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16" Spinners and Bracket

2011-04-13T21:48:00.000-05:00

This bracket fits 12" & 16" spinners.

12" Solar Light Hummingbird red (also comes in blue and teal)

16" Themed Hummingbird Wind Spinner teal (also comes in red)

12" Gazing Ball Hummingbird Cut-out teal

Approx. 8.5" H x 12" W

Ovallusion Hummingbird rasp (only available in blue and purple)

Winged Sensations Hummingbird teal

12" Hummingbird Purple/Blue

12" Blue Hummingbird

New Decorative Bird Houses

2011-02-22T12:20:00.005-06:00

FIVE NEW Decorative Bird Houses added.

Finch Valley Winery

Cowboy Rooster

Yacht Club Birdhouse

Morning Glory Birdhouse

Perky Piglet Birdhouse

Dog Wind Spinners In The Wind - Yorkshire (Copper)

2011-02-22T10:09:00.000-06:00

Our Dog Wind Spinners are a beautiful sight to see against any backdrop! Check out this Yorkshire - Copper Dog Wind Spinner Only $30.00

Dog wind spinners are a great gift for any dog lover. After watching this video to demonstrate how nicely they spin in the wind, you can rest assured knowing your gift is everything it's intended to be.

Outdoormama's wind spinners are stainless steel, therefore, will NOT rust, therefore, will last a long time looking beautiful as ever!

How to Clean Your Stainless Steel Wind Spinners

2011-02-21T20:36:00.000-06:00

Wind spinners can start to look weathered if not taken care of properly. If your wind spinners have been moved and stored in and out of boxes a lot (if you have moved homes or just like to change the location of your wind spinner) they may get a little scratched. You can decrease the visibility of the scratches using a polishing cloth and lightly rubbing in circles over the top of the scratch. If your wind spinners get a little dirt on them use the same cloth do dust it off. OutdoorMama's wind spinners will not rust because they are stainless steel so that is one less thing to worry about. Wind spinners can look glistening in the wind as long as they are kept shiny clean to catch the sun's rays. So if you want to enjoy twirling, sparkling wind spinners in your yard, you will need to clean them once and a while.

12" Brass Angel
$30.00

12" Eagle Head
$30.00

February Featured Wind Spinner - Red Cardinal Wind Spinner

2011-02-15T05:26:00.000-06:00

This beautiful red Cardinal Wind Spinner looks amazing with a backdrop of white this time of year! It also goes well with the up-coming spring theme as all birds are a sign of green just around the corner. Buy this cardinal wind spinner today and enjoy the beauty it brings to any backyard as your friends and neighbors will surely want one too!

Cardinal Wind Spinner
~~$32.00~~
$30.00

Interesting Tacky? or Tasteful? Yard Art!

2011-02-14T16:59:00.000-06:00

"Some yard art can be so tacky...or tasteful; it's all in the eyes of the beholder!"

Happy Valentines Day! Our Garden Planter Sale Extends One More Week!!!

2011-02-14T06:33:00.000-06:00

Enjoy these great savings on ALL our Garden Planters for one more week...through Monday, February 21st!

Garden planters make terrific gifts, lawn ornaments, porch or patio accents and more. Explore with the endless possibilities using planters and plant stands as lawn ornaments. It is also fun to add a little something to your pots such as garden stakes for the larger ones.

Giraffe Garden Planter
~~$39.95~~
$22.95

Jade Planter Trio
~~$59.95~~
$36.95

Themed Wind Spinners

2011-02-11T06:11:00.000-06:00

Wildlife Theme
~~$38.00~~
$32.00

Themed wind spinners are uniquely shaped garden art that add a theme feeling to your already existing garden theme. You can also start a garden theme using themed wind spinners. Our most popular garden themes tend to be hummingbirds, cardinals and butterflies, all of which are included in our themed wind spinners page. We also have a USA theme, wildlife, lighthouse, religious/crosses, lovebird, ladybug, motorcycle, loon and more themes to choose from. Find a themed wind spinner just right for your backyard or as a gift for someone else.

Lighthouse Theme
~~$38.00~~
$32.00

Cardinals Theme
~~$38.00~~
$32.00

Garden Stakes Make Perfect Garden Art

2011-02-10T06:07:00.000-06:00

Garden stakes are fun pieces of garden art that you can put almost anywhere in your garden, backyard, front yard and even your deck or patio. They look great in planters on the patio and deck! You can get garden stakes that are big, small, bouncy, firm, shiny, solar light and more. If you want to add some garden art to your outdoors garden stakes are the perfect quick, easy and cost-efficient way to go.

Flamingo Gazing Ball Stakes
~~$49.95~~
Now Only $39.95

Hummingbird Garden Stake
$34.95

Bouncy Butterfly Garden Stake
$12.95

Super Garden Planter Sale - Up to 60% OFF - Sale ends Valentines Day!

2011-02-09T12:06:00.000-06:00

Don't miss our huge Super Garden Planter Sale! ALL garden planters are on sale - Up to 60% OFF!! Sale ends Valentines Day, February 14th! Shop now and save big!

Wagon Wheel Planters
Was ~~$99.95~~Now ONLY $72.95

3-pc Nested Rose Tin Pots
Was ~~$16.95~~
Now ONLY $9.95

NEW Tuscan Courtyard Planters ON SALE!!

2011-02-09T06:10:00.000-06:00

Add some class to your outdoor patio with these beautifully crafted Tuscan Courtyard Planters! These garden planters make the perfect pair for a gift or for yourself. Spring will be here before you know it and then Mother's Day will be here. Don't put it off, buy these exquisite garden planters today and save big money!

NEW Tuscan Courtyard Planters
Was ~~$59.95~~
Now ONLY $39.95

Sun-kissed terra cotta brings the warmth of the Tuscan countryside to your home, highlighting every elegant detail of these classic ceramic planters. A timelessly colorful addition to your outdoor décor! No drain hole in bottom.

Weight 7.7 lbs.
Stoneware.
Small: 8 1/4" diameter x 4 1/2" high
large: 12 1/2" diameter x 7" high.
Set

NEW Water Lily Garden Planter

2011-02-09T05:52:00.000-06:00

Spring is about to be sprung and Mother's Day will be fast approaching. This garden planter is the perfect gift for your mother or mother-in-law or a best friend that you want to show appreciation for being such a good mom!


NEW Water Lily Planter Was ~~$34.95~~ Now ONLY $19.95


A fairy-tale teacup is larger than life in luscious red and vibrant green! Playful planter is shaped like a fresh-cut flower complete with its leafy base; a perfect perch for your loveliest plant. Drain hole in bottom. Weight 3.3 lbs. Dolomite Cup: 10 3/4" x 8 5/8" x 4 1/8" high Saucer: 10" diameter. Set

"Dream Box" of Pics/Ideas of Projects to Do One Day

2011-02-08T06:16:00.000-06:00

Do you have a dream box of pictures you have kept for ideas of projects you want to some day try? This idea has just come to me recently in a gardening forum I joined. For busy people who have the ambition to design and build their own garden art this is the perfect idea. What ideas have you collected over the years of garden art you want to some day have in your garden or backyard?

The possibilities are endless. You can get a lot of fun ideas by googling images of "garden art"!

3 Lawn Ornaments You Must Have & Why PART THREE: Garden Statues

2011-02-04T17:01:00.000-06:00

Garden statues are popular in almost any outdoor enthusiast’s garden. They can range from large lion statues to big cement bird baths and garden gnomes to Mickey Mouse figurines. Garden statues have represented a status symbol in the past. Maybe such representation still exists, however, there are a whole line of different kinds of garden statues you can put in your backyard today. Garden statues can set the mood in your garden. Do you want a playful fun garden theme? Choose garden statues such as garden gnomes or popular animal statues (maybe from TV). If you want a more quite reflective garden, you may want to find angel and cherub garden statues. And if you are looking to create a garden or front/back yard that represents power or confidence, garden statue lions or historical sculptures may be to your liking. Whatever the theme you should be able to find some garden statues that suit your needs.

Cherub on Column $84.95 Was ~~$99.95~~

Mickey Gardening Figurine Only $34.95

Loving Frogs on Swing

When choosing lawn ornaments for your garden it’s always nice to find things that have a purpose. And some things you just have to have because it’s cute or on sale. Whatever your reasons are, bird feeders, wind spinners and garden statues are just a few lawn ornaments that can serve a purpose in your garden. Any three of these lawn ornaments are absolute must-haves for your garden. Other lawn ornaments to consider are garden planters, bird houses, bird baths, wind chimes and stepping stones.

3 Lawn Ornaments You Must Have & Why PART TWO: Wind Spinners (of course)

2011-02-03T05:36:00.000-06:00

Wind spinners can have a lot of purposes in your backyard. Because they come in all different shapes, sizes and colors, they are fun to pick out and decide where you want to hang them. Wind spinners can be hung from tree branches, from hook stands in the middle of the yard or along the outside of the house, porch brackets, from the ceiling of the porch, decks, gardens, and many more places. You can buy solar light wind spinners, gazing ball wind spinners and themed wind spinners. Solar light spinners are wonderful because they decorate and light up an area. So you can enjoy them both day and night! Gazing ball spinners are a popular wind spinner as you will find a lot of gazing balls in the middle of flower gardens and such. If you have a smaller area to work that adding a large gazing would just overcrowd it, a gazing ball wind spinner might be just right for you. Themed wind spinners are long spinners (about 16” in length) that provide three different pictures of one theme. For example, for a USA theme you might see an eagle head at the top, the American flag in the center and the letters USA at the bottom. These make great gifts for those who have a garden theme in which one of these themed wind spinners carry.

Wind Spinners for only $30.00:

12" Solar Light Dolphins Wind Spinner $36.00

Gazing Ball Set Yellow/Zinc $35.00

Cardinals Theme Wind Spinner $32.00

3 Lawn Ornaments You Must Have & Why PART ONE: Bird Feeders

2011-02-02T12:44:00.000-06:00

When I was younger and heard the term lawn ornaments I would think of pink flamingos and huge statues in the middle of a flower bed or garden. Although these are still popular lawn décor across America’s lawns, lawn ornaments have actually come a long way and consist of a variety of items today. I will discuss three particular kinds of lawn ornaments, bird feeders, wind spinners, and garden statues, and the purpose each has in your lawn.

Supplying bird feeders in your backyard provides access to one of the most popular outdoor hobbies in America, bird watching. Bird feeders are a great way to interact with wild life. The longer you establish bird feeders in your backyard, the more birds will come and go and come back again the next migrating season. Bird feeders provide food for wild birds; which may be especially helpful when food is scarce or right before migrating season or just a plane energy boost they can rely on. The purpose of bird feeders is not only to feed birds but they can also decorate your backyard. Some feeders are designed with the purpose of just feeding but other bird feeders are designed to provide food and decorate your outdoors. Feeders can be posted, mounted and hung so it’s easy to find a place for one or two.

1st Nature 16 oz. Hummingbird Feeder
Was ~~$15.95~~ Now ONLY $12.95

Wood & Painted Glass Birdfeeder
ONLY $19.95

OutdoorMama's Cardinal Theme Suggestion for Your Backyard!

2011-01-25T05:31:00.000-06:00

A popular theme in a lot of backyards is a very popular red bird, the cardinal. This avian friend of ours has inherited popularity, especially in the winter as northern cardinals do not migrate. These birds are surely a site to see with a beautiful back-drop of a fresh blanket of snow.

Male Cardinal

Female Cardinal

There are cardinal themed wind spinners and bird feeders to help you accomplish the cardinal theme you want in your backyard. The best decoration for a cardinal themed backyard is the great northern cardinal itself.

NO/NO Red Cardinal Feeder
Was ~~$33.95~~
Now Only $28.95

12" Solar Light Cardinals
Was ~~$42.00~~
Now Only $36.00

Country Cardinal Bird Feeder
Only $9.95!

Winter Bird House Project

2011-01-24T14:51:00.001-06:00

Just because it's winter and you feel like there's nothing to do, try building your own bird house out of old scraps like the picture above. The wood used in this bird house is nearly 100 years old. Vintage chair legs make up the chimney and the columns in the front. The top perch is a handle off of an old Victorian style cabinet. The bottom perch is made up of a latch and chain attached to a skeleton key. The possibilities are endless when building your own bird house; you can make it whatever you want by whatever you find! Have fun!

What is thatch and how it affects your lawn...

2011-01-24T07:54:00.000-06:00

"Thatch is not understood well for most homeowners. Some lawns have serious thatch problems while others do not. Thatch is a layer of living and dead organic matter that occurs between the leaf surface of the lawn and the soil. Excessive thatch creates a favorable environment for pests and disease, an unfavorable growing environment for grass roots, and can interfere with some lawn care practices."
Read more here...

If you want your lawn ornaments to look their best in your lawn you might want to take care of this issue if it is a concern for you. For lawn ornaments such as garden statues and stepping stones, that are directly on the grass and flower beds, this is important to address as they direct attention to the grass.

Wind Spinners That Really Spin

2011-01-22T00:20:00.000-06:00

All of OutdoorMama's wind spinners spin easily in the wind. However, there are some that spin more than others. Here is a list of wind spinners from our store that are great spinners in the slightest of breezes:

12" Tulips
Comes in Red or Purple
~~$32~~
$30

12" Guitar
~~$32~~
$30

12" Lighthouse
~~$32~~
$30

12" Dolphin
~~$32~~
$30

12" Tiger head
~~$32~~
only $28

12" Liberty
~~$32~~
$30

12" Flag
~~$32~~
$30

12" Shamrock
~~$32~~
$30

12" Sun-Moon-Stars
Comes in purple, blue & copper
~~$32~~
$30

Wind spinners can be hung in a lot of places. Try hanging them in your porch or right outside your door in a porch bracket designed especially for wind spinners. Some other display accessories include hook stands, deck brackets and twirling motors for indoors.

Garden Statues & Their History: Part TWO

2011-01-21T23:12:00.000-06:00

Mythological figures have definitely played a huge role in the history of garden statues. Some gardens are places of eternal metamorphoses, where replicas of gods endure the changing seasons. The modern use of a garden statue can be traced back to the Italian Renaissance about 500 years ago. It was then that the great artistic and philosophical works of Greek and Roman antiquity were being discovered anew. There were many classical sculptures that were also greatly admired as many were even excavated and transformed into garden statues. The Laocoon, for example, was a famous group of sculptures unearthed in 1506 that was displayed in the Belvedere Garden of the Vatican.

Garden Statues and Their History: Part ONE

2011-01-18T05:11:00.000-06:00

Garden statues can add a certain look to any outdoor space and ornament any garden. These types of lawn ornaments are perfect for flower gardens, any porch area, and both front and back yards. It is important, however, not to overcrowd your place with garden statues, which is why placement of your statues is important. Let’s take a brief look at the history of garden statues and why they have withstood the test of time.

The temples and temple gardens of Ancient Egypt were beautifully ornamented with statues of the gods. In Greece, garden statues were placed in sacred groves. The Romans copied many of these for use as garden ornaments. As an example, the Venus de’Medici is believed to be a first century BC marble copy of a fourth century BC bronze. Through the Renaissance and into the twentieth century, this approach dominated western gardens.

Definition of Wind Spinners

2011-01-17T05:17:00.000-06:00

Dragonfly 3D Color Fusion
Was ~~$32.00~~ Now $30.00

Wikipedia's definition of Spinners: "Usually shaped like flowers with petals that spin in the wind. Variations include birds or insects with spinning wings." OutdoorMama's definition of Spinners: "Long-lasting, beautifully colorful stainless steel wind spinners that are the perfect yard art and spin in the slightest of breezes. Comes in all shapes, sizes, colors and fancies!" Wind spinners are a beautiful way to decorate any lawn and garden and make the perfect gifts for anybody. Shop today to find the perfect wind spinner for yourself or a friend!

Garden Stakes Are Just the Right Thing to Add to Any Garden of Lawn Ornaments

2011-01-12T20:57:00.000-06:00

Hummingbird Garden Stake
$34.95

Garden stakes are so much fun to add to any lawn decor theme. You can add them to garden planters, pots, flower gardens, next to decks, sidewalks, steps, front doors, even below your mailbox. There are tons of places you can find to decorate with garden stakes. Garden stakes are great lawn ornaments and make perfect garden gifts to those who appreciate outdoor decorating. This hummingbird garden stake would look great under a hummingbird feeder or in your garden or in the midst of your lawn ornaments.

Lawn Ornaments That Beautify Your Porch: PART THREE

2011-01-10T21:13:00.001-06:00

Jewel Tone Flower Pots - Trio
Large: 12" diameter x 8 1/2" high.
Medium: 9" diameter x 6 1/2" high.
Small: 6 1/2" diameter x 5 1/4" high.
Only $49.95

Cherub Statue w/Lantern
10" x 10 1/2" x 25" high.
Was ~~$104.95~~ Now $89.95

Other lawn ornaments that accompany a porch atmosphere well are large garden planter pots for the ground. These are usually used for a small tree or large plants and make great corner décor. Lawn ornaments such as garden statues are also fun items to bring into the porch floor area. Usually these garden statue lawn ornaments should range in size from at least 12” to no more than 3’ in height. Having too little of a garden statue on the floor level may go unseen and forgotten whereas having too big of a garden statue in the porch may feel a little overcrowded and in some cases a little overwhelming. So make your best judgment according to your porch size and layout.

Lawn Ornaments That Beautify Your Porch: PART TWO

2011-01-05T07:12:00.001-06:00

Metal Staircase Plant Stand
Was ~~$59.95~~ Now $49.95

Safari Flower Pots - set of 3
Only $16.95

For eye to floor level décor, planter stands are great for displaying all sorts of lawn ornaments, garden planters and even your favorite books. Your porch is a great place to display planter stands and garden planters full of flowers or green plants. They are protected from harsh weather such as rain, wind and snow, so it’s much easier to maintain. Other lawn ornaments you can display on your planter stands include garden gnomes, fairy statues, and even wind chimes and wind spinners can be hung from some planter stands. Use planter stands to display collection items such as decorative bird houses or themed lawn ornaments such as frogs or butterflies.

Lawn Ornaments That Beautify Your Porch: PART ONE

2010-12-30T22:39:00.000-06:00

16" Solar Light Lighthouse
$36.00 on SALE

Solar Hummingbird Chime
Only $24.95

Starting with your eye level or above, lawn ornaments such as wind spinners and wind chimes offer a great welcoming feel to any outdoor and indoor space. These kinds of lawn ornaments entertain while adding a pleasant sound or view to look at. They are a great conversation starter and look beautiful wherever they are. Wind chime lawn ornaments come in all different kinds and sizes. You can even make great centerpieces for your table using lawn ornaments. Some good suggestions for where to place your wind chimes would be near a doorway. Wind spinner lawn ornaments are usually seen hanging from a hook stand in your yard. However, there are ways you can hang these beautiful lawn ornaments from the ceiling of your porch for display. A corner spot is usually the best for wind spinners so they catch as much of the breeze that comes in from the windows as possible. Make sure your wind spinners are fanned out properly to get the most spinning action.

Ovallusions Wind Spinners Only $23.00

2010-12-20T17:06:00.000-06:00

Find the perfect Ovallusions wind spinner for yourself or a friend! These wind spinners are the perfect size for any garden, patio, yard or porch. Here is a list of the different themed Ovallusions wind spinners we have:

Cross

Ideas for Solar Garden Lights as centerpieces or guiding path

2010-12-16T10:36:00.001-06:00

When designing your garden consider adding solar garden lights all throughout or if you prefer in one spot. You can make a path using stepping stones and place solar garden lights guiding this path into the night. What a wonderful way to enjoy the night and your garden at the same time. Solar garden lights also make great centerpieces in any garden or yard. If you have a flower patch or small garden, place a solar light wind spinner or solar powered wind chime on a hook stand in the middle of the flowers or plants. This will allow a shimmering glow to cast over the flowers and plants for all to see and enjoy. Here are a few solar garden lights to get you started:

Lighthouse Solar Light Lamp
$69.95

Solar Hummingbird Chime
$24.95

Hummingbirds Solar Light Wind Spinner
Was ~~$42.00~~ Now Only $36.00

Click HERE for more Solar Garden Lights!

Snowman Wind Spinner

2010-12-13T12:04:00.000-06:00

Only $28 plus shipping!

There is still time to get this beautiful snowman wind spinner as a gift or for yourself to greet your guests for your Christmas get-together! This wind spinner spins so easily in the slightest of breezes you will have a hard time keeping up with it. Hurry while supplies last!

Solar Garden Lights

2010-12-13T11:48:00.000-06:00

Solar garden lights are fun and attractive garden décor to add to any backyard. These beauties are powered by the sun’s energy during the day and light up at night. Solar garden lights can be anything from solar light wind spinners to solar light garden stakes to solar powered lanterns and lamps. There are many options to choose from and many benefits to them all. Here is a brief visual of how solar powered lights work:

NEW Everlasting Bonsai Tree - Indoors or Out!

2010-12-04T01:33:00.000-06:00

Everlasting Bonsai Tree
$34.95 was ~~$39.95~~

Bring a little green in your home this winter with this beautiful Everlasting Bonsai Tree and take out on the patio come spring. This beautiful lawn ornament serves as lawn decor or interior decor and lasts forever and is virtually maintenance-free! Lawn ornaments like this one make great gifts for anybody that likes to get more out of their garden decor when it comes to tight spaces.

Large Grasshopper Lawn Ornament

2010-11-29T06:50:00.000-06:00

When talking about interesting lawn ornaments, here is a good one! But it's more than just interesting; it was created with lawn and garden tools! Here is a clip on how it was created. What types of crazy or interesting lawn ornaments have you seen?

Number One Christmas Present Idea This Holiday Season: Bird Feeders

2010-11-24T11:16:00.005-06:00

Bird feeders are the number one Christmas present idea. There are a ton of different types of bird feeders to choose from. There are tube bird feeders, squirrel proof bird feeders, cage bird feeders, suet bird feeders, platform bird feeders, hopper bird feeders, hummingbird feeders and more. When choosing a bird feeder for somebody as a gift, there are some things to consider first. Where do they live? Do they have any bird feeders already? What types of birds are most popular in their area? Do they need squirrel proof bird feeders? What is the ease of care and maintenance of the bird feeders? All these considerations will help you determine what bird feeder will suit your friend and wild birds the best. Bird feeders bring so much joy into the world of any backyard enthusiast.

Why wait? Shop and save one day earlier!!!

2010-11-24T11:12:00.002-06:00

We are now giving you an early start on huge savings starting tomorrow, on Turkey day, November 25th. Enjoy 25% off your entire order starting one day earlier! Go ahead, get that one thing you've been itching to get or get all your Christmas shopping done while savings are good! We have
wind spinners
wind chimes
bird feeders
wood bird houses
decorative bird houses
bird baths
stepping stones
garden statues
garden planters
solar garden lights
garden stakes
dog wind spinners
solar light wind spinners
gazing ball wind spinners
and more!

25% OFF Every Order this Friday, November 26th ONLY!

2010-11-23T22:37:00.001-06:00

This Friday only: Shop and save 25% on your entire order at OutdoorMama.com! Shop for Christmas presents, birthday presents, or any other gifts you are needing and save big this year! Enter in coupon code: GIVETHANKS at checkout...it is good ONLY this Friday, November 26th!

Solar Garden Lights

2010-11-23T22:32:00.001-06:00

Solar Garden Lights are a hot item in today's gardens and backyards. We have many solar garden lights to choose from at OutdoorMama.com including solar light wind spinners, solar light lamps, and solar statues!

12" Solar Light Butterflies
$36.00 was ~~$42.00~~

Pagoda Solar Light
$33.95 was ~~$39.95~~

Requires one AA battery (not included).
Ceramic.
6 5/8" diameter x 8 1/2" high.

Reading Time Fun Solar Light Lamp Statue
$79.95

Weight 5.5 lbs.
Polyresin.
11 1/4" x 7 1/2" x 16" high.

10 Homemade Pesticides for Your Yard and Garden

2010-11-22T15:36:00.001-06:00

For some of you this may not apply to you as it is the beginning of the winter season but found this article to be of some great value for those of you turning green!

Wind Spinners: Number 2 Christmas Present for the Backyard Enthusiast

2010-11-22T10:52:00.002-06:00

12" Pug Dog Spinner, Colors: Black or Copper $30.00

The number two Christmas present idea is a metal wind spinner. Wind spinners have come a long way since whirligigs and pinwheels. There are different shapes, sizes, themes, colors and materials metal wind spinners come in. The best material of wind spinners is made of stainless steel so that you can display your wind spinners outdoors year-round and not have to worry about them rusting. Stainless steel does not rust; therefore, a wind spinner made of this material will not only last a long time but look just as beautiful everyday as the day you bought it. Wind spinners can be hung indoors and out, for example, from your rear-view mirror in your car, on a window in an office or home, on a Christmas tree as an ornament, in the entryway of a business, outside on a porch bracket, or hanging from a hook stand anywhere in your yard. There are solar light wind spinners, dog wind spinners, large wind spinners, small wind spinners, themed wind spinners, colorful wind spinners, gazing ball wind spinners and a lot more designs of wind spinners to choose from.

All of OutdoorMama's wind spinners are made of 400 series 18-gauge stainless steel and are backed by a Lifetime Rustproof Guarantee!!

12" Angel Wind Spinner - Brass Was ~~$32.00~~ Now $30.00

Blue Gazing Ball Set $35.00

Top 3 Christmas Present Ideas for the Backyard Enthusiast: Number 3

2010-11-17T05:39:00.000-06:00

Number three Christmas present idea is a wind chime. Wind chimes are an easy present to give to your backyard enthusiast or anybody who loves the pleasant sounds and calmness wind chimes bring to any atmosphere. Wind chimes can be hung anywhere, indoors and out, and don’t require a lot of space. You do not even need a backyard to display a wind chime. Wind chimes also come in many different sizes, themes and materials. Some popular wind chimes include: bamboo wind chimes, wood wind chimes, metal wind chimes, personalized wind chimes and homemade wind chimes. Bamboo wind chimes and wood wind chimes tend to create a more calming sound. Metal wind chimes are more crystal clear and upbeat sounds. Personalized wind chimes can be any type of material or sound but the purpose or meaning behind them is what’s most important. Homemade wind chimes can be made of a bunch of old silverware. These wind chimes may be fun projects to do with your kids.

J.W. Stannard Dove $59.95

Temple Gate $15.95

Painted Metal Butterfly $14.95

The Squirrel Boss Squirrel Proof Bird Feeder

2010-11-15T06:56:00.000-06:00

If anybody has one of these squirrel proof bird feeders or has heard of them, please speak up. This is the first time I've seen or heard of this kind of bird feeder and wondering what others think about it. Read the article and share your thoughts...

Improve the Appearance Around Your Bird Feeders While Attracting More Birds!

2010-11-12T05:43:00.000-06:00

Here is a list of plants that are bird-friendly to plant under or around your bird feeders! These plants will attract more birds while at the same time decorate your bird feeding area. Bird feeders aren't (typically) the most decorative pieces of garden decor you can put in your lawn, unless you buy decorative bird feeders, so why not try one or more of these flowering plant ideas around your bird feeders!

Fall Bazaar/Craft Show & Bake Sale: Elks Lodge at the Hillcrest Shopping Center

2010-11-11T04:09:00.000-06:00

All you southwestern Minnesotans, come join us this weekend, November 13th, from 10:00am-3:00pm for the Fall Bazaar/Craft Show & Bake Sale at the Elks Lodge (Hillcrest shopping center) in Rochester. This event is sponsored by the Rochester Doe's and has the best selection of baked goodies you will find in the area as well as a variety of crafts and holiday gifts for the upcoming giving seasons! Come visit our Wind Spinner stand and see for yourself how beautiful our Solar Light Wind Spinners are along with some of our Dog Wind Spinners and Seasonal Wind Spinners. While supplies last: Our wind spinner display is not expected to last long so get there early so you don't miss any of our spinners!

Turn Simple Garden Decor Into Indoor Holiday Decorations

2010-11-11T03:51:00.000-06:00

3", 4" & 8" Wind Spinners

There are lots of ways to decorate your indoors for the holidays. Have you considered bringing in some garden decor? These small wind spinners are perfect indoor garden decor for the holidays. These wind spinners come in sizes as small as 3", 4" and 8 inches. Not only are they the perfect garden decor for indoors, but they make even better small gifts for your co-workers holiday party, you Godmother/Godfather, Grandma/Grandpa, etc. They can be used as Christmas tree ornaments or hung in the kitchen window above your sink. Wherever you decide to put them these cutsie wind spinners will bring in the outdoors all winter long!

Get This Thanksgiving Wind Spinner In Time for the Holidays

2010-11-08T19:27:00.000-06:00

12" Horn-O-Plenty
Only $28.00

Celebrate Thanksgiving this year with this beautiful Thanksgiving Wind Spinner decor. I shall be the perfect gift for Thanksgiving as well as we all have the opportunity, not only on Thanksgiving day, but every day to be so thankful and greatful for all that we have. This wind spinner will remind people day in and day out of what we should be thankful for today!

Just In: Audubon by Woodlink Wren Bird House Kit

2010-11-06T00:36:00.000-05:00

Audubon by Woodlink Wren Bird House Kit $19.95

This easy to assemble wren bird house is a great project for kids and adults. Includes all hardware and a metal hanging cable. Buy one today and make a project out of it with your kids!

Seasons Are Changing

2010-11-03T16:00:00.000-05:00

I caught this picture outside this morning and it got me thinking how fast Autumn has come and almost gone! Sadly enough I haven't seen many birds around anymore even though we have kept our bird feeders out and filled still. But this nest will be waiting for them when they return and our bird feeders will be stocked with their favorite foods once again come spring. We'll see if some stick it out for the winter!

How do You Manage the Mosquitos in your Bird Bath?

2010-11-02T00:10:00.000-05:00

Bird baths can bring a lot of entertainment to any lawn and garden. But some people have problems with mosquitos hovering around or near a bird bath. There are a few things you can do in order to keep your bird baths from turning into a mosquito breeding pool:
1) You can change the water often. You'll want to change the water at least once or twice a week. The typical mosquito goes from egg to adult in 7-10 days depending on the temperature/food available. By changing the water weekly you will prevent the cylce from completing. EFFECTIVENESS: 100%
2) Circulation. By having moving water the mosquito will not lay eggs/larvae can’t develop. This sounds good, but I have found mosquito larvae in moving water before (along the edges). EFFECTIVENESS:75-100%
3) Larvicide. A common larvicide (larvae killer) is available at most hardware stores. Look for the active ingredient of Bti (Bacillus thuringiensis isrealiensis) as it causes the larvae to die. It is VERY species specific and will not injure birds or any other creatures deciding to cavort in your birdbath. EFFECTIVENESS: 99.99999% (Almost perfect!!)

So don't let these pesty little insects turn you away from enjoying one of the most entertaining lawn and garden pieces you can have ever have in your garden...a beautiful bird bath!

Verdigris Leaf Birdbath
$39.95

Top 3 Reasons Why Wind Spinners Make The Perfect Birthday Gift

2010-10-29T23:13:00.000-05:00

Wind Spinners make the perfect birthday gifts for anybody and here are 3 good reasons why:
1) Wind spinners are unique - not everybody receives a wind spinner for a birthday present!
2) There are a lot of different sizes, shapes, colors, themes and types of wind spinners to choose from - solar light, winged sensations, gazing ball, ovallusions, themed, 3-8", 12" and dog breeds.
3) For you (the buyer) you have a great birthday gift idea for years to come to help build a beautiful collection of wind spinners for that person you buy for year after year.

Quote of the Day

2010-10-27T00:16:00.000-05:00

"Science cannot solve the ultimate mystery of nature. And that is because, in the last analysis, we ourselves are part of nature and therefore part of the mystery that we are trying to solve." --Max Planck

Birthday Gifts – Wind Spinners, Lawn Ornaments & Bird Feeders

2010-10-26T10:43:00.000-05:00

It can be difficult trying to come up with new birthday gift ideas year after year. You can always go the collection route “what do they collect?” or the new trend for that year, like those never-ending charm bracelets. But those only go so far. Why not try wind spinners, lawn ornaments or bird feeders! These everlasting gifts can go a long way in anybody’s backyard.

Wind Spinners are a great birthday gift for anybody. There are solar light wind spinners, gazing ball wind spinners, themed wind spinners, small, medium and large wind spinners, different shaped wind spinners, dog wind spinners, you name it and you’ll find it. If the person you are shopping for loves hummingbirds, cardinals, butterflies or anything with wings really, you have an abundant selection of beautiful wind spinners to choose from. Solar light wind spinners light up any dark patio, deck or backyard setting. Not only do they light up but they spin in the slightest breeze to provide an even more enjoyable experience. Solar light wind spinners are especially a great gift for a friend or family member in a nursing home as it provides something beautiful and entertaining to watch out their window. You can even get wind spinners as small as 3-4” in diameter to hang in the window, rear-view mirror or as a Christmas tree ornament.

When you think of lawn ornaments you probably think of pink flamingo garden stakes or hideous views of a lady bent over in her garden. Although these are popular garden ornaments, there are still so much more out there to choose from. Lawn ornaments can be anything from wind spinners, wind chimes, garden statues, garden stepping stones, garden stakes, garden gnomes, lanterns, solar light décor, flower pots and planters, and more. Whatever your fancy, what makes great lawn ornaments is something you love and tying it together with other lawn ornaments in your backyard setting. You could help start or add to somebody’s backyard a beautiful collection of lawn ornaments as a birthday gift year after year. The possibilities here are endless.

If you are shopping for a bird lover or someone who is not into all the cutsie, gaudy lawn ornament décor, bird feeders, bird houses and bird baths may be the perfect solution. Bird feeders provide so much more than just food for birds. They invite wildlife into your backyard and if maintained consistently and properly they will keep them coming back year after year. Complimenting the bird feeders with bird houses and bird baths only will increase wildlife traffic. What a rewarding feeling! This has got to be one of the most thoughtful birthday gifts because it not only benefits the birds and the person you are buying for but also benefits the circle of life. If you are stuck on deciding what bird feeder to buy, hummingbird feeders are an easy and rewarding one to start with. Tube bird feeders, platform bird feeders and suet bird feeders are other popular ones to buy. To compliment these feeders buy a package of bird seed or nectar to get them started. For hummingbird feeders provide an easy home-made nectar recipe (1 part sugar to 4 parts water: boil water, add sugar to dissolve, cool and pour). Each year after, you can continue with bird food or another bird feeder, bird house or bird bath idea.

Wind spinners, lawn ornaments and bird feeders provide endless and timeless gift ideas for birthdays and/or other gift-related holidays. If you are still not sure, try some of these gift ideas for yourself first and I guarantee you will enjoy them and want to add more. These easy birthday gift ideas will be the hottest items for years to come as more and more wind spinners, lawn ornaments and bird feeders are added to any outdoor space.

Stay Connected on Twitter...

2010-10-23T00:23:00.000-05:00

Follow us on Twitter! On Twitter you will find other followers that you may be interested in following. The more people staying connected the more creative ideas we can come up with for use of lawn ornaments in your yard. Stainless steel wind spinners, beautiful garden statues, garden gnomes, stepping stones, graceful and peaceful wind chimes and more!

Dress Up Any Boring Space with Wind Spinners

2010-10-21T22:00:00.000-05:00

3" Cross Only $7

If you have a boring garden or landscape in your yard, add some color with a few wind spinners. You can do a patriotic theme in one area and a cross theme in another. If you own any dogs you can do a dog theme or, in remembrance of a beloved pet dog, you could get the representative dog breed wind spinner to hang above their burial site. When given a tight space to work with outdoors, you may decide that smaller wind spinners may work best. Some come as small as 3-4 inches. Others come in 8”, 10”, 12” and 16” in length. Click here to see all of our wind spinners in these smaller sizes.

12" Bichon Frese Only $30

Wind Spinner Lawn Ornaments

2010-10-21T02:12:00.001-05:00

16" Solar Lighthouse Only $36

Lawn ornaments can be many things and can go almost anywhere in your yard. But what other lawn ornaments can be hung from almost anywhere high or low that also catches the eye of any passerby? Wind spinners catch the sun’s rays and Mother Nature’s breeze for a delightfully soothing display. Imagine a solar light wind spinner hanging on a hook stand above an ornamental pond or a gazing ball wind spinner displayed under your mailbox for all to see. Wind spinners are also a beautiful scene hanging from an old tree branch or in a porch bracket. Any entrance to a garden would welcome a glistening wind spinner as well as the entrance to the sidewalk that leads you to your front door. Location is limitless when it comes to wind spinners as lawn ornaments.

Wild Bird Feeders All Year Long

2010-10-17T23:19:00.000-05:00

Some birds will stick around for the winter, therefore, it's never a bad time to buy a wild bird feeder! Check out our Wild Bird Feeders and find one that you can use in your backyard or take a look at the recommended items at the bottom of each wild bird feeder product page to help you find the right wild bird feeder.

If you like this bird feeder...

Audubon by Woodlink Brushed Copper
$45.95

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Audubon by Woodlink Brushed Copper 6
$33.95

Bird Bath - Find one you like with our new Recommendations feature

2010-10-17T23:10:00.001-05:00

If you like this bird bath...

Audubon by Woodlink w/Double Bird Design
$79.95

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Audubon by Woodlink Bird Yard Hanger
$38.95

Use our new Recommendations feature to help you find the perfect bird bath and/or accessories to accompany it. Providing a bird bath for all your feathered friends throughout the entire year helps establish a relationship with returning birds.

Bird Houses - You May Also Like...

2010-10-17T23:01:00.001-05:00

If you like this...

Mushroom Castle Only $21.95

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On Strike Sleeping Gnome Only $24.95

A new "Recommendations" feature has been added to each of our product pages to make your online shopping experience even easier and more enjoyable! Check out our selection of bird houses to see what else may go good with it or another recommended bird house based on your pick. It's never too late to buy a bird house so don't let the fall colors and cool air scare you away!

Jack O'lantern Pumpkin Wind Spinner

2010-10-06T15:12:00.002-05:00

Jack O'Lantern Pumpkin Wind Spinner

Only $28.00

The holiday season is just around the corner and beginning with what might be the most fun holiday to decorate for, Halloween! This Jack O'Lantern Pumpkin wind spinner is the perfect Halloween decor to fill any voided area of decoration. You can hang it from a tree branch, in a hook stand, in a bracket, from your mailbox, wherever! Wind spinners can be hung almost anywhere, there is always a place for them.

Jack O'lantern Pumpkin Wind Spinner

2010-10-06T15:10:00.000-05:00

Jack O'Lantern Pumpkin Wind Spinner

Only $28.00

The holiday season is just around the corner with what might be the most fun to decorate for some people, Halloween! This Jack O'Lantern Pumpkin wind spinner is the perfect item to fill any voided area of decoration. You can hang this wind spinner in a tree branch, in a hook stand, bracket, from your mailbox, wherever!

You Can Easily Enjoy Your Wind Spinners Inside this Winter

2010-09-26T15:33:00.001-05:00

If you'd like to take your Wind Spinners inside this winter, it is easy to do with one of our four wind spinner rotator motors:

Twirling Machine Motor

$24.00

It will turn a single Wind Spinner for up to a year using 3 AA
Batteries. Indoor use only. For items that weigh less than 1.5 lbs
*Spinner and batteries not included

TV Remote/Battery Rotator

$24.00

Features: 18 RPM. Attractive white molded plastic housing with swirl pattern. 3 function Power Switch: On/Off/Intermittent. AC adapter receptacle (adapter not included). Powers on and off with most infra-
red TV, DVD and VHS remote control units (remote not included). Automatically turns off after 10-hours of use for extended battery life. Can hang from included wire handle or mount like you would a smoke detector with the included plastic baseplate, (includes mounting hardware). Uses 2 ‘D’ Cell batteries (batteries not included). 4.5" Wide on top x 5" High - holds 1.5 lbs.

Electric Spinning Rotator

$22.00

One Speed Level, For Indoor Use Only, Holds 10 lbs

DSA Mega Rotator

$22.00

Operates on Two "D" Batteries, Tough Enough to Hold 5 Spinners,
Rotates Day and Night on the Same Batteries for a Month.
Rotator is 9 inches long, will hold up to 10 lbs, 18 rpm or 54 rpm.

Make Use of the Rain!

2010-09-22T18:19:00.000-05:00

It's raining here and sounds like it's the beginning of a 36-hr downfall. Looks like our river will be close to our backyard by the end of this week... ;( But on the lighter "brighter" side, just because it's raining doesn't mean you can't make use of it. There are a few garden accessories that are great for rain days.

This Loving Frogs on Swing with a glass rain gauge on each side is the

perfect lawn decor for your lawn and garden. It stands just over 19" high and is even more adorable in person.

Birds love water and love your bird baths. A new rainfall will provide fresh water for them to bathe in.

Garden planters full of vibrant colored flowers and plants love their water. When it is going to rain be sure your garden planters are in an area outside where they'll get plenty of water. If you get rain often, you don't have to worry about how much they are getting because it's probably plenty.

Winter-Proofing Your Planter Pots & Containers

2010-09-15T21:05:00.001-05:00

If you live anywhere like MN where the winters can be harsh you are bound to run into problems with your garden planters unless they are properly taken care of. Believe it or not there are some things you can do to increase the longevity of your pots and planter containers in the long winter months. For one you should not leave soil in the containers over the winter months. Your flower pots and planters may be more likely to crack. And while you're at it you could clean your containers with a solution of 1 part bleach to 9 parts water before you put them away for the winter months. When storing your garden planters and flower pots stack them carefully on top of each other and store in a dry place. Garden planters area wonderful addition to any lawn decor and you can add whatever plants and flowers you want to it each spring. So if you find a flower pot or planter that you want to last year after year, doing these little things may just help you accomplish that.

Feeding Wild Birds in the Fall

2010-08-31T23:29:00.001-05:00

The autumn season is just around the corner but don’t take down your bird feeders just yet. Wild birds tend to rely on bird feeders for their secondary and maybe even primary sources of nutrition. Keeping bird feeders up through the autumn months is just as, if not more, important as any other season.

Bird watching is an ever-growing hobby in the

United States

; therefore, bird feeders are a popular topic when it comes to bird watching. Some people question keeping their feeders out through the autumn months due to fear that wild birds will not migrate or just think birds will not use them as much. However, there are many benefits to leaving your feeders out through the autumn months for both wild birds and you.

One common misconception people may think about leaving their bird feeders out through the autumn season is that birds will not migrate. This is called a ‘misconception’ for good reason. Birds will eventually migrate when they are ready. Leaving your feeders out is only helping prepare them for their long migration journey. Taking your feeders down too early confuses them and may leave them struggling to store up enough body fat for their long journey. This in turn will make for a hard migration. Therefore, leave your feeders out at least for two weeks following the last sight of a bird at your bird feeders.

Wild birds develop a daily routine of visits to bird feeders and other natural sources of food and nutrition. Most birds may rely on your feeders for a secondary or even primary source of food and nutrition. At this time of year their natural sources of food may have somewhat or completely depleted. To prepare them for migration, wild birds will stock up on body fat; therefore, you will see them more often at your bird feeders this time of year. With that said alone, it is important to keep your feeders out through the autumn months.

Leaving your bird feeders out through the autumn months may attract other migrating birds and potentially invite new birds to your feeding area the following year. Migration is a long and exhausting trip for wild birds. For those birds passing through your backyard, they will appreciate the sources of food in your bird feeders through the migration season. If your feeders are made available they will most likely make them their usual lay-over every migration season. Not only does this benefit migrating birds but you will get an opportunity to maybe see new wildlife that you may have not seen before. This is an exciting time for bird watchers.

It’s always important to keep your bird feeders clean just as you would during the summer months. Some people think they will not be used as much so why clean them. However, the cleaner your feeders are the more wild birds you will most likely attract during the migration season.

So think twice about taking down your bird feeders early. Remember that rather than a disservice, wild bird feeding in the autumn season provides opportunities for bird wildlife during the migration season. Bird feeders are a vital food source in the autumn months for those birds who have been accustomed to using the bird feeders you provide as well as migrating birds. If you do decide to take them down during the autumn season try waiting at least two weeks after your last bird visitor. Leaving your feeders out also extends your bird watching pleasure.

Wind Spinners In The Wind

2010-08-30T21:37:00.000-05:00

As I've said before these Wind Spinners are the best quality and beauty you will find on the internet for the best price! These Stainless Steel Wind Spinners not only look beautiful in the wind or the slightest breeze but they have OutdoorMama's Lifetime Rust-Free Guarantee! With the holidays and birthdays coming up in your life consider buying one of OutdoorMama's Wind Spinners. With the great selection to choose from you are guaranteed to find something that will be perfect for that hard-to-buy person.

Or treat yourself to a Specialty Wind Spinner such as a patent-pending Solar Light Wind Spinner or a Gazing Ball Cut-out Wind Spinner.

Restored Old Solar Lights

2010-08-26T21:35:00.000-05:00

My grandpa is moving out of his house and I was helping him get rid of some things (by taking them to my house...not really getting rid of) and I saw these solar lights kind of dismantled along the landscaping that has not been tended to for quite some time. So I asked if I could take his solar lights and see if I can clean them up and getting 'em looking new again! I didn't expect them to work still, mostly because they just 'looked' like they have seen their days. I brought them home, washed them up real good and was able to put most of them back together. I placed them along our sidewalk and vwalla...not only do they look bran new but all of them work! What a great feeling to take something that looks broken and fix it up at no cost at all! Now we have a beautiful lit up sidewalk to enjoy when we come home at night or sit on our patio!

Gold Rush Weekend Pictures

2010-08-25T23:21:00.000-05:00

As I mentioned before, this past weekend was the first Gold Rush event I set up a stand. We displayed mostly our wind spinners and a few items from our lawn and garden website www.OutdoorMama.com. We were not sure what to expect but did have some success. We drew a winner for a 12" Blue Eagle Head Wind Spinner and got rid of all our business cards. I hope to see more people join the group and find OutdoorMama to be the place they can shop in the very near future! Along with the wind spinners we had a lot of frog decor, garden statues, a bird bath, bird feeder, stepping stones and more!

As you can see in the background of the pictures the type of things people were after at Gold Rush are antiques. It's one of the biggest antique show around this area. We love looking at all the antiques and hope that one day we will have a bigger house so we can start collecting antique furniture.

Gold Rush 2010

2010-08-20T00:19:00.001-05:00

We are doing our first Gold Rush this year! We got there later than the majority of the vendors to set up our things. It's our first vendor experience so we don't quite know what to expect. Our tent is up and our wind spinners are ready to be hung on anything and everything including our display racks, hook stands and from the pcp piping under the top of our tent. Our lawn and garden decor pieces are hiding under a tarp and ready to be bought from the crazy Oronoco Gold Rush crowd! Wish us luck:) Pictures to follow...

Types of Bird Feeders – Hopper, Suet and Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders (Part 2)

2010-08-19T00:46:00.000-05:00

In an earlier post this week I posted an article I wrote about three popular bird feeders and here is a sort of follow-up on the next three most popular types of bird feeders. Hope you find this information useful and if you know of anybody who might find it helpful share it!

If you are new to the bird feeding community you will benefit from this information. Feeding wild birds is a growing hobby in the

United States

and for good reason. What better way to witness wild life than right in your backyard with the help of bird feeders. There are many different types of bird feeders, however, you will learn about three here: hopper feeders, suet feeders, and cage or squirrel proof bird feeders.

Hopper Feeders

Hopper bird feeders, also called House Feeders, have a platform upon which walls and a roof are built, forming a hopper. A gazebo feeder is considered a hopper feeder. Hopper bird feeders are popular because they are practical and functional as well as can be decorative. These bird feeders are efficient to clean and maintain. With hopper bird feeders, it is important to do regularly cleaning. The hopper is built to protect seed against the elements, however, few hopper feeders do a good job of protecting seed from rain, and the seed can become moldy. Birds can eat from at least two sides if not all sides of a hopper bird feeder, which is why it is so accessible to a large variety of birds. These bird feeders are versatile in a way that they can be set up as hanging bird feeders or be pole mounted. A good choice of bird food for hopper bird feeders is mixed wild bird seed or black oil sunflower seed. A disadvantage to this bird feeder is that some wild birds will pick through the seed looking for only their favorite and leave the bird feeder a mess and wasted bird seed below. Wild birds that are mostly attracted to hopper bird feeders are: chickadees, nuthatches, red bellied woodpeckers, mourning doves, cardinals, finches, jays, sparrows and yes the ‘most of the time’ unwanted starlings and blackbirds.

Suet Feeders

Suet bird feeders are special feeders that hold a nutrient rich bird food called suet. Suet is packed with energy-rich nutrition because of its high fat content. Suet can be store bought or homemade. This special bird food keeps birds warm during cold temperatures which makes it the perfect bird food for winter weather. If used in the winter, place the bird feeder in the shade. Most suet bird feeders have a wire or plastic cage surrounding the suet to keep it in place and come in many shapes and sizes. Suet bird feeders will attract birds that will not come to other types of feeders. You may start to have problems with starlings or blackbirds at your suet bird feeder eating all the suet in a very short period of time. If this does happen try using pure suet with nothing mixed into it or use suet only mixed with nyjer and/or safflower seed. An upside-down suet bird feeder where only clinging birds are able to attach to it may work as well. As always make sure to keep this type of feeder clean. Suet bird feeders can attract a variety of woodpeckers, the northern flicker, chickadees, red-breasted and white-breasted nuthatch, purple finch and blue jays, to name a few.

Cage/Squirrel Proof Feeders

Cage and squirrel proof bird feeders may be right up your alley if you have squirrels in your yard. Believe it or not squirrels can become a problem if you do not have a bird feeder that is designed to keep squirrels out. Squirrels can pose a couple problems including eating all the bird seed and damaging your bird feeders. Most squirrel proof bird feeders are heavy duty yet provide little access for squirrels to get to the seed. Squirrel proof bird feeders keep squirrels out by making any perch area weight sensitive in the effect that when the squirrel attempts to jump on it they will drop to the ground. Cage feeders allow only birds to have access to the bird food leaving the squirrels at bay.

With all the different types of bird feeders out there to choose from, take this information with you when making a decision. Hopper feeders, suet feeders and cage/squirrel proof bird feeders provide a great selection to choose from. Start enjoying the wild life in your backyard using wild bird feeders.

Bird Feeder Tips

2010-08-16T21:59:00.000-05:00

Hopper-Woodlink Going Green Feeder w/Suet Cages

If you are in the market for a Wile Bird Feeder these tips may be useful:

1. Decide what kind of wild bird(s) you want to visit your backyard.

2. What type of bird feeder will attract those wild birds?

3. Not all birds are able to eat from all bird feeders.

4. Most wild birds have a style of feeding and food preference.

5. Take size into consideration. How often will you have to refill the bird feeder?

6. Climate will sometimes dictate which type of bird feeder is appropriate.

7. Maintenance and cleaning. Is it easy or difficult to clean?

8. Aesthetics are sometimes important for people.

9. Pests of all shapes and sizes will undeniably play a part in the selection.

10. Viewing area. Do you want to bird watch right outside your window or in your backyard?

11. The total number of bird feeders you want to have and take care of.

12. The price of the feeder and the seed that needs to go in it.

13. And most importantly, quality. You want a bird feeder that will last AND do what it's supposed to!

New Bird Feeder and Wind Spinner Stands Are In!

2010-08-14T08:24:00.001-05:00

We have new Wind Spinner and Bird Feeder hook stands available!

Audubon by Woodlink Bird Yard Hanger

Gardman Deluxe Feeding Station Kit

Droll Yankees Shepherd's Envy Pole

Erva Double Arm Adjustable Shepherd Staff Pole

Any one of these hook stands would make perfect hosts for all the bird feeders and wind spinners you want to hang or display. If you display your wind spinners from a hook stand that is placed where it can catch the breeze you will be enjoying the glistening beauty they illuminate! Hook stands are great to hang bird feeders and some bird houses from because you can place them where squirrels can't get access to them and sometimes you can adjust the height of the hook stands.

Bird Feeders – Hummingbird, Platform and Tube Feeders

2010-08-11T06:52:00.000-05:00

If you are new to the bird feeding community you will benefit from this information. There are lots of different types of bird feeders to choose from and three among the most popular include: hummingbird feeders, platform feeders, and tube bird feeders. Learn of the differences between all three bird feeders, the bird food to use for each, and the birds they can attract.

Hummingbird Feeders

Hummingbird feeders are nectar feeders and come in several different shapes and sizes. These bird feeders are enclosed, typically made of glass or plastic, and often have 3 to 5 feeding ports. These ports are often surrounded with red plastic flowers and bee guards. The nectar solution can be made at home, using a ratio of 4 parts water to 1 part white cane sugar. Simply boil the water or just use hot water from the faucet, stir in the sugar while hot and making sure it is dissolved, then allow it to cool before filling the feeder. The hummingbird feeder should be washed at least once a week and any remaining nectar discarded. This will prevent your nectar solution from fermenting and keep your hummingbirds returning.

Platform Bird Feeders

Platform bird feeders, also called tray feeders and tabletop feeders, consist of an open tray upon which the seed is placed. These bird feeders offer little protection against squirrels or the weather but can come with a top to protect the seed from some elements. Some tube bird feeders are equipped to attach a tray feeder to them. You can attach platform bird feeders to some hook stands and hang from poles away from trees and telephone lines (in a better attempt to keep squirrels out). A good quality mix for platform bird feeders is shelled peanuts and lots of black oil sunflower seed. Kitchen scraps such as breads, donuts, crackers or dried fruit work well with platform feeders too. Some birds that are attracted to platform bird feeders include cardinals, chichadees, jays, nuthatches, buntings, titmouse, redpolls, finches, pine siskin, woodpeckers, starlings, blackbirds and most seed eating birds.

Tube Bird Feeders

Tube bird feeders are constructed with a hollow cylinder which is often made out of some type of plastic. These bird feeders come with multiple feeding ports and perches. Keep in mind that tube bird feeders with short perches can be selective to smaller birds. For example, a tube feeder with small perches can accommodate chickadees, but exclude large birds such as jays. Tube bird feeders generally keep the seed fairly dry. It is best to have one type of wild bird seed and avoid mixed seed. The types of wild birds feeding at this type of bird feeder, will as usual, only eat their favorite seed. The seed which is left will clog the feeding ports leaving their favorite seed out of reach. The types of birds attracted to tube feeders include chickadees, house finch, American goldfinch, nuthatch, titmice, pine siskin, purple finch, lesser goldfinch, downy woodpecker, hairy woodpecker, red bellied woodpecker, and the cardinal.

Invest in a hummingbird feeder, platform bird feeder or tube bird feeder today and start enjoying the wild life entertainment they will bring to your backyard. These three bird feeders are just a few of the most popular types of bird feeders. Make sure to keep any and all bird feeders clean and well maintained for returning birds.

New Garden Gnomes

2010-08-09T18:40:00.000-05:00

We have three new adorable Garden Gnomes available!

Garden Gnome Greeting Sign

Playful Pals Tabletop Fountain

Support Our Troops Gnome

Garden gnomes are fun way to add some humor to your lawn and garden. Enjoy the Welcome Greeting Garden Gnome, Playful Pals Tabletop Fountain, or Support Our Troops Gnome in your backyard today!

Easy Make-Your-Own Wind Spinner Project

2010-08-05T14:57:00.000-05:00

I was just browsing Youtube for some fun crafty ideas for a toddler and came upon this wind spinner project. This wind spinner project is so easy anybody can do it. The video clipping is very straight-forward and not long at all. Keep the kids busy for hours and you'll have a lawn or garden full of home-made, kid-crafted wind spinners! These may not weather as well outdoors as the Wind Spinners you'll find at OutdoorMama.com but at least the kids will be happy and busy and c'mon...what parent or grandparent wouldn't be proud to display the kids' beautiful wind spinners they made with their own hands, right?

Selected Bird Houses On Sale!

2010-08-04T01:54:00.001-05:00

Bird houses can be a fun and functional addition to any backyard. There are decorative bird houses that are also purposeful to wild life. When shopping for a bird house make sure you find a good place for it first. Try and separate any bird houses away from each other and other bird feeders. If you invest in a couple bird houses for your backyard you should start to see wild birds move right in. Enjoy the ever-growing hobby of bird watching as your wild life population grows right before your eyes with bird houses.

NEW Droll Yankees Chickadee/Wren Plain Nest Box

~~$64.95~~

$59.95

"Welcome" Bird House

~~$17.95~~

$15.95

Decorative Bird Houses - Victorian

~~$24.95~~

$22.95

Old Mill Restaurant Bird House

~~$22.95~~

$18.95

How to Shop for Lawn Ornaments

2010-07-30T23:24:00.000-05:00

Bird Nest Solar Lamp

It can be very overwhelming when shopping for lawn ornaments. What do you buy and where are you going to put it? First, before you leave your house, know of or look for a spot in your lawn and garden that is bare and in dyer need of some ornamental decoration. What kinds of things surround the area? Trees, pond, a deck, patio, fireplace, rocks, grass, etc. This will help you determine what kind of lawn ornaments you are going to want to look for. Lawn ornaments come in many forms so there is always something for every bare spot. The most popular forms of lawn ornaments are garden statues or gnomes. These are popular because they can go pretty much anywhere you set them and fit right in. Stepping stones are another form of lawn ornaments that make for a great decorative path from A to B in your lawn and garden. Other forms of lawn ornaments that people may not consider are things that can be hung from something, like a tree branch, hook stands, brackets, etc. These lawn ornaments I am speaking of can be wind chimes, wind spinners, bird houses and bird feeders. What a more wonderful way to decorate your outdoor space while also engaging in wild life with bird feeders and bird houses. Certainly wildlife in your backyard is entertaining!

Wind Chimes - Beautiful Sounds That Bring Back Pleasant Memories

2010-07-28T23:37:00.000-05:00

When I hear the sound of wind chimes I think of a pleasant, carefree, once upon a day, long ago. My great grandmother, Olive, comes to mind and the small town she lived in with her daughter, my grandma, for so many years of my life. The pleasant and peaceful sound of wind chimes were always in the background when at grandma's house.

The best thing about wind chimes is that they create a sound like no other. A sound that has the capability of forcing you to relax even if your mind is telling you 'you better get up and do those dishes' or 'get the clothes off the line before the rain moves in'. An inner voice that I am far too often familiar with these days. Wind chimes are very therapeutic for me because of this inner voice and all the joys and adventures being a young mom can bring into life. If you can't get away from everyday life to relax, embrace the therapeutic sounds of wind chimes right in your own home. Wind chimes can be used both indoors and out. I've seen some people have wind chimes right in there office at work. Anywhere close to a window and the slightest breeze is all you need to enjoy the sounds of wind chimes right at work. How convenient is that? Wind chimes make great gifts this way as well.
Visit OutdoorMama for a beautiful selection of wind chimes to choose from and start enjoying the therapeutic benefits of wind chimes yourself.

Bats be Gone!

2010-07-26T09:32:00.001-05:00

So recently we had a problem with bats in our house, and we still may. My husband and I sat out one night and watched where they were coming out of from the house and stopped counting at 200 bats. It was getting too dark out to see and as we were walking back into the house we could here more scurrying around in the siding of our home! Yuck and gross! We knew we had bats up there somewhere but didn't think anything of it until they were starting to find their way down into our living space. Well it gradually was getting worse; we had 2-3 bats any given night. Talk about too close for my comfort; they were definitely invading my comfort zone at this point. Especially with a 2 year old and 4 month old baby. The way we got rid of them when they did come down was opening a door that we conveniently have in our living room (our house is 110 years old and used to be a post office once upon a time) and they would eventually fly out. During the few weeks that this has been going on we had been trying to keep an eye on their entry points into our living space. We witnessed them coming through the bottoms of the upstairs and downstairs doors. We also caught them coming through under the bathroom sink (once while we were all in there brushing our teeth and it flew out and under me) and kitchen sink. But enough was enough. My husband put towels under the doors so they can't get through and spray foamed the holes under the sinks from where the piping was going through. This has seemed to help. He also went around the outside of the house and sealed all the holes he could find and the main exit point he installed a rolled up netting material that they apparently can't bite through. This allows them to get out but they can't get back in. What a bat nightmare. I never realized how small these little creatures are until we would find them in the morning sometimes (if they got through in the middle of the night while we were sleeping...flapping over our heads while we sleep...creeeeepy) hanging from where ever, like this picture I got in the bathroom one morning. It doesn't take a big hole for these little furry things to find there way in.

So a little word of advice: if you know you have bats going in and out of your home, don't ignore it! You don't want 100's of bats making your home theirs and then they start invading your living space. And make sure to clean up the area that you may have had bats in your house as bat droppings can create a strong odor. This odor may also attract bats if new openings develop in the structure. Use caution cleaning the area to avoid contracting histoplasmosis. Histoplasmosis is a respiratory infection caused by inhaling fungal spores which may grow in bat droppings. Read here for more information. Hope nobody has as bad a bat problem as we do or hopefully now...did!

FUn QuOTe oF tHe WeEk

2010-07-23T23:30:00.000-05:00

The most serious gardening I do would seem very strange to an onlooker, for it involves hours of walking round in circles, apparently doing nothing. --Helen Dillon

Recycle Your Old Shoes Into Homemade Stepping Stones

2010-07-21T23:13:00.001-05:00

Between my running shoes and my husband's work boots and now with a toddler boy, we go through a lot of shoes in a year. I have always tried to think of creative ways to reuse our old shoes. We have tried bringing them in to hand me down stores but a lot of times they wouldn't take them because they were so beaten up and not wearable anymore. So I hated throwing them away knowing this is not good for the environment.

Now I have thought of a creative idea for those old shoes. Making your own stepping stones from shoes just seems like the perfect solution. I'm going to demonstrate how I have done this and discuss different ways you can use them.

Take a trip around your house, in the closets and in the garage. Collect all of your old pairs of sneakers, slippers, boots, sandals, crocks, you name it, that you don't wear anymore. Ask your friends, family and neighbors if they have any laying around; it's just taking up space anyway! If you still can't find some, you can always look for garage sales and get pretty good deals. When you have your stack of stepping stones, you'll want to cut the top of the shoe off so it's just the sole.

Next you'll want to wash the bottom of the shoes off real good with soap and water being sure to rinse well with water and let dry overnight. This will allow paint to stick to the surface a lot better and last longer. Once the shoe(s) is dry use any paint you want but I used spray paint I picked up at my local hardware store. Spray paint all the shoes you have, using different colors if you want.

Allow paint to dry thoroughly; read user instructions on the can for dry times. Now you need to decide where it is you want to place your new recycled shoe stepping stones. I placed my stepping stones on top of the wood chips in our landscaping. I also staked them down using anchoring pins (I also found at my local hardware store). Tip: if you plan on using two anchoring pins per shoe, poke the holes all the way through the sole for both before staking to the ground.

And that's it! Now you have the recipe for a creative stepping stone path that you can make right from you own home and a few supplies from your local hardware store. Now, if you'll please excuse me, I have lots more shoes to recycle before these stepping stones are finished!

If you do not have time for this fun project but still are interested in stepping stones, you can always buy them instead. There are plenty of different kinds of stepping stones out there, but these are one of my new favorites!

Bird House Basics – Do’s & Don’ts

2010-07-19T16:31:00.000-05:00

Like weather vanes and sundials, bird houses can be as artistic as they are functional. Bird houses come in many styles, from gaily painted wooden antiques to sleek metal models to plain old wooden ones. However delightful they may look to you, you’ll want to make sure the birds find them attractive as well. Learn about what birds use bird houses and how to acquire the most success in housing wild birds.

Cavity-Nesting Birds

Only cavity-nesting birds (those that nest in tree hollows) use bird houses. This group includes bluebirds, chickadees, nuthatches, swallows, and wrens. The type of bird house you install determines the kinds of birds you’ll attract. However, this is a most inexact science as a bird house may be intended for a wren or a bluebird, but it will be fair game for any birds of similar size that find it to their fancy. This can be a fun feature to providing bird houses in your backyard.

Small Birds

Small birds, such as chickadees, nuthatches, and most wrens, prefer a hole that’s 1 1/8 inches across. Medium-size birds, such as bluebirds, swallows, and purple martins, need a nest box with a hole 1 ½ inches wide. White-breasted nuthatches need a 1 ¼ inch opening.

Larger Birds

Larger birds, such as flickers and kestrels, take boxes with 2 ½ inch entry holes. Flickers usually like to dig out their own nests, but sometimes you can attract them with a large nest box. If you happen to fill it with wood chips, they’ll dig it right out.

Do’s & Don’ts

To keep bird houses safe from raccoons and cats, mount the bird houses atop metal poles. If you want to put a bird house in a tree, hang it from a branch. If you supply bird feeders in your yard keep the bird houses away from the feeders. Mealtime can make nesting birds nervous and scare them off. Wherever you plan on putting your bird house make sure the entrance is facing away from any prevailing weather. You can also remove the perch if your bird house comes with one; they are unnecessary and house sparrows may sit on them to heckle birds inside the bird house. When choosing a bird house make sure it’s made of good insulated material. Bird houses made out of at least 1-inch-thick wood usually is good insulation. If you make your own bird house, steer away from using plastic milk cartons as they are too thin and have poor ventilation. The heat created with this kind of material can bake chicks inside or make them fledge too early from your bird house. You’ll want to make sure you can easily clean bird houses so look for an opening at the top or side of the house. Also drain holes in the bottom of your bird houses and ventilation holes high in the sides of the house for summer heat are good things to watch for. Bird houses should be up before migrant season begins around late February because they will be looking for nesting sites soon after they arrive. And lastly, if you decide to put up more than one bird house keep them well separated and out of site from one another. Just like humans, birds most like their space!

These bird house basics should get you off on the right foot. After deciding which types of birds you want to attract and choosing the right bird house for them, you should start to see a more active wild life in your backyard. Providing bird houses in your lawn or garden is a delightful hobby. Enjoy picking out your bird house or bird houses because there a lot to choose from.

Grandma's Tip of The Day

2010-07-16T15:20:00.000-05:00

If you are using Oriole Bird Feeders or Hummingbird Feeders and are having problems with bees and ants getting into the feeders, try Grandma's little trick that works well. Whether it be oriole bird feeders or hummingbird feeders, either one you can use this tip for. Place or hang a plastic water or pop bottle (no cap on it) around the hummingbird feeders and oriole bird feeders filled with a little bit of the nectar. This will reduce the amount of bees and bugs from getting into the oriole bird feeders and hummingbird feeders. The bugs will more often than not opt for the more accessible source of nectar verses the hummingbird feeders and oriole bird feeders. Hope this helps you out!

Funny Video Featuring Droll Yankees Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders

2010-07-14T08:12:00.000-05:00

This video is a great and comical demonstration of how Droll Yankees Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders really do the job right! Squirrels are safely prevented from getting any bird seed. We offer the four main types of Droll Yankees proven-to-work squirrel proof bird feeders:

Yankee Dipper Yankee Whipper

Yankee Tipper Yankee Flipper

Check out our Wild Bird Feeders page for more squirrel proof bird feeders and other wild bird feeders!

Why you want to make bird feeders squirrel proof

2010-07-13T05:49:00.002-05:00

Does your backyard bird feeder attract more squirrels than birds? Squirrels are persistent and almost anyone who has installed a backyard bird feeder has soon realized that squirrels are smarter than they thought! Installing squirrel proof bird feeders is just one way to stop squirrels from eating your bird seed.

There are some options available to make squirrel proof bird feeders. Using a bird feeder pole is certainly one of those, but the pole should also be properly positioned. If you have a large enough area, try to place the bird feeder approximately 10 feet or more away from the nearest tree. Although this is not going to keep all of the squirrels away, it may help to cut down on any squirrels jumping to the feeder from a higher location.

Another thing that many people try in order to make their bird feeders squirrel proof is to hang them from a line that is suspended between two different poles or trees. This is something that can work for a while, but squirrels are rather clever and some of the more brazen of these animals will end up finding a way to get to the feeder eventually. I can tell you that there are many people who love birdwatching who have been disappointed at looking out the window and seeing a squirrel dangling from a line, eating all the feed out of the feeder. Putting corn out on squirrel feeders doesn't effectively distract them, either.

One other option that you have available to you is to buy a bird feeder that was built in order to be squirrel proof. A few of these models are quite effective at keeping the squirrels away. This is one way for you to make all of your bird feeders squirrel proof and to enjoy the hobby without their interference. Two companies that make the most popular bird feeders like this are Brome Bird Care and Droll Yankees.

A finch perched at a Squirrel Buster Plus feeder from Brome Bird Care.

Squirrel Buster Plus

One of the most popular squirrel proof bird feeders is the Squirrel Buster Plus from Brome Bird Care, pictured above with a cardinal ring installed. This model relies on a weight sensor to detect if a squirrel has descended onto the feeder. When the weight sensor is tripped, the feeder ports close to block access to bird seed. It is long enough that a squirrel attempting to hang from the top will be unable to reach the ports.

Red-bellied woodpecker visiting the Yankee Flipper bird feeder from Droll Yankees.

Yankee Flipper bird feeder

Droll Yankees knows how to make bird feeders squirrel proof! The Yankee Flipper bird feeder (pictured above) is one of the best on the market. This model also relies on a weight-sensitive mechanism to detect the presence of a squirrel. When a squirrel is detected, the lower part of the feeder spins to gently flip the squirrel off without harming it. An advantage of a spinning design like this is that it is hard for the squirrel to get a grip on the feeder in any way to shake it back and forth to get seeds out.

For OutdoorMama's Squirrel Proof Bird Feeders page click here.

It's a Dog's Life Country Kennels

2010-07-03T00:13:00.000-05:00

My parents own a boarding kennel so I thought it's time to set up a display stand of our Dog Wind Spinners for the first time this 4th of July weekend! Here are some pictures:

How to water the garden without an outside water faucet!

2010-06-29T14:09:00.000-05:00

I've come across this information on how to make your own pop bottle irrigation system for plants and find it to be interesting enough to try out. I have a veggie garden but do not have an outside water faucet...and there lies my biggest problem. Therefore, my veggie garden relies on Mother Nature for it's watering. Maybe by making these water/pop bottle irrigation systems and placing them throughout my garden will help! I'm definitely going to try it and will follow-up on it's results.

Hummingbirds Galore!

2010-06-29T14:02:00.001-05:00

This is an amazing video of a couple who dedicate their lives to feeding hummingbirds. They clean and refill feeders several times a day to keep these hummers happy and returning on a daily basis! Nearly 4 gallons of homemade nectar (1 part sugar to 4 parts water) A DAY!

How to Enhance Your Backyard with Garden Statues & Stepping Stones

2010-06-22T15:21:00.002-05:00

Garden statues and stepping stones can do a whole lot to your backyard space or your garden. When planning a garden or landscaping makeover, consider using garden statues and stepping stones. They come in many different forms, shapes, sizes and colors. Here you will learn of different kinds of garden statues and ways to incorporate those and stepping stones in your garden or backyard to enhance your lawn décor overnight!

Some popular garden statues you see are garden gnomes. Many gnomes are silly little old men doing things such as mowing the lawn, sleeping in the grass while while ‘working’ or holding their grand-baby in his arms. Garden gnomes are a great way to add some color and humor.

Another form of garden statues you’ll find are the very popular cherub(s) garden statues and little boy/girl garden statues. These garden statues are popular because they are so cute! You can add them anywhere in your garden and they are sure to look inviting.

Some other fun forms of garden statues can be Disney characters, solar light garden statues, frogs and other kinds of wild life garden statues. Some garden statues come in the form of welcome signs or yard markers (for example by the mailbox, the corners of the driveway, etc.). Have fun with your garden statues; the possibilities are endless!

Stepping stones are another great way to add a personal touch to your backyard. You can use them functionally as actual paths to walk on or you can use them to purely decorate an area that may be difficult to do anything else with. Stepping stones are great because they are so easy to decorate with; you just place them where you want them and that’s it, you’re done! You can put stepping stones right in the grass to make a path or in an already landscaped area of rock or wood chips. Either way, stepping stones are surely easy to deal with.

Stepping stones come in different sizes and materials. They are often made of concrete, natural stone, resin and/or polyresin. Some garden stones come versatile with a hook to hang as a plaque. You may choose to do this when choosing decorative stepping stones. For example, some decorative stepping stones come with a beautifully painted picture of hummingbirds or butterflies on them. When using these decorative stepping stones for your backyard you may want to consider using them for decorative purposes only or where they will be stepped on very little. When choosing stepping stones for the sole purpose of walking on from a day to day basis then you might want to choose stepping stones that are smoother on the surface than the pretty textured and painted ones to avoid damaging them.

Incorporating stepping stones with garden statues in your backyard is easy and easy to maintain. No watering, no staining, no maintenance. Once the stepping stones and garden statues are in their places, you’re done! You can now enjoy the beautifully landscaped garden you have always wanted for little or no up-keep at all. Garden stones and statues also make the perfect gift for a friend in need of a landscaping makeover. With the selection made available today, you will find something for anyone!

Wild Bird Feeders

2010-06-21T23:58:00.004-05:00

Wild Bird Feeders are a great way to invite your avian friends to all the fun in your backyard! Invite all kinds of birds to your outdoor space using wild bird feeders. We have tube bird feeders, squirrel-proof bird feeders, hummingbird feeders, platform feeders, oriole bird feeders, mesh bird feeders, bowl bird feeders, hopper feeders and more! You can't go wrong with wild bird feeders. Just make sure you choose the right kind of bird seed and wild bird feeders for the specific kind of birds you want to attract! Good luck finding the perfect wild bird feeder for your backyard and remember, quality lasts a long time so invest in one that will not only do the trick but last long too!

Audubon/Woodlink Brushed Copper Mega Wild Bird Feeders

The Bird Co. Oriole Wild Bird Feeder Feeder - Fliteline 48oz.

Old Elm "Cross Plains" Covered Ground Feeder

Aspects Jewel Box Window Hummingbird Feeder

Duncraft Super Cling-a-Wing Wild Bird Feeders

Happy 1st Day of Summer..The Longest Day of the Year!

2010-06-21T23:52:00.001-05:00

There is nothing better than the sweet smell of the country air on a still summer night while taking in the beauty Mother Nature has bestowed upon us! These kinds of nights bring back so many memories as a kid. Makes you wonder whatever happened to time...it just goes and goes. So precious and you can't ever get it back! Never take for granted the time you have with your family and those close to you. My words of wisdom for the day;)

Beautiful Garden Stepping Stones on Sale!

2010-06-17T23:14:00.002-05:00

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New & Reduced Prices

2010-06-13T20:57:00.000-05:00

We have new and reduced prices on Large Wind Spinners and Specialty Wind Spinners! Check them out today to get the best deal on the highest-quality Stainless Steel Wind Spinners you'll find!

Fun Project with Your Kids

2010-06-09T07:30:00.000-05:00

I stumbled upon this website through a garden forum and found it to be a great idea for a fun project to do with your kids. Make home-made wind spinners out of plastic pop bottles, colorful electric tape, easy turning swivels and string for hanging. Enjoy!

New Wild Bird Houses!

2010-06-08T23:14:00.001-05:00

You asked for it! We now have a selection of functional wild bird houses!

Droll Yankees Chickadee/Wren Audubon by Woodlink

Plain Nest Box Cedar Bluebird House

~~$64.95~~ ~~$29.95~~
$59.95 $24.95

New Wild Bird Feeders

2010-06-07T11:53:00.000-05:00

Check out our new selection of Wild Bird Feeders!

Duncraft Metal Safe Brome Squirrel Buster

Haven Cage Feeder -Finch Feeder-

~~$109.95~~ ~~$42.95~~

$83.95 $38.95

Duncraft Super Bowl Duncraft All-metal Champion

Cling-a-wing Platform

~~$34.95~~ ~~$69.95~~

$29.95 $64.95

Benefits of Birdbaths In Your Garden

2010-05-28T22:35:00.003-05:00

Birdbaths can make a wonderful addition to any lawn and garden space. They are used to water and bathe birds and as a place for birds to frolic in the sun with their avian friends. But birdbaths bring more than just that to the garden. They come in many different kinds, shapes and sizes; you should be able to find the right birdbath to fit any lawn and garden decor. Read further to find out the many benefits of having birdbaths in your lawn and garden as well as some helpful birdbath tips.

If you set a birdbath out in your lawn and garden, it’s a sure bet feathered visitors will come flocking, especially on warm summer days. Birdbaths run the gamut from simple to elaborate. Some are simple bowls that sit on the ground or atop pedestals or hang from chains. Others are designed as much for the people who watch the birds as for the birds themselves. You can also display eye-catching birdbaths as garden art. Once birds discover your garden bath as a reliable source of water, if placed in the right spot and kept filled and clean, your garden will come alive with their color, music and activity. You’ll discover the pleasure of watching sparrows, cardinals and other songbirds swoop into the birdbath for a splashing good time. If you have squirrels in the area, they might also delight you with their antics as they attempt to take advantage of your birdbath. A dip in a birdbath cools birds in summer, and it can help them keep warm in winter. Frequent bathing stimulates birds by keeping their feathers clean and fluffed. So keep the birdbath filled, clean and ready for whatever flies your way.

Here are some birdbath basics to follow to get the most out of your birdbath. Try to find a birdbath that is shallow and roomy. Ideally, baths should be 2-3” deep and 24-36” across. The sides should slope gradually. Consider the material your birdbath is made out of. Some materials like plastic are too slippery for birds and can crack with age. Metal dishes, if used, should be of stainless steel or other rust-resistant material. It’s very important to keep your birdbath clean in order to keep your avian friends returning. Use a strong jet of water from the base to clean the bowl. Keep your birdbath safe by putting it next to shrubs or trees that will provide cover and escape routes. Place ground-level birdbaths where they have 10-20’ of open space around them, but no more or you’ll leave damp birds exposed to hawks, owls and cats. In cold climates keep it from freezing by adding a heating element that insures it stays thawed. If possible, add a fountain of some kind to your birdbath. Birds are attracted to running water. Some birdbaths already come with some kind of water fountain feature. And lastly, keep in mind that standing water has the potential to attract those tiny annoying little bugs called mosquitoes, so place your birdbath somewhere that won’t be a problem for you.

With the help of these tips and ideas for birdbaths, you should be able to find the right one for your lawn and garden and be able to attract your feathered friends for a visit or two. The benefits of birdbaths are well worth the effort it takes in keeping them clean, filled, placed safely and picking the right one. Add a birdbath to your outdoor space today and enjoy the many perks they bring to your lawn and garden.

Beginner Flower Garden - Tips For a Beautiful Garden

2010-05-28T22:03:00.003-05:00

Planting a flower garden may be an overwhelming experience for anybody let alone a beginner gardener. The good news is there are easy ways to get around it by following these simple steps. Read on to find out what these simple tips are for planning your garden landscape and what lawn décor to choose to get what you want from the sweet escape in your backyard.

Before you head to a nursery or garden center, make sure you have a plan. Think about where you want to put your flowers and garden accessories, what colors you want where, how many and so forth. This will make your shopping experience much easier and faster and probably less expensive. You’ll want to enjoy a garden that’s in bloom from early spring to late fall by choosing annuals (plants that do not come back every year) and perennials (plants that do come back every year) based on when they flower. Refer to plant tags for specific information that pertains to your garden. When picking plants at the nursery pay attention to the height and width before assigning them a permanent home. When it’s time to divide your perennials, offer to share your extras with your garden-savvy neighbors in return for plants you don’t have yet. Make sure to observe your yard’s sun and shade areas. Look for wet or dry spots. Watch for sandy soil and dense clay. By knowing your garden’s conditions, you can plant flowers where they’ll thrive. For soils that do not produce thriving plants consider putting garden accessories such as garden statues, gnomes, wind spinners, wind chimes, stepping stones, mulch, rock, and other lawn and garden décor. When choosing garden accessories for additional lawn décor around your garden, consider potting perennials and/or annuals in containers and placing them around your yard. Garden planters are an easy way to create colorful accents. Many plants benefit from deadheading, when faded blooms are removed to encourage new growth. To deadhead, cut off the spent slower close to a bud that’s lower on the stem or above a leaf node. To enjoy perennials or annuals indoors, cut the flowers in early morning or late afternoon, submerge them in lukewarm water and add a floral preservative.

Garden accessories are a great way to add a little extra something to any outdoor space. The nice thing about garden accessories is that they come in all forms, shapes and sizes. Choosing the right lawn décor for your garden or backyard is always a fun experience because there is so much you can do with it. Garden stepping stones make transitioning from one place in your backyard to another very easy and it is also very decorative. Stepping stones can be anything from limestone rock, cement blocks or slates to flat plaques. Don’t forget about your avian friends. Putting bird houses, bird baths and bird feeders in a flower garden invites even more color and entertainment to enjoy. There are tons of different kinds of bird feeders out there; some are decorative, some are for specific kinds of birds and some are very plain-jane bird feeders. Which ever strikes your fancy your avian friends will be sure to re-visit your flower garden. Other garden accessories you can consider putting up in your flower garden are wind chimes and wind spinners. You can find many different kinds of hook stands out there for hanging these types of garden accessories as well as brackets for the side of a post or wall.

Your flower garden will look amazing after following these simple steps in planning for a garden. The nice thing about garden accessories is that they are versatile. You can put them almost anywhere and plant flowers around them or accent some already planted flowers and plants with the garden accessories. Whatever you choose to do you will be happy with the result it produces.

New Bird Baths!

2010-05-26T15:41:00.000-05:00

We have just added some new bird baths, check them out today! Bird baths are a wonderful way to interact with your feathered friends and can be a very entertaining piece of garden art for your backyard or garden space!

On Sale This Week!

2010-05-26T11:58:00.000-05:00

Click here to view our sales of the week! http://www.outdoormama.com/page/page/7225627.htm