by Patricia Pearson & Ashley Stelck, Hansell & Halkett vintage home decor | photos by Amanda Cribdon Photography –
More than ever, we are all craving good authentic connections. What better time than the holidays to slow down, gather around, and create lasting memories (along with some cute crafts that you can bring out each year to remember them by)!
This year we decided to start the season by making some fun pinecone characters with our kids. As the owners of Hansell & Halkett vintage home décor, we love reusing objects that we have around the house and incorporating nature. Gathering items is also part of the fun!
Step 1 Gather supplies. Head outside to gather some pinecones along with any other materials you can find (twigs, berries, moss). Then check your craft drawer for things like pom poms, felt, bells and pipe cleaners. Don’t have any? Thrift stores are a great place to find some!
Step 2 Set the mood. Gather your friends and family, make some hot chocolate or cookies and turn on the holiday tunes.
Step 3 Get crafting! Decide on your character and paint your pinecone.
Step 4 Accessorize your character. Use your craft supplies to dress it up! Maybe a felt hat for your snowperson, or a scarf for your reindeer. Use your imagination!
Step 5 Find a home for your new friends. There are lots of ways to incorporate the characters into your décor. You can create a holiday scene on a mantel or table, glue string on them and hang them from the tree or hide them nestled in a bowl or vase that you have already displayed. Or, you can give them to your friends!
Don’t forget to have fun and enjoy the moment. It’s OK if your pinecone penguin isn’t a perfect work of art; your kids will still love you, and you’ll have something to laugh about together.
Happy Crafting!
