![]() Station 2: Glitter – You can certainly use a glittering tray like this one but when working in bulk, you might want something bigger.Station 1: Paint and Glue – You can use a table or tarp I usually spray paint on top of a scrap sheet of plywood since the paint doesn’t stick to the wood.Glittering pinecones is really simple, but seriously messy! So I highly recommend taking this project outside. Start by setting up an outdoor work space with two different stations: However, you can also purchase pinecones in bulk at the craft store or from Amazon HERE. Pinecones – I am fortunate enough to have pine trees all around me, so a couple trips to the park with some buckets provided ample pinecones for crafting.Glitter – Skip the fine stuff and go for good ol’ “classroom glitter.” While fine powder is lovely on small projects, I found that chunkier craft glitter gives off much more shimmer!.Spray Adhesive – Don’t even bother with glue…spray adhesive is the quickest and easiest way to get pinecones super sticky and ready for lots of glitter.If you don’t want to load up on tons of spray paint, a good metallic silver works great for most glitter colors. I recommend matching your base spray paint to your glitter color (if possible). Metallic Spray Paint – The pinecones will look more sparkly if they are painted first.Here is what you need to make a set of glittered pinecones: So whether you need a few for a single vase or a bunch for a large wreath, you can easily pull them together in a single winter afternoon! Once you get the process down (and embrace the mess!), these are really easy to make in bulk. However, making your own isn’t just cheaper than store-bought versions it also allows you to customize them to your particular decor scheme! Glittered pinecones are commonly seen in the floral section of craft stores, home decor magazines, and fancy ornament collections. So head on outside to collect some pinecones and then stock up on some chunky glitter…because once you make one batch, you’ll probably want to make lots more! From ornaments and wreaths to vase fillers and garlands, the possibilities really are endless. Whether you want to keep it green and red or go big with bold colors, you’ll find something that suits your taste.If you can believe it, today’s super simple Christmas craft is one of the most popular on my site! Although messy, these DIY glittered pinecones are quick, easy, and inexpensive to make…and can be can be used all over your holiday home to add a whimsical touch of nature to a variety of surfaces. If you’re in search of some inspiration, scroll through these stunning outdoor Christmas decoration ideas. “You can always make the most of things and work with what you have!” insists designer Young Huh, who draped her front entry in elegant evergreens and simply filled her planters with foliage she had on hand. ![]() In fact, oftentimes you can work with what you already have rather than concocting a megawatt outdoor display worthy of the Griswold family. However, the combinations of textures and palettes to choose from are endless. It’s easy to get trapped in the formulaic Christmas decor: a wreath accompanied with twinkly lights. So if you’ve already decked your interiors’ halls with boughs of holly, you might want to consider turning your attention outward. ![]() Whether you’re hosting a holiday soiree or receiving a lot of packages, your home’s facade is the first thing everyone will see when they set foot on your property. But just because you’ll be spending the foreseeable future curled up at home doesn’t mean your space’s exterior has to take a back seat. Winter is rapidly approaching, which means you’re likely getting reacquainted with the great indoors. ![]()
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