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Pine cone mini Christmas trees

Tiny tabletop Christmas trees made from pine cones dabbed with green paint, snow and bead ornaments.

Pine cone mini Christmas trees
LevelBeginner
Time40 minutes plus drying
Cost$4 to $10
ChristmasWinterDollar storeGroupsGifts

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Materials

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How to make it

Safety

Pom-poms and beads are choking hazards for small children and anyone who might put them in their mouth.

  1. Step 1: Paint the cone green
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    Paint the cone green

    Dab green paint on the tips of the scales. You don't need to cover every bit.

  2. Step 2: Add snow
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    Add snow

    Brush a little white on the outer edges once the green is dry.

  3. Step 3: Glue on ornaments
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    Glue on ornaments

    Dot glue between the scales and press in pom-poms or beads.

  4. Step 4: Top with a star
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    Top with a star

    Glue a star to the pointed tip.

  5. Step 5: Set it on a base
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    Set it on a base

    Glue the flat bottom onto a spool or bottle cap so it stands straight.

Edie's tip

Bigger pom-poms are easier to pick up and show up better for low vision. Skip tiny beads if fingers are stiff.

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