Dig out all those dried gourds you put away last fall (or buy some online) because it's time to repurpose them into birdhouses for your Spring gardens!
Drill a large hole in the front of your gourd with a round drill bit and shake out any dried bits from inside the gourd. Wear safety gear when cleaning gourds.
Next, you'll need to soak them in water with a bit of bleach mixed in. Soak for 30 minutes and then scrub lightly with steel wool to remove any skin.
Let dry in a warm spot for about a day. The gourd will lighten up considerably when dry. Then gently sand it with a sanding sponge to remove any black spots.
You can leave them natural or get creative and paint them. For this one, we used a bright green paint that will blend in when hung in a tree.
Additionally, you can take it a step further and use stencils or transfers to add a floral motif onto the gourd.
Lastly, seal the gourd with a good weatherproof spray sealant to keep them from rotting when left outside in the elements.
These are fun and easy to make and a great way to pass a dreary winter afternoon! See all the details via the link below!