Spring Pine Cones

I'm not into bright colours. I'm the type of person who's outfits are mostly black. The one who's home interior is neutral.

But just lately I've felt the pull of the brightness of spring shades and I've been on the look out for easy and affordable ways to bring spring into our home. 

During our recent visit to Sherwood Pines Gruffalo hunting Joseph and I felt the need to collect a few pine cones, much to Daddy's annoyance! Pine cones are easily associated with Christmas and the festive period but why not give them a spring makeover? 

Here's how!

(This craft is ideal for those with slightly older children or even grown ups! Obviously little ones could give it a try but you’ll have to watch them carefully in case of sharp pine cone edges)

You will need

• Selection of pine cones
• Acrylic paint
• Paint pot/tray
• Paint brush
• Water pot for brush rinsing
• A table cover or newspaper to protect the crafting area

Now, as a craft blogger I tend to have a selection of acrylic paints but if you aren’t going to use them often, or even again, consider doing your pine cones in one colour. As long as you use a bright spring colour it will have the same effect!

First pick your colour, squeeze the paint into the pot and paint thoroughly. 

You may find that they need quite a few coats.

It’s also a good idea to paint one half first and then the other to avoid your cone getting stuck to the cloth.

Once dry arrange as needed and where you would like. These would look fab in a wooden or glass bowl.

Personally, I arranged mine around an LED candle in one of our lanterns. They look great! Obviously if you consider giving these a try yourself make sure you use an LED candle to avoid any fire hazards!

Enjoy!

Mummy Snowy Owl

xx