Every winter my kids and I make cookie cutter birdseed ornaments to hang on a special tree for our feathered friends. It’s one of our favourite winter traditions. We also make extras to give as gifts to teachers, friends and family to celebrate the Winter Solstice and Christmas. I love making these ornaments because they’re simple to make and inexpensive. They also give back to wildlife during a time of the year when food can be scarce. There are many tutorial and recipes for birdseed ornaments on the internet, but they often include ingredients that can be harmful to birds such as corn syrup and honey. This birdseed ornament recipe is healthy for birds and easy to make too! The recipe itself is simple, requiring only three basic ingredients: gelatin, water and bird seeds. Anything extras are optional but it makes the treat a bit more special for the birds. Be sure to take a moment to read the troubleshooting and helpful tips listed below as well as any ingredients and materials that should be avoided. Troubleshooting and Helpful Tips! Ingredients and Materials To Avoid: