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Saturday, August 2, 2014

{Umbrella Pole Recycled into Bird Feeder Post}

Our old Umbrella Pole from the balcony got Recycled into a Bird Feeder Post...
Here it is...
Closeup
The feeder is holding suet blocks on the side...
Even though the squirrels benefit most from all the bird seeds and suet!
As you can see here; completely empty and being plundered by the squirrels...
Whenever I take photos, our felines go with me...
Barty showing to the right of the feeder; Spooky on the platform below the steps and Tiggy-Tiger to the left in front of that planter near the gazebo.
Loved the light around 6:30 PM in which our gazebo is being shown here...
All those huge trees make our garden a bird's paradise!

Related link:
{Our Balcony} | previous post by me showing the umbrella pole on our balcony... till Christmas 1998!
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34 comments:

  1. TexWisGirlJuly 31, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    nice re-use!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderJuly 31, 2014 at 8:11 PM

      Dearest Theresa,
      Always far better than trashing things!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  2. ClaudiaAugust 1, 2014 at 12:03 AM

    Dearest Mariette,
    the Birds in your garden must be so happy with all those pretty Bird-Feeders!
    A good Re-Use you did!
    Happy weekend to you,
    Love and hugs
    Claudia

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:16 PM

      Dearest Claudia,
      Oh, we do have quite a number of very happy birds around the house. Also happy squirrels that steal a lot of their food...
      Thank you and wishing you also a happy weekend.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  3. UnknownAugust 1, 2014 at 2:10 AM

    Liebe Mariette,

    es ist immer wieder schön, dich zu besuchen.

    Sonnige Grüße
    Elisabeth

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:17 PM

      Liebe Elisabeth,
      Danke es freut mich dass zu lesen!
      Liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  4. Jo-Anne's RamblingsAugust 1, 2014 at 4:24 AM

    Nice

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:17 PM

      Dearest Jo-Anne,
      That's what the birds think too!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  5. Marie-AnneAugust 1, 2014 at 5:21 AM

    Dear Mariette, you upcycled your umbrella pole perfectly!!!!! I just love this new bird (and squirrel) feeder!
    Have a happy month of August!!!
    Hugs and kisses!!!!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:20 PM

      Dearest Marie-Anne,
      Thank you and both of us love this upcycled version of bird feeder with post very much.
      Happy August to you as well.
      Hugs and love,
      Mariette

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  6. Kays KidsAugust 1, 2014 at 6:56 AM

    Trees do give a wonderful atmosphere. I think your bird stand is wonderful. It just looks right with the feeder on top.
    Hugs Kay

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:22 PM

      Dearest Kay,
      Indeed, trees create a very special atmosphere. Just today, Pieter had to cut back some oak tree branches that totally hid our lantern with post. Now it is visible again. With so much rain, things have been growing like crazy this summer.
      Thank you for your kind words.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  7. DIMIAugust 1, 2014 at 10:29 AM

    Dear Mariette,that is true!Your garden is a paradise!!I love your new feader!!
    What a clever idea!!I would like to see some pictures with your yard squirrel!!
    Wishing you a happy new month of August!!Enjoy your Summer!A BIG HUG!
    Dimi...

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:24 PM

      Dearest Dimi,
      Thank you and sure enough lots of squirrels think that our garden is a paradise; all you can eat!
      As soon as we get some more time we will try to shoot some squirrel photos for you.
      Happy August to you as well and may summer continue to be good to you and your loved ones.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  8. TamagoAugust 1, 2014 at 11:51 AM

    Wow what a great idea to recycle umbrella pole into bird feeder! Never thought about it. That is really clever! And looking very natural and lovely. Birds (and squirrels!) must love it!
    Your kitties are so cute accompanying you for photo shoot. My Goro is always around us, too :-)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:25 PM

      Dearest Tamago,
      Thank you, it was a super idea from Pieter to use it for this feeder!
      Guess our kitties act more like little doggies with their following us... They are sweet and we love all our animals; pets and garden critters!
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  9. biebkriebelsAugust 1, 2014 at 1:26 PM

    Wat een origineel vogelhuisje een je doet aan hergebruik.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:26 PM

      Beste Marianne,
      Ja goed gevonden hè; perfect hergebruik en past mooi in de tuin.
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  10. ziapollyAugust 1, 2014 at 1:33 PM

    Eccome se il tuo giardino è un Paradiso! Pure gli uccellini staranno divinamente lì, in quel posticino dolcissimo creato per loro. Complimenti Mariette vivi in un luogo incantevole ♥. Paola

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:30 PM

      Cara Paola,
      Soprattutto per tanti uccellini e anche per gli scoiattoli il nostro giardino è un Paradiso!
      Grazie e un buon fine settimana a voi.
      Baci,
      Mariette

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  11. Dies und Das vom NeckarstrandAugust 1, 2014 at 1:51 PM

    Liebe Mariette,
    eine wunderbare Idee habt ihr das umgesetzt. Ein wirklich
    schönes Vogelhäuschen.
    Einen schönen Abend wünscht Dir
    Irmi

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:33 PM

      Liebe Irmi,
      Ja, so bleibt man auch einfallsreich wenn man so etwas in der Hand hällt. Danke für deine liebe Wörter.
      Guter Monat August und schönes Wochenende.
      Liebe Grüsse,
      Mariette

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  12. GerAugust 1, 2014 at 6:56 PM

    Lieve Mariette,

    Goed idee om van de parasolstok een standaard voor vogelhuis te maken.
    Stond laatst nog met die zware stok met knots van onze oude houten parasol in de handen en dacht nog;Harry is weer van de bewaarderigge;-) wat moeten er met dat ding,heb de stok maar weer bij de andere bewaarstokken gezet.
    Maar nu ik dit zie denk ik;je weet maar nooit of het deze winter nog van pas gaat komen voor voederplank voor de vogeltjes te maken.
    Die ik trouwens vanaf eind februari niet meer bijvoer,ze kunnen dan gemakkelijk hun voer weer vinden in de natuur en wanneer ze in het voorjaar hun jongen gaan voeren met zaden en vet etc. is dat absoluut niet goed voor de maagjes van jong grut. Heb wel verschillende vogeldrink en badderbakken wanneer het niet vriest staan, het hele jaar door.
    Toen schoonouders nog leefden en in het bos woonden kwamen de eekhoorntjes ook tot aan de keukendeur voor eten,altijd zo leuk om te zien.

    Fijn weekeind en liefs,
    Ger


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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 1, 2014 at 7:35 PM

      Lieve Ger,
      Je moet maar zo denken, wie wat bewaart hééft wat! Komt bijna altijd goed van pas en Harry kan er zeker een mooie voederplank op zetten voor de winter.
      Wij beleven altijd veel plezier aan het voeren van vogels en met name ook de kolibri's in de zomer. Die vliegen af en aan en snoepen van hun nectar.
      Liefs,
      Mariette

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  13. Michiko JohnsonAugust 1, 2014 at 10:44 PM

    Dearest Mariette,
    You having a lovely idea of umbrella recyclod the squirels bird are love doing feeder post.
    Your gageb is shown hugs tree in your garden the August
    Your little-Tiger's was planter of the gagebo very happy with them!
    Hugs and love to you!
    Michiko

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 2, 2014 at 12:55 PM

      Dearest Michiko,
      Yes, this was a lovely idea and it made for happy birds and squirrels in our garden.
      Tiggy-Tiger is such a cute little feline and all of them follow us when we walk the garden...
      Hugs and love,
      Mariette

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  14. orchid0324August 2, 2014 at 4:40 AM

    Oh, how wonderful to have a bird feeder for your fantastic garden. And also with the wonderful idea of recycling with the old umbrella♡♡♡ Now I can be Looking forward to seeing the cute birdies visiting your beautiful garden, can't I♪♪♪
    Oh, it must be sweet feeling your loving kitties following you(*^_^*)
    I hope you will have a wonderful weekend, my Dear Mariette;
    Sending you Lots of Love and Hugs to my Dear friend in America, xoxo Miyako*

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 2, 2014 at 12:57 PM

      Dearest Miyako,
      Oh, we can observe many birds from our table seat during breakfast, lunch or supper. That is a joy! For making photos you have to be outside and wait for a long time with camera on tripod... Not that easy.
      Our kitties behave more like little doggies, they follow us always. Very loyal pets.
      Happy weekend to you as well.
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  15. NoushkaAugust 2, 2014 at 12:47 PM

    OH yes!
    I am sure this is paradise for your birds, Mariette!
    You feeder is super!
    Only, I bet it will soon become too small! Hahaha!!
    All the birds in the area will come to your magnificent garden!!
    Well done!!
    Enjoy your sunday!

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 2, 2014 at 1:00 PM

      Dearest Noushka,
      Thank you and yes, it is either too small or not enough food as we need to add and add... Squirrels are the cause for that and we think that indeed the neighborhood birds flock to our feeders.
      Enjoy your Sunday as well, we have a dreary looking Saturday...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  16. highheeledlifeAugust 2, 2014 at 7:44 PM

    Dearest Mariette ... this is such a creative idea. Thank you for the inspiration ... hugs, Celia M. (HHL)

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 2, 2014 at 8:25 PM

      Dearest Celia,
      Thank you, we always have to think twice especially when dealing with a huge garden like yours and ours...
      Hugs,
      Mariette

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  17. UnknownAugust 4, 2014 at 4:59 AM

    Laat maar eens een actie zien van die eekhoorns. Groetjes, Elly.

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    1. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderAugust 4, 2014 at 9:09 PM

      Beste schoonzus,
      Ja zullen we doen zodra we een keer tijd hebben want het zijn vlegels die alles constant opvreten! Maar ook wel leuk toch...
      Lieve groetjes,
      Mariette

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