Add these frosted pine cones to a centerpiece, or attach an ornament hanger to display them on the Christmas tree. Either way, these pinecones covered in glittery “snow” are such a fun and easy craft for the holidays!
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Where can I get pinecones?
Try going for a winter nature walk and pick up any fallen pinecones you can find! Make sure you brush off any dirt or debris before you craft with these pinecones (and make sure that they’re totally dry!). Manda Panda Projects has a helpful guide to preparing pinecones for crafting.
What if I don’t have epsom salt?
You can definitely make frosted pinecones without epsom salt! Try using coarse sea salt or large flaked kosher salt instead. The salt adds a nice textured, icy look to these pinecones, but you could even leave off the salt and just cover the pine cones in glitter. The photo below shows how the different types of salt look. On the top pinecone we used epsom salts, on the middle pinecone we used coarse sea salt, and on the bottom pinecone we used table salt. We also used a lot more salt than glitter which makes them look more snow textured.
Can these frosted pinecones be hung outside?
No, you can’t hang the frosty pinecones outside, as the epsom salt will dissolve in rainy or snowy weather. They would most likely be okay on a covered porch, but you probably want to keep these holiday ornaments inside.
What can I do to contain the glitter?
Embrace the glitter! Yes, this is definitely a bit of a messy project. Be sure to put down newsprint, kraft paper, or a plastic table cloth before making these frosted pinecones. To help keep the glitter on the ornaments themselves, spray the pinecones with a Krylon clear glaze after they’re completely dry.
Add some sparkly holiday magic to your winter decor with these frosted pinecones. I love how these DIY snowy pinecones look, shimmering in the lights of the Christmas tree!
Here’s even more pinecone craft ideas:
Pinecone Snowman Ornaments
How to Make Pinecone Owls
DIY Pinecone Elves
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