Uncommon Goods | Wool Nest Starter | Bird Nesting Material, Nesting Material Holder
Wool Nest Starter
Wool Nest Starter
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Uncommon Goods Nest Starter

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Special and personal gift!

5 stars out of 5
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Uncommon Goods Nest Starter

Wool Nest Starter

Created by Derek Martin

Derek Martin's steel spiral spheres hold wool scraps and other materials birds can use in their nests.

$44.00

Unique gift Attracts birds Well made Beautiful design Functional Great for nature lovers Durable

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What Makes It Uncommon

Strictly for the Birds

Metalwork artist Derek Martin's unique piece of functional art was inspired by repeated thievery. Birds used to swoop off with the knitting yarn his wife tied to garden stakes to mark the rows. Thus was hatched the idea to make an elegant sculpture to supply birds with nest materials. Derek welded steel wire into spiral spheres and stuffed them with wool bits, cotton from an old futon, even their pets' fur. Do the same, and enjoy spotting nests made with your donations. During winter, put bird seed balls inside, instead, and help flying wildlife all year. Handmade in Canada.

Derek Martin

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Derek Martin

location

Canada

With a degree in design and ceramic arts, Derek began making handmade items from his home studio outside of Barrie, Ontario. After many years working with clay Derek transitioned to welded steel which opened up a bigger market and created greater latitude to pursue works which could be used and enjoyed outdoors year-round.

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Made from

mild steel, natural wool

Measurements

8.5" H x 5" dia.

Care

Clean with damp cloth if needed. Wool will need to be replenished over time, we recommend using natural wool to refill, as any long fibers can be harmful to birds.

Notes

Steel will rust over time and comes filled with natural wool. Do not fill with pieces longer than 6 inches.

Item ID

50604

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People love this product for its unique design and functionality, making it a perfect gift for bird lovers while effectively attracting birds to gather nesting materials.

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I purchased this for my mother-in-law whose garden is teeming with bir…

    • BusyMom
    • Raleigh, NC

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I got this as a gift for my parents who are bird lovers. It's tough to…

    • Becky
    • Portland, OR

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I got this for my mom for Christmas this year. She absolutely loved it…

    • Amari
    • New Hartford, Connecticut

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  • 5 stars out of 5
  • BusyMom
  • verified reviewer
  • Raleigh, NC

Great addition for a bird-loving garden

I purchased this for my mother-in-law whose garden is teeming with bird feeders, bird baths, and so much more. She put it up immediately and reports her winged friends give it a 5-star rating.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Becky
  • verified reviewer
  • Portland, OR

Makes a wonderful gift!

I got this as a gift for my parents who are bird lovers. It's tough to find gifts for people that seem like they already have everything they need! They absolutely loved this gift. It was very unique and different from anything else they'd gotten before. Highly recommend! #sweepstakes

  • 2 stars out of 5
  • Nurse Mandy
  • NJ

Cute, did not work as intended

I wanted to love this gift; but it rapidly aged in the elements within 2 months. Despite having lots of birds at our feeders and in our yard we never had a bird use this device. Cute in theory but not in practice

Response from merchant

Thank you for sharing your experience, and we’re sorry to hear that the bird feeder didn’t meet your expectations. We usually hear great feedback about this item. It’s always our goal to provide products that bring joy, and we appreciate your feedback. It helps us to continuously improve. If you’d like to explore other options or need help with a return, we’re happy to assist. We’ve reached out directly to offer more help.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Amari
  • New Hartford, Connecticut

This is an amazing gift!

I got this for my mom for Christmas this year. She absolutely loved it and deemed it the best and most amazing gift she had gotten all year. It's very well made and has held up through harsh weather. It shipped well and we both think the artist is very talented! I would definitely recommend!

  • 4 stars out of 5
  • ItsSour
  • verified reviewer
  • Columbus, OH

Love this!

I wasn't sure what to gift my grandmother, but she loves birds and this was the best present! I only subtracted a start from my rating because I would have so appreciated a small paragraph about what we can include for nest building. For example, I have spent a lot of time researching what to put in for bird nests but running into roadblocks because of chemicals that can be on animal/pet hair, synthetics in certain cotton or wools, etc. Although I love that the wool nest starter has material already in it, a small handout/document about what we beginners should consider adding for future nesters would be appreciated! #sweepstakes

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • MollyB
  • verified reviewer
  • SF Bay Area

Unique and Wonderful

Exactly as described and pictured: heavyweight and good quality, will last forever. Such a lovely, creative piece! The perfect birthday gift for a friend who has everything. #sweepstakes

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • EB
  • verified reviewer
  • Charlotte NC

Great Mother's Day gift

This was a great gift for Mother's Day for her to hang in the backyard. She and dad spend a lot of time watching the birds, feeding them, and keepIng track of which houses have nests, so they love being able to help with and watch the nest process. She added lint from the dryer so she doesn't have to buy as much wool too.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • SG
  • verified reviewer
  • Wisconsin

Lovely unique gift

Gave this as a gift. I thought it looked nice and so does Mom. Win win win.

  • 4 stars out of 5
  • AmberF
  • verified reviewer
  • North Carolina

Very cute and well made

Bought this for a friend. It is a great piece of art to hang in the yard, especially for someone who knits and always has scraps of yarn laying around. We're excited to see if the birds make nests with it. Only complaint is that some photos show the item as painted or lacquered. Upon receiving it I realized it was not. A note from the artist explains that they no longer use paint/lacquer due to the harmful chemicals. I appreciate that, but it does make this item rusty. And, that rust does transfer to your hands when you handle it.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Daughter S
  • verified reviewer
  • Los Angeles, CA

Something Different for My Bird-Loving Mom and Dad.

We have yet to see if the birds make use of this but I was happy to find something a little different for my bird-loving, knitting Mom. And she loves it! Thanks Uncommon Goods for always helping my find that special gift!

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Would it be acceptable to fill with lint from the dryer?

Verified reply from Allison

According to the Audubon Society, '...dryer lint quickly loses its fluffiness and structure when wet. Dryer lint is unsustainable in the rain, crumbling and leaving holes in an otherwise solid nest.'

  • Bellingham, MA

I have read that it is recommended to treat the metal with something so it will not rust. What do you recommend please? I received the nest starter for Christmas. I love it!

Verified reply from Amy

Hi Becky! The artist suggests using a clear metal paint, if anything. They no longer do this themselves in an effort to keep a greener environment, but you are welcome to do so and it would not harm the metal itself!

  • Mississippi

Does the product come with wool or is it just the Nest Starter itself?

Verified reply from Allison

Yes, it arrives with wool. You'll be adding your own as well as your little friends make their nests!

Verified reply from Rachel

Wool is included.

  • Rhode Island

Hello! I would like to know how this bird nesters is packaged because I would like to give it as a gift. Does it come in a box? Are their instructions? Thank you

Verified reply from Norma

Yes, the Wool Nest Starter comes boxed and there are instructions.

This gift is great for ...

  • Friends Who Enjoy Gardening

  • Couples Who Love Wildlife

  • Birdwatchers Who Appreciate Nature

  • Adults Who Care About Sustainability

Our gifting team recommends considering this Wool Nest Starter as a delightful surprise for both men and women who appreciate nature and creativity. Uncommon Goods offers a curated selection of products for a wide array of interests, so whether you're shopping for an avid gardener or someone who loves unique art pieces, you'll find the perfect match. Check out our full range of gifts for every interest to explore more unique finds.

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