Create the perfect home for bugs!

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Build the perfect home for all the bugs in your garden, shaped like nature's friendliest bug, the bumblebee! Join Hamza in the Blue Peter Garden as he creates an eco-friendly bug hotel, giving garden creatures a cosy place to stay.

You will need
  • Clean tin can
  • Pipe cleaner
  • Coloured string or wool
  • Googly eyes
  • Glue
  • Double-sided sticky tape
  • Bark
  • Dry leaves
  • String or wire (to hang)
  • Paint brush

🚨 Make sure to ask a grown-up to help you when using sharp objects! 🚨

What is a bug hotel? 🐜

A bug hotel is the perfect little home for creepy crawlies to live. It is made out of natural materials like sticks, dirt and pebbles to create a cosy environment that bugs love to hide away in. It also offers a great place for shelter and protection from predators. 

Want to try more Blue Peter crafts? 🎨

If you've already had a go at the ideas above, or just want to try something else, check out our 'Here's one I made earlier' page! Here you can find all the amazing Blue Peter makes and bakes for you to try. So, what you waiting for?

Where can I watch Blue Peter? ⛵️

Watch Blue Peter on CBBC and BBC iPlayer!

For more fun, interesting and exciting quizzes, crafts, celebs, books, badges, challenges, Blue Peter presenters and pets, you’ll find everything you need on the Blue Peter hub💙

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