Decorative Star-Shaped Pine Cone Ornament Joins Link Party Event
=====================================================================
In the final installment of the 12 Days of Christmas Ornaments, we're sharing a charming DIY project - the Pine Cone Star Ornament. This rustic holiday decoration is an easy and affordable way to add a touch of nature to your festive décor.
Materials Needed
- Pine cone(s)
- Popsicle sticks, cinnamon sticks, or clothespins (to create the star frame)
- Hot glue gun and glue sticks
- Twine, ribbon, or string for hanging
- Paint or glitter (optional for decoration)
- Scissors
Step-by-step Instructions
- Prepare the star frame: Arrange popsicle sticks (usually 5 for a star) or similar sticks in a star shape, overlapping and gluing the ends together to form a rustic star base. Cinnamon sticks or clothespins can be used similarly by gluing them end-to-end or forming small star shapes.
- Attach pine cone: Select a pine cone with an appealing shape. Attach it to the center of the star base using hot glue. You can glue the bottom of the pine cone flat against the star so it sits nicely.
- Add hanging loop: Attach a piece of twine or ribbon to the top point of the star frame securely with glue. This will serve as a hanger for your ornament.
- Optional decoration: Paint the pine cone edges white for a snowy effect, sprinkle with glitter, or add small embellishments like beads or faux berries to enhance the festive feel.
- Allow to dry: Let the glue and any decorations dry completely before hanging on the tree.
This crafting method aligns with rustic holiday ornament ideas that use pine cones combined with natural materials to form stars, a popular DIY approach noted in Christmas decor guides. While some DIYs focus on twine-wrapped cone trees topped with rustic stars made from sticks, the same concept applies directly to creating a standalone star ornament that centers a pine cone.
With the Pine Cone Star Ornament, you can create a unique and affordable holiday decoration that's easy to customize. This project is the perfect way to end our 12 Days of Christmas Ornaments series, and we hope you've enjoyed following along!
Link to catch up with all 12 ornaments
Note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the ornament design was changed at the last minute to the Pine Cone Star Ornament, as the creator found the initial design less appealing.
[1] TikTok videos showcasing pine cone flower decorations or wreaths. [2] Christmas decor guides highlighting rustic holiday ornament ideas using pine cones and natural materials. [3] DIY baby onesie customization using the "Holy Cow I'm Cute" SVG. [4] Nautical Jute and Rope Ornaments shared by Thrifty and Chic. [5] Christmas Music Wreath Ornament shared by May Richer Fuller. [6] Lovely Etc. shared a Christmas Wreath Ornament. [7] The Happier Homemaker shared an Easy Burlap Ornament. [8] It All Started With Paint organized the 12 Days of Christmas Ornaments, with Linda from It All Started With Paint sharing a Mini Tinsel Wreath from Canning Lid. [9] Mom 4 Real shared a Rudolph Ornament. [10] All Things G&D shared Faux Mercury Glass Ornaments. [11] Whats Ur Home Story shared Clay State Ornaments. [12] Remodelando la Casa shared Fabric Heart Ornaments.
This Pine Cone Star Ornament can be a fantastic addition to your home-and-garden lifestyle during the holiday season, offering a touch of nature and rustic charm to your home décor. After completing this DIY project, you can hang it as part of your home-and-garden themed Christmas tree.
