Here ’s an easy to make decor accessory made with natural materials you may probably scrounge up in your K . The simple and refined pinecone swag can be hung on the door , stair banisters , or even the front gate . eatage in your yard , the woods , or a friendly neighbor ’s garden for the greens and pinecones for this fashionable holiday - themed cunning .
Materials :
- I usedbleached pinecone . you may regular ones as well . Or you could use scented pinecone ( seeHow to Dry and Scent Pinecones ) . Just make trusted to broil them in a 200F oven for a couple of hours before use . This will ensure any creepy-crawly crawlies are taken care of before exercise . If you require to make your own bleached pinecone , check out this full tutorial onHow to Bleach Pinecones .
Make it !
Add the eye draw to the cornerstone of the pinecone . You will have to apply a bit of pressure to get the thread conclusion of the hooking to bottom the pinecone . Twist it in until it hits the bag of the eye ( round conclusion ) . Repeat for the remain pinecones .
reduce a distance of ribbon . String it through the hooks on the pinecones . splice a double bow to secure the decoration to the hook . I kept my medal lengths about a foot long . Repeat for each pinecone .
Cut another length of medal about a foot long . Gather the greenery into a big money and tie it with the ribbon . Lay the greenery bundle down on a flat open with the end of the ribbons spread out .
Arrange the pinecones . I like to use odd turn and varying lengths . assemble the decoration and let the pinecone drop while you arrange them to your liking . Lay them on top of the greenery and tie them on with the redundant ribbon that was used to keep back the verdure together .
Adjust the pinecone lengths if needed by pulling on the individual ribbons . Once you are happy with the way they are arranged , twine the ribbon around the top of the greenery big bucks and secure with a knot . Trim off the surplus ribbon .
Take the thin ornament sweetener and loop it around the back of the swag . Bend the hook so it forms a closed circuit and twist the opening close up .
tot a expectant bow to the front and it ’s done !
Your pinecone swag should last the entire vacation season . If the verdure go to get a short dry , befog it with some water . Make a few extras to give asgifts .
Debbie Wolfe is a mom of two robustious boys , married woman , and work - at - abode mom from Georgia . In her costless time ( when there is such a thing ) , she is in the garden or hidden out study the latest post - apocalyptical sci - fi drama ! As stake , Debbie is an obsessive crafter , home plate chef , and nurseryman . She is a freelance writer , blogger , and is a co - author and lensman behind the garden blog , The Prudent Garden ; a collection of tips , craft , and article that highlight home horticulture .
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