Tree Watering Funnel

Tree Watering Funnel
By Jeff Mucha
November 29, 2003

Have you ever tried to water your tree only to be covered with pine needles? Have you ever tried pouring a pitcher of water into the reservoir of the tree only to see it spill onto the carpet? Have you ever been annoyed by the task of watering the tree that the reservoir went dry and the tree died before Christmas?

Then you may be interested in trying this Christmas Craft. It is very inexpensive and practical and can be made in a couple of minutes.

Gather the Following Supplies:

Plastic Tube Candy Cane
3 - 4 inch Funnel
Red Tape
Cutting Knife/Blade

Step 1:
Cut the top off of the plastic Candy Cane

These candy canes can be bought many places for very cheap. I paid 99 cents at the local BigLots convenience store. I noticed that the Dollar Tree as well as Fred Meyer had similar products. You can always just use pipe or flexible tubing if you have it lying around. The Candy Cane worked great for me and already is decorated for Christmas. I would suggest using a retractable box cutter knife, not what was used in this picture. Disclaimer: Blades are sharp; I am not liable for damages if someone gets cut.

Step 2:
Take the Funnel and place it in the Tube

I got this funnel in a 5-pack at High School Pharmacy for 3 dollars. I needed the smaller ones for the kitchen anyway. I could have gotten a single funnel for 89 cents. Many stores have funnels in the kitchen gadget sections. The auto parts stores also carry funnels but not in the color I liked for this craft idea.

Step 3:
Wrap the Tube and Funnel with Tape

This is colored Scotch Brand Tape by 3M. It says Core Series 2–0300 on the inside of the cardboard tube. It can be bought at office supply stores.

Step 4:
Your Done! Stick the Crafty Tree Watering Funnel in your Tree.

Now you don’t have to reach under the tree to water. You may still need to see how much water to add or when to add water. There are products like the Tree Green that can help. There is always the guess and check method.

Your cat will love the Tree Watering Funnel. Guaranteed!

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