While doing a bit of Bank Holiday gardening, I found this bug house that I'd made last year and decided to get it back out into the garden. It had been hidden in a dark, damp corner - but I don't suppose the creepy crawlies minded!
To fill up the inside of the house, I used a mix of materials to create lots of nooks and crannies! I found it easiest to lay the whole thing on its back and then tightly pack everything in. Some bits are branches with holes drilled in....
.... others are pieces of hollow bamboo cane.
I like that it now has a weathered look, having been left outside a while. Plus it looks like there are plenty of different insects who now call this home!
From memory, this took less than an hour to do and I reckon it would make a great project to try with kids as well!
I expect they loved it :)
ReplyDeleteThey definitely seem to have made themselves at home ;) x
DeleteWhat an attractive use of materials! Looks great and super practical.
ReplyDeleteThanks Audra! It was great to be able to use bits & pieces I had lying around :) x
DeleteA fabulous way to give the bugs lots of encouragement to stay in the garden - and deal with any nasties that might appear.
ReplyDeleteFingers crossed they like their new home & keep those nasties at bay!! x
DeleteI love your idea, so simple to make, I bet your bugs are very happy in there!!
ReplyDeleteThanks, it really was super easy to make! x
DeleteWhat a great idea! I'd love if you came by and shared it with us at The Makers link party on my blog. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Alexis! x
DeleteAwesomeness!! Best wishes, Linda
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda, glad you like it!! x
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