanita920
    @juanita920 Рік тому

    Thank you so much

  • @virginianalangan6786
    @virginianalangan6786 3 місяці тому

    I will start make some

  • @eviwilliams433
    @eviwilliams433 Рік тому

    Amazing you continue to adjust & improve your feeders! You have endless ideas!! Thanks for sharing 😊❤ 🐦 🐦‍⬛ 🦜

  • @staufferfamily9629
    @staufferfamily9629 Рік тому

    Oh wow, another great idea! Thanks Robbie!🙂👍

  • @Romans15.32
    @Romans15.32 Рік тому

    Thank you

  • @tarameier6575
    @tarameier6575 Рік тому

    I like that idea. I get to many ants for a hummingbird feeder

  • @vickigower8125
    @vickigower8125 Рік тому

    Very cool Robbie. I have been making my covers for my feeders out of dollartree bowls with a heavy gauge wire for hanging. If ants become a problem in the area of that feeder I add a small cup glued to the top to hold water to work as an ant trap. I don't have quite the nice setup you have that I would have enough room to use your clever idea here . Many of my feeders are hung from dollar tree shepherds hooks, and my bowls will hang fine from them. I do have a few areas out in the yard where I have more room however that I want to try your idea. You can really add a splash of color using your technique. Haha one thing I like about using my bowls is they kinda look like a bunch of jelly fish suspended out there on the deck. Too fun. Always love your ideas Robbie and your love for our little feathered friends.!

  • @Debbie-Keller
    @Debbie-Keller Рік тому

    I LOVE the covers.

  • @AngelFace1111
    @AngelFace1111 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for all your cute ideas for the hummingbirds! I noticed your little doggy. I lost my little yorkie, Sophia in January. She was 13 years old and sick and I had to have her to put to sleep.💔I noticed your little one needs her hair brushed. Does she hate it like my little one did? I had to hold her down to trim her hair and brush her. She hated it! 😂

  • @sonflowersue.CHOOSE.L0VE
    @sonflowersue.CHOOSE.L0VE Рік тому +1

    Pretty cool. I love it. ❤️

  • @gildaibarra2540
    @gildaibarra2540 Рік тому

    Robbie your such a genius ❤️

  • @jennygray7081
    @jennygray7081 Рік тому

    I love the creativity! I wonder if fishing line would work.

  • @par4451
    @par4451 Рік тому

    You're so creative Robbie.

  • @BarbaraC02
    @BarbaraC02 Рік тому

    Love this! Thanks Robbie 🌷✨💙

  • @lisahoskin386
    @lisahoskin386 11 місяців тому +1

    This is awesome Robbie ❤

  • @Allan_aka_RocKITEman
    @Allan_aka_RocKITEman Рік тому

    This occurred to me: Purchase one of those {relatively inexpensive} _Mylar emergency space blankets._ The material {I think} would be shiny enough to reflect plenty of sunlight, and _one blanket_ would make _multiple covers._

  • @joannbingham2535
    @joannbingham2535 Рік тому

    LOVE YOUR IDEALS ❤

  • @edithwortman32
    @edithwortman32 Рік тому

    Es muy buena idea 💡!!! Tú eres muy creativa!!. Me encanta!!😊

  • @rbsamar
    @rbsamar Рік тому

    We do love u for it.❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @yogajourney1345
    @yogajourney1345 Рік тому

    So clever!!! ❤❤❤❤❤

  • @sueg2658
    @sueg2658 Рік тому

    Brilliant idea Robbie! Thank you :-)

  • @Allan_aka_RocKITEman
    @Allan_aka_RocKITEman Рік тому

    FWIW: I purchased a whole {small} box of chain a while back for a project but only needed a short length of it. So I have plenty for a project like this.
    A while back I was in a store and saw _brass binder clips_ for sale. I was tempted to purchase them but had no need for them. _UNTIL NOW._ 👍
    *EDIT:* AFAIK, the _brass_ binder clips -- if they REALLY ARE BRASS -- _ should be more corrosion-resistant than steel ones.

  • @pattyriggs651
    @pattyriggs651 Рік тому

    Enjoy ya so much ! Such good information !

  • @lynettetucker544
    @lynettetucker544 Рік тому

    Very nice Robbie ✨👍🏾

  • @xanadu1jw
    @xanadu1jw Рік тому

    Putting the center square zip ties or chain from corner to corner of that middle square would stabilize them from sliding around on the long sides of the square. Ah I see you did it on the last one.

  • @carmaela2689
    @carmaela2689 Рік тому

    Thank you for this