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How to Create an Artificial Succulent Birdhouse Decoration

 Hello everyone! I have a quick and easy DIY craft project to share with you. I wasn't sure what to do with the second birdhouse I purchased at my local Dollar Tree a while back. If you follow me, you probably know how much I love succulents, especially faux ones. So, why not design a birdhouse with a faux succulent roof? I would love it if you could create one with me. The process is simple, and I'll take you through a full materials list.

Succulent birdhouse design

Video tutorial
How to Create an Artificial Succulent Birdhouse Decoration

Materials for birdhouse succulent craft

To make the birdhouse design, you will need the following materials:

- One craft birdhouse (you can buy it at Dollar Tree)

- Assorted faux succulents

- Craft moss

- Artistic paint (Espresso in this case)

- Paintbrush

- Hot glue

Acrylic paint and birdhouse

Applying paint to the birdhouse

Start by applying acrylic paint to your birdhouse. Use Espresso color, and add a small amount of water to thin out the paint. This will result in a stained finish without having to use stain.

After applying the paint, let it dry completely.

Birdhouse, moss and hot glue

Craft moss on birdhouse roof

 Adding moss to the birdhouse roof

Next, take your craft moss, and using hot glue, apply it to the roof of the birdhouse. Be careful when pressing the moss down onto the roof to protect your fingers.

Succulents and birdhouse

Adding artificial succulents

 If necessary, use floral cutters to cut your succulent flowers to the size you want. Apply hot glue to each succulent flower and add it to the top of the birdhouse roof. Experiment with different sizes and looks of the succulents before adding them. This helps with placement and the overall design.

Succulent birdhouse design

Succulents on birdhouse roof

Succulents on birdhouse roof

That's it! Your birdhouse design is complete. It's a simple craft, and the result looks great. Give it a try if you have a birdhouse that you don't know what to do with.

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  1. Claire JustineMay 9, 2024 at 8:55 AM

    These are so sweet.

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  2. JayneMay 11, 2024 at 4:51 AM

    I love this Stephanie! What a cute craft and I love how you've decorated the roof. #MMBC.

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  3. Debra | Gma’sPhotoMay 12, 2024 at 11:56 PM

    How do you come up with all of your cute craft ideas? This is adorable!
    Take care and best wishes.

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    1. StephanieMay 13, 2024 at 2:58 AM

      Debra, thank you. Sometimes it's hard coming up with stuff.

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  4. Michelle LeslieMay 13, 2024 at 8:51 AM

    It turned out so pretty, Steph. I love succulents too and so many of the faux ones look so realistic too.

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    1. StephanieMay 15, 2024 at 6:40 PM

      Michelle, thank you so much. I'm happy to enjoyed my creation. :)

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  5. Jennifer WiseMay 13, 2024 at 9:00 AM

    This looks like a fairy could live in it. :) So cute! Thanks for sharing this post with us at the Will Blog for Comments #37 linkup, Stephanie. We hope to see you sharing more posts next week at #38.

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    1. StephanieMay 15, 2024 at 6:38 PM

      Jennifer, now that you mention it, I can see a fairy living in it. :) Thank you so much for taking the time to visit and comment.

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  6. Joanne May 15, 2024 at 10:54 AM

    That is so pretty!

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  7. Funky Junk InteriorsMay 18, 2024 at 12:54 PM

    Ohhh I love the woodland feel this moss and succulent treatment on the birdhouse roof offers! Adorable detail!

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    1. StephanieMay 18, 2024 at 1:03 PM

      Thank you very much! 😊 This was a truly enjoyable do-it-yourself project.

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  8. ChristineMay 22, 2024 at 6:10 AM

    These look so sweet when finished. Great idea!

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  9. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateMay 30, 2024 at 8:25 AM

    Another fabulous creation. I'm not sure which of us spends more time (or $$) in Dollar Tree. Featuring when my link party opens.

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    1. StephanieMay 30, 2024 at 9:54 AM

      Carol, thanks! That's a great question. I honestly think we both spend about the same amount of time at Dollar Tree. Lol 🤣

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