Measure the center of the birdhouse roof with a tape measure and mark it with a pencil. Attach a hole saw to your drill and carefully cut a hole in the roof.
Smooth the wood using a sanding block and fine-grit sandpaper. Wipe away dust with a damp cloth for a clean finish.
Coat the entire birdhouse surface with primer using a spray can or brush for even coverage and better paint adhesion.
Once the primer is fully dry, paint the birdhouse in your chosen color.
For a playful, whimsical look, paint the roof and base in varying shades of the same hue—a technique I've used in countless rustic projects.
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Feed the cord from the pendant kit through the birdhouse interior and out the roof hole. Screw in an Edison-style bulb to the socket, secure everything, and plug into an outlet for instant ambiance.
