Mix with electric mixer until mixture makes a firm ball. Reduce the amount of lard if you use this during warm weather. This may bepacked into the holes of a vertical log feeder. It is supposed to attract bluebirds. Another way to attract bluebirds is to save red dogwood berries in the fall. Refrigerate them and put out in late winter near nesting sites, even on top of birdhouses!

In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients, then add the applesauce. Rollout to 1/4" between waxedpaper, Mixture will be stiff. Cut angels, bells, etc. with metal cookie cutters. Make a hole for hanging with wire or narrow ribbon. Let dry for 4 or 5 days. Do not cover. When dry, store in sealed plastic bags.