If you're building the frame from scratch, create a simple box shape using wooden planks. Nail or staple the planks together securely. Make sure the front is
DIY insect hotels: what are they and why make one? When you put an insect hotel in your garden, you are actively welcoming these beautiful little creatures which are extremely beneficial for the wellbeing of all your garden plants. This DIY insect hotel, also known as a bug hotel
Making your own insect hotels can be very rewarding as a hobby gardener or nature enthusiast. The concept of insect hotels, also known as bee hotels or bug hotels, is becoming more popular now we understand the important role of insects. Without insects, the world will be a barren place and we humans will probably not thrive. Building your own insect hotel will help insects to survive and thrive again. At least when you do it the right way. Let's discuss 7 things you probably should know before you start building your next insect hotel. When you build your own
A bug hotel is part garden craft and part winter home for insects! Create one today with this fun and easy bug hotel craft for kids!
Garden designer and blogger Dawn Isaac's step-by-step guide to creating your own insect hotel
DIY insect hotels: what are they and why make one? When you put an insect hotel in your garden, you are actively welcoming these beautiful little creatures which are extremely beneficial for the wellbeing of all your garden plants. This DIY insect hotel, also known as a bug hotel
Help the environment and attract beneficial insects to your garden by following this easy step-by-step tutorial to build your own bug hotel!
Making your own insect hotels can be very rewarding as a hobby gardener or nature enthusiast. The concept of insect hotels, also known as bee hotels or bug hotels, is becoming more popular now we understand the important role of insects. Without insects, the world will be a barren place and we humans will probably not thrive. Building your own insect hotel will help insects to survive and thrive again. At least when you do it the right way. Let's discuss 7 things you probably should know before you start building your next insect hotel. When you build your own
Pollinate your plants and keep the bad bugs at bay with these garden bug hotel ideas! Put sustainability first with our list of fun, DIY bug hotels.
Make your own bug hotel using natural materials to attract ladybugs, bees, and other beneficial insects to the garden.
A bug hotel is part garden craft and part winter home for insects! Create one today with this fun and easy bug hotel craft for kids!
Building a bug hotel with your child is one of the best garden activities, because it really doesn’t matter how big or small your space is, you can use anything. We used pine cones that Reuben had collected earlier in the year. bits of old pots, pebbles, big stones, twigs etc Reuben loves going into the garden and checking to see if any bugs have checked in yet. This last week was half term in our area, and I have taken the opportunity to spend some quality time with Reuben – I do miss him so now that he is at school! Anyway, the weather was rather nice on Wednesday, not the blistering heat I would like but it was dry and sort of sunny so we got out into the garden to have a play and create a bug hotel for our insect pals. Creating a bug hotel is one of the most simplistic crafts you can do in the garden with your kids – you just need to collect whatever you have! We used an old broken garden ball decoration, then collected things to go inside. This was the most fun part for Roo, he got dressed up as Iron Man, and ran about collecting twigs, dry leaves, stones, an old broken plant pot, pine cones and broken bits of pottery. Once that was all collected it was merely a case of layering it up, putting certain pieces here and there and choosing a spot in the garden for the hotel to go. We made our bug hotel on a small scale, but if you check Pinterest you will see hundreds of different options – from the five star Ritz of bug hotels to a tiny motel for business bugs to stop in! Here are a few of my favourites from Pinterest: I love the use of this old topiary basket – image via RSPBC. I love these decorative bug hotels. You could still get your kiddos to help you make these by asking them to collect the raw material and then putting it together yourself. Go Large! I think this is brilliant if you have more room or want to make a nice centrepiece in your garden. Image via ahg.de I hope you feel inspired to have a go at a bug hotel – no matter how big or small you want to try. Harriet x You may also enjoy: How to make a garden water pillow … 5 Ways To Make Your Outdoor Space More …
We have seen a couple locally and have always been intrigued. There is a huge one at the Horniman gardens, and another in Mayow Park behind the Brown & Green cafe. After a bit of digging my parents…
How to build a bug hotel from recycled materials to attract a variety of insects into your garden. A great activity for kids to do for Earth Day.
Spring is buzzing with insects and it's the perfect time to build a Bug Hotel! Look around for recycled materials and gather natural materials from your yard.
Hello there, our sweet DIY-loving bugs! Spring is here to stay, so we have decided to take our craft projects outside. Let's connect with mother nature today!
Learn how to create shelter for bees and wild insects. Fun and easy DIY ways to provide a resting place for the unseen garden helpers. With lots of bee hotel examples.
