Painted Pine Cones

crayola supplies

Washable Kid's Paint
Premier™ Tempera Paint
So Big® Brush
Glitter Glue

household supplies

recycled newspaper
paper towels
ribbon
pine cones

Why

The perfect present topper and centerpiece is under the trees. Take a walk with the kids to collect pine cones to make naturally beautiful holiday trimmings.

Steps

1. With adult assistance, collect several fallen pine cones. Wash your hands.
2. Spread newspaper on your work area and keep paper towels handy. Paint pine cones with Crayola® Washable Kid's Paint and So Big Brushes. (Crayola Premier Tempera comes in metallic gold and silver.) Dry overnight.
3. Add Crayola Glitter Glue for holiday sparkles. Dry overnight.
4. Tie cones together with ribbon. Use them as bows for special gifts, add to a wreath, or arrange as a centerpiece.

When & Where

"We took a walk in the park to collect pine cones. Then we spent a cozy afternoon creating holiday bows."
- Victoria D., mom of two kids ages 5 and 8.

"This simple and inexpensive idea was perfect for our holiday bazaar. Kids created ornaments, bows, and decorations."
- Scott F., PTA member.

Interesting Info

Thomas Edison's assistant, Edward Johnson, invented electric lights for Christmas trees in 1882.

Safety Guidelines

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Adult Assistance is required for this arts & crafts project.

Crayola Washable Paints—Not for use as body/face paint.

String-Like Materials—Includes string, raffia, lacing, yarn, ribbon, and other similar material. Children 3 years and younger should not be given any string-like material that is longer than 12 inches. Close adult supervision is essential whenever children use string-like material. When crafts are to be worn around the necks of children 8 years and younger, attach the ends of the “string-like material” with clear adhesive tape, which allows easy release of the bond if the craft becomes entangled or caught on equipment. For children older than 8 years, the ends of the “string-like material” may be tied and knotted.