From Good Housekeeping


How to Decorate with Pinecones

Turn these backyard beauties into table-toppers, glittering trims, and more



Pinecone Decor

    To create this delicate garland, drill a small hole into the top and bottom of each pinecone. Thread silver beads onto eye pins and stick them into the holes. A dab of glue will keep the beads in place. Use fine wire ribbon to hang cones from a string of beads.

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    Ngoc Minh Ngo

    Velvety scarlet blooms pair with pinecones to make an elegant arrangement. Push rose-stems and greens into a moist floral oasis and nestle the cones in between.

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    Ngoc Minh Ngo

    To form this starburst tree topper, start with a Styrofoam sphere. Glue pinecones of various sizes onto floral sticks and push them into the Styrofoam.

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    Yunhee Kim

    Placed in silver bowls, cups, and candlesticks, pinecones become a tabletop forest. Crown each one with a glitter-covered cardboard star.

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    Ngoc Minh Ngo

    For a twist on the traditional, deck the halls (and stairs) with swigs of pinecones. Dress up a long cone with silver spray paint, a burst of berries, and a bow.

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    Ngoc Minh Ngo

    Rim the edges of a basket with cones to make a striking serving dish for fruit, cheese, and other snacks. A parchment paper lining catches crumbs and spills.

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    Ngoc Minh Ngo



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