Pinecones are usually considered great décor elements for the winter but you can add a pretty natural touch with them in the fall, too, or make super cool fall to winter decorations and centerpieces that will work for both seasons and you won’t have to swap them!
What Pinecone Decorations To Make?
Pinecones are perfect for any type of decorations, they needn’t any changes to make a perfect fall arrangement! If you still want to change the look of the pinecones you have, it might become a cool craft project. Here are some creative ideas to help you use these awesome gifts of nature for decorations and projects.
How To Prepare Pinecones for Decorations
Beautiful decor doesn’t have to be expensive. Probably, you can gather a bunch of pinecones from your front and backyard. Lets see how to prep them for your decor projects.
First of all, shake pinecones to get rid of dirt and stuff. Rinse them under warm water and use a soft brush to scrub off any sticky sap or dirt. Don’t use soap though.
To get rid of any bugs that might be hiding inside you can use baking or freezing method. For baking, heat up your oven to 200°F (93°C). Put some foil on a baking sheet and spread the pinecones out. Bake them for 30-45 minutes, but check them often so they don’t burn. For freezing, put pinecones into a sealed plastic bag and leave in the freezer for a day.
If you wanna give your pinecones a special look, now’s the time! You can bleach them to make them look white and rustic, or paint them with spray paint in cool colors. If you’re bleaching them, soak the pinecones in a mix of half water and half bleach for at least day, then rinse and dry them real good.
Simple Pinecone Centerpieces
Pinecones are perfect for easy and beautiful centerpieces. Just place them in a bowl and add seasonal elements like leaves, acorns, and small pumpkins for fall. In winter, you can swap the pumpkins for pine branches and holly berries. If you want to change the look of your pinecones, you can bleach or gild them. You can even spray paint them. Bleached pinecones have a rustic, whitewashed look that fits both fall and winter themes. Gilded pinecones, painted with gold or silver, add a touch of elegance and shine.
Create a stunning statement centerpiece by arranging pinecones on a wood slice, complemented by thin twigs and a candle. This natural, rustic display adds warmth and charm to any table setting. (@homebird_interiors).
A fall centerpiece of a wooden box with pinecones, faux leaves, berries, faux gourds and candles is a bold idea.
A bleached lantern paired with pinecone votive holders creates a stunning centerpiece. This combination is perfect to place on a coffee table. (@interiordelights.co).
A lovely natural decoration of a white wooden bowl with red leaves, pumpkins, pinecones and gourds looks very autumnal.
A fall decoration of a wooden bowl with pinecones, white faux pumpkins, green balls and pale leaves.
A fall centerpiece of pinecones, fall leaves, nuts and acorns and fall-colored candles is a very natural autumn decoration.
A Fall Pinecone Birch Centerpiece on a wood slice adds a touch of autumn charm to your space. Surrounded by tree branch cuts, this natural arrangement brings warmth and seasonal beauty to any room. (@plantsyoulove).
Fall table decor wuth a burlap table runner, gilded pinecones, candles in gold mercury glass candleholders and gilded pumpkins for a fall party or Thanksgiving.
Create a charming pinecone centerpiece that keeps your dining table beautiful throughout autumn and winter. It's easy to assemble using a simple dish, making it a perfect seasonal decoration. (@summeratsage).
A fall mantel with berry branches, white pumpkins and wheat and some pinecones on the rough wood mantel.
A woodland fall centerpiece of a dough bowl with evergreens, pinecones of various kinds and antlers for autumn.
A stylish fall centerpiece of a white bowl with pinecones and mini pumpkins and pillar candles in the center.
A tall glass filled with faux berries, nuts, pinecones and citrus slices is a cool fall decoration or a centerpiece.
A simple fall centerpiece of a wood board, pinecones and a pumpkin in a woven tray is easy to make.
A great and easy fall centerpiece of a chic plate with pinecones, cherries and a pillar candle is fresh and non-typical.
A large glass with gilded pinecones and lights is a great fall decoration or centerpiece to try.
A wooden bowl with greenery, berries, pumpkins and pinecones is a bright and natural autumn centerpiece or decoration.
A simple fall centerpiece of a wooden bowl with large pumpkins and a white gourd is a cool all-natural idea.
A fall centerpiece of a glass vase, pinecones, twine and bright and white flowers is very easy to compose.
Jars with lids and with glitter pumpkins, leaves and pinecones are a great and easy fall decoration.
Pinecone Wreaths
Attach pinecones to a wreath form with hot glue and add seasonal decorations. For fall, include dried flowers and autumn leaves. For winter, add pine branches, berries, and ornaments.
A chunky pinecone wreath placed above a dresser, adorned with gold beaded garland and candles, creates a stunning display. The combination brings a warm and inviting ambiance to the room, perfect for cozy evenings. (@frenchcountrycottage).
A cool natural fall wreath of acorns, nuts and pinecones is a timeless and long-lasting idea to try.
A cool wreath of pinecones of various shades is a very cool fall to winter decoration for your front door.
A large and thick pinecone wreath with a green plaid ribbon is a cool decoration for your autumanl front door.
Such a pinecone, evergreens and lights wreath can be a nice decoration from fall to winter and is easy to make.
Pinecone Door Swag
Gather pinecones, pine branches, and other natural elements. Tie them together with twine or ribbon and hang the swag on your front door. This decoration is a lovely alternative to a traditional wreath.
Create a wreath alternative in just 5 minutes using pine cones of various sizes, hook eye screws, and ribbon. This simple project is perfect for a quick, rustic decoration that adds charm to any space. (@acton.life.and.home).
Create faux bleached pinecones using paint, which is much easier than traditional bleaching. Simply use a piece of twine to connect them together for a quick and stylish decoration. (@hearthnvine).
A cool and easy woodland fall decoration of a gold bow with many pinecones hanging down.
A fall posie with fall leaves, pinecones, a burlap bow is a fun and cool fall decoration to hang anywhere.
A fall decoration of large pinecones, leaves and berries and bright plaid and burlap bows will bring a bold touch to your space.
Pinecone Garlands
String pinecones together to make garlands. Use twine or ribbon to connect them and hang the garland on your mantel, staircase, or along a wall. You can customize it with additional seasonal elements.
A cool garland of large pinecones and berries cna be a nice solution for the fall and winter, hang it anywhere you want.
A fall pinecone garland with bright orange fabric touches will be a nice decoration for your space in the fall.
Create a quick garland for your mantel by making holes in birch slices and connecting them with pinecones using twine. This easy project adds a rustic touch to your decor. (@houndhousect).
Enhance string lights by adding small pinecones to create a gorgeous garland. This combination brings a cozy, festive glow to any space, perfect for seasonal decorating. (@werchristmas).
A fall garland of larger and smaller pinecones and dried blooms is a cool idea for rocking in any space in the fall.
For a fun and girly Christmas decor, create a cute Sugar Plum Fairy pinecone garland. This whimsical decoration adds a playful and festive touch, perfect for a sweet holiday theme. (@everyday.laura).
Hanging Pinecones
Use ribbon to hang pinecones around your home. Hang them from doorknobs, windows, or chandeliers to add a festive touch. Choose fall-colored ribbons for autumn and switch to red, green, or silver ribbons for winter.
Pinecone Mobiles
Create mobiles with pinecones for a unique decoration. Hang pinecones from a branch or hoop with string at different lengths. You can add other natural elements or paint pinecones into bright colors.
Pinecones, citrus slices and stars hanging on the window is a cool natural decoration, which can be easily made.
Gilded pinecones turned candleholders are cool decorations to go for, you can DIY as many as you like.
A basket filled with pinecones and lights is a cute and very simple fall or winter decoration.
A bowl with pinecones, cinnamon sticks, yarn balls and nuts and citrus will not only add to the decor but also will bring a nice natural aroma.
A large vase with white pumpkins and pinecones, with blooming branches for chic and neutral fall decor.
A wooden stand with snowy pinecones, acorns, nuts, candle lanterns and glass bubbles for chic fall decor.
Outdoor Pinecone Decorations
Pinecones are perfect for outdoor decorations. Use them to decorate your porch, garden, or yard. Fill lanterns with pinecones and string lights for a cozy, inviting look. Do the same with large outdoor planters. You can mix in other natural elements like branches, berries, and dried flowers. Place the planters on your porch or by your front door as a cute and easy to make decoration. Garalnds, door hangs and wreaths are also perfect seasonal outdoor decorations.
A concrete planter with pinecones, fir branches, firewood and lights is a cool outdoor decoration.
Fall posies made of hanging pinecones and faux blooms, berries and orange plaid ribbons feel like fall itself.
A creative fall wreath of white hydrangeas, vine, pinecones, greenery, gourds, mushrooms and greenery looks very eye-catchy.
Gilded pinecones covering the doorway and a dried bloom wreath make the porch very fall-like.
A vine wreath with snowy pinecones and a brown ribbon bow is a stylish and elegant idea for both fall and winter.
A bright fall decoration of a pinecone, bold faux leaves and berries can accent your front door or any other space.
A large candle lantern filled with pinecones, gourds and pumpkins is a lovely idea to decorate your front porch.
A bright fall wreath of pinecones, bold fall leaves berries is a stylish and timeless front door decoration.
A bright fall wreath of grasses, bold leaves, pinecones, berries, acorns and other elements to style your front door.
A large pinecone wreath with mustard ribbon is an all-natural and very cool decoration for your front door in the fall.
A simple craft project to make a pinecone wreath that can be used both in the fall and winter to decorate your front door in with a woodland feel.
A bold fall wreath of faux leaves, berries, pinecones and accented with a bright plaid ribbon bow for your front door.
A front door swag composed of bright painted pinecones is a bright and fun idea for the fall.
A fall door swag of pinecones hanging on gingham ribbons is a nice and simple idea that can be easily and fast DIYed.
A rustic posie of pinecones and a burlap bow is a cool decoration for your front door or any other space.
A moody fall wreath of pinecones, faux berries, pomegranates, grasses, foliage and feathers for a boho feel.
By using these ideas, you can create beautiful and lasting decorations with pinecones for both fall and winter. Use them both inside and outside; they are very durable and create a cozy atmosphere!