Painted Birdhouses

Fans of country style will enjoy these birdhouse-themed pieces. Projects comprise both wooden birdhouses of various shapes adorned with rustic designs (sunflowers, wildflowers, ivy, quilt patterns, stonework, fences, and other motifs), and an assortment of items (storage chest, lap desk, cabinet, mailbox, metal buckets, T-shirts) emblazoned with birdhouse designs. Brief general directions explain basic decorative painting techniques; painting patterns are included for each of the 29 step-by-step projects. --Amy Handy