“How do I keep my hummingbird feeder from getting moldy?” First, this is unfortunately a problem with any and all hummingbird feeders, not just Sweet Feeders! Leaving sugar water in a small, enclosed space out in the summer heat is a perfect recipe for mold. However, we have some helpful tips to avoid this problem!…
No one likes sticky sugar water dripping on to their feeder – or worse yet, on their porch or patio! Thankfully, we have some super easy tips on how to keep your feeder from dripping! Fill and Tilt Make sure that you do not OVERFILL the bottles. Fill them up about 3/4 of the…
We love the summertime around here…especially since we have access to a pool this year! No matter how much fun those long summer evenings and nights are, though, the days can be brutal. Everything outside is impacted by the heat – even your feeder! Heat can cause nectar to thicken and drip (or evaporate altogether!),…
Hello, friends! Yikes…it’s been a while since we wrote. Things have been rolling along pretty steadily this year, with the exception of a months-long outage of our rubber bottles tips…which was terrible. We are glad that is over! Another interesting activity for our team this summer has been…fighting pirates. Well, at least that is what…
We’re excited to highlight some of our favorite small shops for Mother’s Day gift ideas! Finch & Fleur This mama-owned shop offers the most gorgeous and thoughtful cards and prints. Our personal favorites are the cards! Beautifully illustrated and printed on quality paper with thick Kraft envelops included in your purchase, these cards…
The sweet relief of spring weather is an irresistible draw to spend as much time as possible outside. While parks and neighborhood walks are fun ways to see new scenery, there’s nothing like having a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy just a step outside the comfort of your own home! Today, we’re going to look…
Spring is just around the corner! Before you get carried away by the sunshine and go buy a bunch of plants, take some time to do a little “spring cleaning” in your garden. A weekend of preparation can go a long way towards setting you up for a year of success! Here are five steps…
Well, it has been a while (click here for our last Sweet Feeders life update, written June 11, 2019)! We could write a book on the ups and downs of last year, but will stick with the overview, for your sake. A Quick Recap A lot has happened since June 2019, including: Design…
Did you know you can make your own hummingbird nectar in just a matter of minutes?! We highly recommend this simple DIY. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Homemade nectar may be healthier for hummingbirds than most store-bought nectars. That’s right: many store-bought nectars may actually be harmful to hummingbirds, due to their containing…
Hello, friends! It’s been a while since we gave a Bernardy family update (the last one is a recap of 2018). The main reason it has been so long is that so much has been happening! Here are a few highlights from this year so far: Caitlynn and Ryan moved to Kansas City. Caitlynn was…