The only trick to using fresh pine cones in crafts, as our friend Tobpa on the Forum tells us, is to remember that pine cones have seeds inside them and some may also contain sap. You can avoid the mess this can cause simply by setting your pine cones on a cookie sheet and placing them in a 200 degree oven for about an hour.
Here are some crafts I have made using pine cones, and some others that were shared by visitors just like you! (Feel free to share your pine cone craft ideas!)
Start out by reading The Legend of the Silver Pine Cone then make a silver pine cone for yourself or as a gift!
Then Make These Fun Crafts...
Air Freshener - Fill a large jar with pine cones, potpourri, and a string of lights to make this simple craft.
Angel 1 - This angel has lacy wings and a sparking halo. A fun gift idea or even a great Christmas tree ornament.
Angel 2 - Make this great angel complete with grape vine wreath halo and spanish moss hair.
Basket Decoration - Make this stunning tabletop decoration using pine cones, a string of lights, and a basket.
Bird Feeder - Smeared with peanut butter and bird seeds, this makes a tasty tree for the birds.
Christmas Tree - Make a miniature pine tree using a pine cone. Decorate it it with beads, sequins, or bows if you like.
Corn Cob Magnet - Make this unique fridge magnet using a closed pine cone.
Mice - Make mice big and small with a bit of felt, yarn, and a few pom-poms.
Pony - A wonderful nature craft made from pine cones, branches, and needles.
Simple Ornament - Even the youngest kids can help with this painted ornament.
Skier - This pine cone is ready to hit the slopes with skis made from popsicle sticks and it's wool hat!
Snow People - Use these suggestions to create a whole family of snow people.
Squirrel - I added a pom-pom and pipe cleaners to this pine cone to create a squirrel carrying an acorn.
Wreath - A fun decoration for any time of year. This craft is made with a wire coat hanger and some pine cones.
If you have any great pine cone ideas, please share them with us!
