I've got full detailed instructions on my blog with recommended materials but here's the basics:

Materials: Birdhouse base, small stones (I buy bags of them at the dollar store), funnel for roof, silicone sealant to attach the stones, wood sealer.

Steps:

1. Start with a base. Here I used an unfinished birdhouse but you can also use a wide piece of PVC pipe, a jug, teapot...Anything with a the right shape.

2. If you're using a wooden birdhouse, first treat it with a wood sealant so it will last outdoors for many years.

3. Attach the stones using an outdoor silicone sealant (pick one that dries clear). Work from the bottom up so each row of stones rests on the ones below.

4. Add your roof and you're done!

More ideas: add a wee door; window boxes-create a whole fairy garden scene-; make the roof from moss or tiny cedar pieces or a folded licence plate...

I hope you'll share your ideas in the comments. Have fun!

PS: These birdhouses are intended as decorations only. See my blog for information on safe nesting boxes.

What's your garden sign? Can you know a gardener by their signs?

You can see more signs plus the gardens they are from here: http://www.empressofdirt.net/gardensign/

The Lucketts Spring Market is a signature event for The Old Lucketts Store and takes place May 18th and 19th. We have over 170 fantastic dealers lined up this year from all over the country. Many vendors have been featured in your favorite books and magazines, including Country Homes, Country Living, and Romantic Homes.

We will have killer antique and vintage items for you and your home, including furniture, lamps, home accessories, collectibles, and lots and lots of Funky Junk! Expect a day of food, fun, and great deals. We won't disappoint!!!

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Gates will open at 10am and stay open until 5pm each day.

42350 Lucketts Road Leesburg, Virgina

Milner Village Garden Center is the retail division to Darvonda Nurseries, the outfit that caters to all the Costco stores! But there's more to the story as you'll soon see... MUCH more. Get ready for some MAJOR eye candy...

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Here are a few of our favorite ways to upcycle an over-the-hill ladder:

More pictures and ideas: https://brightnest.com/posts/6-new-uses-for-...