DecoArt Birdhouse with Swirls

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by DecoArt Design Team

Create a romantic look on a birdhouse home accent.

1
Project time does not include drying time for neither the paint nor the varnish. Refer to project photo for design placement.
2
Use 3/4 inch flat brush to paint roof, Neutral Grey; sides, Spa Blue; base and perch, Hauser Light Green.
3
Position swirl stencil of your choice on front. Use stencil brush or cosmetic sponge to lightly dab Snow (Titanium) White in open stencil areas. Re-position stencil and repeat as desired.
4
Use brush handle end and Hauser Light Green to add dots randomly inside swirls.
5
Mix small amount of water with Snow (Titanium) White. Brush mix over birdhouse roof. Immediately wipe back with paper towel or soft cloth.
6
When birdhouse is dry, apply several coats of varnish. Allow to dry between coats.

DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint 2 oz. Snow (Titanium) White 104106580
DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint 2 oz. Neutral Grey 104106694
DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint 2 oz. Spa Blue 104549561
DecoArt Americana Acrylic Paint 2 oz. Hauser Light Green 104106597
DecoArt Americana DuraClear 2 oz. Varnish Satin 104387409 (2)
Nicole™ Crafts Unfinished Birdhouse of Your Choice
Swirl Stencil
Daler-Rowney Simply Simmons Synthetic Acrylic and Multi Media Brush Flat Wash Size 3/4 104118914
Loew-Cornell Foam Stencil Brush 104447081
Water Container
Plastic Plate or Palette
Paper Towels or Soft Cloth