Pine Cone Christmas Decoration Ideas

5 Pine Cone Christmas Decoration Ideas:

Pine cones are a great ways to decorate for Christmas as the are readily available in most areas that have pine trees. You can start by just picking them up off the ground before the Holidays.The best thing about pine cones is that they area natural and fun material to use for any type of Christmas decoration ideas.

1. Yo Yo Stuffed Pine cones: 

 This fun idea is from Clover USA and use fabric to fill up large pine cones. This cute stuffed pine cone can be hung on the tree or several of them can be grouped together on a table or fireplace mantel. Just mix and match all your favorite Christmas or other fabrics  for a pine cone decoration that's one of a kind. This is also a great way to use up leftover fabric scraps.


Materials:

•     Assorted fabric
•     Clover Extra Small Quick Yo Yo Maker template (optional)
•     String
•     Sewing Needle
•     Pinecones
•     Clear drying glue

Instructions:

    Make as many extra small yo-yos as needed for your pine cone.
    Stuff each yo-yo.    
    Secure the stuffed yo-yos to the pine cone with a small drop of clear drying glue.

2. Pine Cone Wreath:

Pine cone wreaths are one of the easiest and fun ways to use pine cones for Christmas Decorations. All you need to do is gather up or purchase these supplies.

Materials Needed:

• Styrofoam wreath form
• small pine cones
• foam brush
• gold red or any color paint you prefer.
• glue gun and glue sticks
• 2" wide ribbon (1 yard)
• scissors
• tacks

(Instructions:)
Paint Styrofoam form with paint.
You can spray paint pine cones in the same color as the painted form,different colors or leave them plain for a variety of looks
Apply Glue and Attach Pine cones: Place a small bead of glue on the underside of each pine cone then place on wreath; press and hold in place for a few seconds until secure.  
Tip: Place pine cones as close together as possible and vary the sizes to add textural interest.
Tie or loop the ribbon on the form and hang on the door.

3. Pine Cone Candle Holders: 

Here are two simple, but fun ways to make candle holders with pine cones for a table center piece, fireplace mantel or a beautiful  hostess gift for a friend or co-worker. These candle holders can be used every year if you wrap them up and store them in a safe place.







The first one is a Simple Christmas Candle Holder: 

Materials:

• several small pine cones natural or painted
• spray paint in any color you like. Suggestions: are silver, gold, red or green.
• a dollar store glass candle holder 
• red satin or velvet like ribbon
• glue gun and glue sticks. 

Instructions:

1. spray paint pine cones and let dry over night.
2. wrap a piece of ribbon around the candle holder and tie in a bow
3. Hot glue the pine cones on either side of the ribbon and hold until set.

The Second is a Floating Candle Holder:

Materials:

• Glass cylinders
• Suspended pillar cups
• Pine cones, berries, silk poinsettias
• Floating Candles

Instructions:

1. Fill the glass container approximately halfway with cones, berries, poinsettias.
2. Insert pillar cup.
3. Place candle in cup.

4. Painted Pine Cone Tree Ornaments:

This is my favorite pine cone craft idea and it is easy to do, because children can do this one at home or as an art project in the class room. The children can use paint brushes and paint the pine cone with all different colors, then add glue and glitter.

The adult version of this project can be done with silver or gold spray paint, then add glue and glitter around the edges of the pine cones.

Materials for Easy Children Tree Ornament:

• Pine Cones: Found in the yard or purchased from a craft store
• Paint
• Glue
• Glitter
• Ribbon
• Old crayons

Instructions: 
For Christmas ornament, simply paint the pine cone, then let dry. Apply glue on outer edges, then sprinkle with glitter.  Tie a ribbon or make a hole for a hook on the top.
A nice way to add more color and texture to the pine cone is to melt old crayons and dip the pine cones in the resulting wax mixture (make sure an adult supervises while using hot wax).


Adult Version of Painted Pine Cones :

Materials:

• Pine Cones: Found in the yard or purchased from a craft store
• Spray Paint in any color that you like
• Glue
• Glue gun and glue sticks
• gold, silver or multicolored Glitter or clear Glitter spray
• foam paint brush for glue
• Ribbon/ Christmas ornament hooks

Instructions: 

1. Layout pine cones on newspaper or cardboard. Spray the pine cone with regular paint or glitter paint on all sides and let dry for at least 24 hours.
2. If using regular spray paint to add glitter spread the edges of the pine cone with a thin layer of glue and sprinkle on the glitter.
3. Make a bow or loop out of the ribbon and glue on top to hang
4. or poke a hole on the bottom  for the hook or to thread a string.

 

5. Pine Cone Fire Starters:

You can make fire starters with pine cones compliments of Mother Nature and left over wax from candles or purchase your own wax and scents at any craft store. These make great fire starters for your fireplace or as gifts for friends and family. They smell great just sitting in a pretty basket or can easily be decorated by putting them in gift bags and tying them with ribbon.

Materials:

•  Candle wax: leftover wax or purchased from hobby store.
•  Favorite Spices or Scents designed for candles making.
• Several different Shaped Pine cones.
• Double boiler or Candle making container to melt wax in.

Instructions:

1. Use a double boiler to melt down the wax (or melt it in a jar over a candle warmer) and then carefully dip pine cones in the wax.
2. Add the fragrance drops to the melt wax and stir slowly or 
3. Sprinkle with any type of crushed spice while the wax is warm so they stick easily. Any crushed spice like cinnamon, nutmeg or rosemary will add that special holiday touch. 
4. Let the wax covered pine cones cool in the refrigerator in muffin tins or on an old baking sheet.  

To make any of these pine cone craft ideas you can purchase any of these supplies at your local craft store or on Amazon under craft supplies.

Materials:

• Assorted fabric
• Clover Extra Small Quick Yo Yo Maker template (optional)
• String
• Sewing Needle
• Pinecones
• Clear drying glue

Read more at http://www.favecrafts.com/Ornaments/Yo-Yo-Stuffed-Pinecone#UwjlVUOKJpYLuzq8.99

This playful decorating idea from Clover USA is whimsical and unique.  Use stuffed yo yos to fill up large pinecones for a look that will standout.  This Yo Yo Stuffed Pinecone would look great hanging from the Christmas tree or decorating the mantel.  Mix and match all your favorite fabrics for a pinecone decoration that's unique and fun.  This is also a great way to use up leftover fabric scraps.
Read more at http://www.favecrafts.com/Ornaments/Yo-Yo-Stuffed-Pinecone#tBpvdiyQp3VAga0B.99

This playful decorating idea from Clover USA is whimsical and unique.  Use stuffed yo yos to fill up large pinecones for a look that will standout.  This Yo Yo Stuffed Pinecone would look great hanging from the Christmas tree or decorating the mantel.  Mix and match all your favorite fabrics for a pinecone decoration that's unique and fun.  This is also a great way to use up leftover fabric scraps.
Read more at http://www.favecrafts.com/Ornaments/Yo-Yo-Stuffed-Pinecone#tBpvdiyQp3VAga0B.99