How to make a pine cone star

How to make a pine cone star

Create a Christmassy pine cone star using materials from the garden.

A table displaying which months are best to sow, plant and harvest.
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
To do
To do

Do not To do in January

Do not To do in February

Do not To do in March

Do not To do in April

Do not To do in May

Do not To do in June

Do not To do in July

Do not To do in August

Do not To do in September

Do not To do in October

Do To do in November

Do To do in December

This pine cone star is quick to make and will serve as a lovely adornment to the home at Christmas.

Looking for more Christmas inspiration? You’ll find lots to to make and create with our collection of Christmas projects, including wreaths and tealight holders.

Plants to grow for Christmas colour:

Follow these quick steps to make your own Christmas pine cone star.

Advertisement

You Will Need

  • Five large pine cones
  • Cardboard from a cereal packet
  • Sprig of holly with berries attached
  • Five sprigs of fir
  • Red or green raffia (2m)
  • Glue

Total time:

Step 1

Glue the base of five pine cones together to form a star shape. Cut two circles of card and glue in the centre of the star on each side.

Gluing the pine cones together
Gluing the pine cones together

Step 2

Wrap raffia around the star, between the cones. Leave the long lengths to make a loop, then tie at the top in a bow.

Wrapping the raffia around the star
Wrapping the raffia around the star

Step 3

Glue the sprigs of fir onto the pine cones. Then glue the holly sprig onto the cardboard in the centre.

Gluing on the fir and holly sprigs
Gluing on the fir and holly sprigs
Advertisement

Pines for cones

Abies koreana foliage and pine cones
Abies koreana foliage and pine cones