Kids Pinecone Christmas Tree Craft

Create a Pinecone Christmas Tree Forest with Your Kids

The holiday season is a great time for crafting, and this Pinecone Christmas Tree Craft is an easy and festive activity to enjoy with your kids. Whether you’re entertaining preschoolers or tweens, this DIY craft is fun for everyone and brings a touch of holiday magic to your home. Plus, you can make it extra special by taking a nature walk beforehand to gather pinecones—adding an outdoor adventure to your creative day!

What You’ll Need

Gather these supplies to get started:

• Pinecones (any size)
• Mini pom-poms for “ornaments”
• Green acrylic paint
• Cotton balls for “snow”
• A yogurt lid or small base for stability (optional)
• Glue (regular for kids, hot glue for adults)
• Extras: Mini presents, a star, or an angel topper

Steps to Make Your Pinecone Christmas Tree

1. Paint the Pinecone
   Using green acrylic paint, cover the pinecone as much as possible. Don’t stress about reaching every crevice—leaving some brown visible can look like branches! Use a small paintbrush to get into the tighter spots. Let the pinecone dry completely.
2. Prep the Base (Optional)
   Cover a yogurt lid or similar flat object with stretched-out cotton balls to create a snowy base. Secure the cotton with glue, and once dry, glue the painted pinecone onto the base to stand it upright.
3. Decorate Your Tree
   Glue mini pom-poms all over the pinecone to mimic ornaments. Let your kids have fun choosing the placement—it doesn’t have to be perfect!
4. Add the Finishing Touches
   Top the tree with a star, angel, or any festive decoration of your choice. You can also glue mini presents or sprinkle extra “snow” (more cotton or a little white paint) around the base.

Why This Craft is Perfect for the Holidays

This pinecone craft isn’t just about creating decorations—it’s about creating memories. Your kids will love the hands-on experience of painting and decorating, and you’ll love the time spent together. Set up your craft table while watching a holiday movie to make it extra cozy and festive.

These little trees are also incredibly versatile. Use them to create a tiny Christmas forest for your mantel, or let each child personalize their tree to give as a gift to grandparents, teachers, or friends.

Make Your Holidays Brighter

Crafting with your kids is a wonderful way to celebrate the season and add a personal touch to your home decor. So grab your supplies, pick out a holiday movie, and let your creativity shine. Who knows—your cat might even join in! (Our mischievous Zoro, a curious Norwegian Forest Cat and Himalayan mix, loves nothing more than inspecting every box and pinecone we bring into the house.)

Happy crafting, and may your home be merry and bright this holiday season! 🎄

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Emily Smith, Editor of The Best of This Life, has been crafting lifestyle content and delicious recipes for over a decade. Featured on platforms like BRIT + CO, Today's Parent, and Chatelaine, she writes about family, food, home, and wellness, inspiring readers to live well and savour life's beauty. Based in Ottawa, she shares her adventures with her husband, two beautiful kids, and their mischievous cat, Zoro.

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