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What is a wasp nest decoy?

The idea behind hanging a wasp nest decoy on your house or in your yard is that wasps that are checking out the area will see it and avoid building nests in the area, thinking that another wasp colony has already established itself there. Decoys could discourage wasps by simulating the look of an enemy hive in size, shape, and color. 

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These look beautiful during the day and night!

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Where should you hang them?

Hang your decoys at the edge of your home or garage from the rooftop, or near garbage cans where sugary food can attract wasps. We also hung them in our garden area and places where our kids play in our yard. 

What are the best wasp nest decoys?

We have these decoys and love them! They are great because they look like a pretty yard decoration during the day and make a beautiful lantern at night. We added these flameless tealight candles to the wasp nest decoys and they fit perfectly! I was able to slide the candles through the top opening and they laid nicely at the bottom of the decoy. The candle might tip to one side at the bottom, but can be tapped to avoid this issue. Here are a couple of photos to see how the candle fit in the decoy. 

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Check them out during the day and at night! These decoys make a functional and beautiful yard decoration!

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I hope you give these decoys a try!

Need a couple of summer craft ideas?! Check out:

3 Sun Art Paper Lanterns

Pressed Flower Pencil Cases

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This super handy match jar not only looks beautiful, but is soooo useful as well! It’s very accessible since it is left out as a decoration and is a great conversation piece. It also cuts down on clutter and combines a match holder and striker, into one nice container. 

I also love that you can reuse a small condiment jar to create this cute match holder. You can decorate the jar however you would like, but of course I instantly reached for my pressed flower stash! They make everything so pretty. 

Ready to give it a try!? Here’s what you’ll need..

Supplies for the Match Striker Sticker Jar Craft:

• • Jar- Reuse an old jar or purchase a cute vintage jar from the thrift shop! Check out how to remove labels from jars HERE!
  • Mod Podge- I used the matte version for the lampshade. 
  • Pressed flowers– You can always press your own flowers if you have them available in your garden! If you currently don’t have flowers to press, then I suggest going with Amazon. I’ve used many pressed flowers from Amazon for my crafts and am happy to recommend them as well. I love this set from Amazon, this set, and this set! There are a ton of options available! Just type “pressed flowers” in the search bar and a bunch of options will show up. 
  • Match Striker Stickers- Here are the different sizes and shapes available: 2 inch circles, 1 inch circles, variety pack, and a cute rainbow match set with a 2 sizes!
  • Strike Anywhere Matches

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Here’s How I Made the Match Striker Jar:

Step 1: Think of a pressed flower design. 

You have a blank slate on the jar, so play around with different flower designs before you add Mod Podge. 

Step 2: Mod Podge

Apply a layer of Mod Podge on your jar. I prefer to use a small foam brush for this step, but I only had a paintbrush available. 

Step 3: Pressed Flowers

Place pressed flowers on the layer of Mod Podge. A tweezer is always helpful if you are having difficulties picking up the pressed flowers. 

Step 4: Mod Podge

Apply a layer of Mod Podge over the pressed flowers. Let the jar dry before the next step. 

Step 5: Match Striker Sticker

I got the 2 inch stickers and they were a bit too big for my jar, so I cut them down to size and placed them on the bottom of the jars. I also thought it would be cute to cut the sticker into a heart shape for Valentine’s Day!

Now your jar is all set and ready to use! Strike the match against the sticker and light your candle!

This jar is meant to be decorative and looks beautiful on the living room or a bathroom shelf. 

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I hope you enjoy this useful craft as much as I do!

-Tara

Need more simple nature ideas?! Check out:

Frozen Fruit Bowl for Animals

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We love our chickens! They lay eggs, are so cute and make us laugh! When it comes to keeping chickens safe and healthy during heat waves, our little friends need our help. This frozen fruit bowl helps keep our flock’s water cold and the frozen fruit offers a chilly treat when they need it the most. Frozen food and cold water actually lowers chickens’ body temperature from within, this treat is not only pretty but can also be life saving during bursts of extreme heat. 

**If you love this idea and would rather not DIY it, you can purchase a kit on Amazon. CLICK HERE to see an option we tried and liked. Here is the REEL to check it out!**

What are the best fruits and vegetables for chickens?

We used strawberries and blueberries, but you can use a wide variety of produce for this frozen bowl. Other great options are watermelon, pears, apples, grapes, lettuce, beets, broccoli, carrots, kale, swiss chard, squash, pumpkins and cucumbers. Don’t overdue the sugar! Everything in moderation applies to chickens as well. 

How to tell if your chicken is too hot?

• Panting (similar to how dogs do)
• Fluffing up their feathers to allow air to circulate against their body
• Decreased egg production
• Lethargic behavior

If you notice any of these these behaviors, don’t panic! Often times, this is normal chicken behavior in the summer and if you make sure to provide enough water and ventilation, they’ll be just fine. This is also a great time to make a frozen fruit bowl!

RELATED: CLICK HERE to check out the Dandelion Pecking Board for Chickens! It’s a great boredom buster for your feathered friends. 

Ready to give it a try!? Here’s what you’ll need..

Supplies for Frozen Fruit Bowl:

• • 2 different sized plastic bowls– 1 larger and 1 small
  • Ice
  • Fruit- We used strawberries and blueberries.
  • Water
  • A few rocks

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How to Make the Frozen Fruit Bowl:

Step 1: Grab a larger plastic container, some ice cubes and pieces of fruit. 

Place your larger plastic container on a table and put a few handfuls of ice at the bottom of your container. Add a few pieces of fruit as well.

Step 2: Grab a smaller plastic container, some ice cubes and pieces of fruit.

Place your smaller plastic container on top of the ice cubes, in the center of the larger plastic container. Place some ice cubes and pieces of fruit in between the larger and smaller containers to keep the smaller container centered. 

Step 3: Grabs a few rocks.

Place the rocks in the smaller plastic container to keep it from floating up after you add the water. 

Step 4: Add water.

Add water in between the larger and smaller plastic containers and freeze!

Step 5: Loosen the frozen fruit bowl.

Take the rocks out of the small container and fill it with warm water. Let it sit until it loosens and can take the small container out. Then run warm water on the outside of the large container until the the ice bowl pops out! Add a little cold water and take it out to the coop!

Chickens will love pecking at the frozen fruit and water! Berries contain healthy vitamins and minerals that are great for chickens and the cold water will help them cool down on hot summer days! Keep your chickens happy and make a frozen bowl today. 

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I hope you enjoy this chicken activity as much as I do!

-Tara

Need more simple nature ideas?! Check out:

How to Make Rocks Shiny

Winter Bird Feeder Made of Ice

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