Supplies:
One stair baluster
Small piece of ceiling tile tin
Small decorative hardware
Metal stake 10-12 long
Pencil
Glue

Tools:
Tin snips
Hand saw
Drill
Hammer
(2) 1" wood screws
Work Gloves

Step 1. Mark and saw top of baluster at desired angle for roof line.
Step 2. Cut a piece of tin with tin snips large enough to extend over roof line 1/4 inch. Fold tin in half and attach with screws.
Step 3. Attach decorative hardware to the front of birdhouse.
Step 4. Drill a hole 1-2 inches in bottom of baluster, with drill bit the same diameter as stake. Hammer stake into baluster. Use glue if necessary.