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STEP ONEAssemble the ingredients and grease each mould with cooking oil.Dissolve gelatin packets in the 75 mL (1/3 cup) cold water. Bring the 180 mL (3/4 cup) water to a boil in a medium-sized pot. Turn the heat to low and add the gelatin mixture, stirring to blend. Add the corn syrup and birdseed. Stir well over the heat for 2 minutes. If the mix seems runny, add more birdseed until the liquid is fully absorbed. Allow to cool slightly.
STEP TWOUsing a spoon, press the mixture firmly into the moulds.
STEP THREETo make a hole, insert a small stick through the centre of each mould. Allow the moulds to dry completely; the birdseed should be very firm to the touch. This will take several days. Once set, remove the stick and release the shape from the mould.
STEP FOURThread a string or ribbon through the centre hole and tie
Hang the completed star on a tree and watch it attract some fine feathered friends!
These easy birdseed stars are great gifts for kids, gardeners and naturalists. They add a wonderful, decorative accent to a garden and provide food for our feathered friends during the winter season.
To make 6 stars you will need:
Story and photos by Christina Symons