7+ stunning crafts made with pine cones

Human beings have an innate need to connect with nature, something that is called biophilia. The more we bring nature into our lives, the better we feel. Pine cone crafts are an easy, creative way to embrace this natural healing.

First, you go out into nature to collect the pine cones (for free, no less!) Then you bring them home and dig in to the craft with your mind and your hands. Working with your hands has also been shown to have healing properties. Finally, you have the finished project that brings nature right into your home. These seven projects celebrate that activity.

A garland is a simple way to make seasonal changes to your home. This one combines pine cones with dried oranges for decor that delights the senses. Get the tutorial here.

Wreaths are the perfect addition to any wall or door in your home. This seasonal wreath is designed for winter. However, you can change out a few of the details and have a wreath that hangs perfectly all year long. Get the tutorial here.

What happens when you bleach pine cones? You might be surprised to learn that they get an eye-catching metallic sheen. Once you've bleached them, you just need to display them anywhere in your home that catches a glint of light. Get the tutorial here.

Learning how to create a good centerpiece is an important skill in the crafter's repertoire. A centerpiece instantly elevates the style of any table. Plus, it's portable, so you can bring it along with you when decorating a party spot away from home. Get the tutorial here.

Who doesn't love a good mason jar project? You can place it anywhere in the home. Furthermore, you can make a bunch and gift them to everyone you know. Give the gift of nature to your loved ones with this pine cone-filled jar. Get the tutorial here.

Bring winter's bright delights into your home by painting frosted edges on your pine cones. This tutorial shows you precisely how to carefully paint just the tips of the pine cone's scales. That is how you will get the natural look of snow. You'll also learn a really important trick for making a bunch of pine cones look more cohesive; it's all in the strategic use of pruning shears.

Of course snowy pine cones are beautiful, but once you have seen pine cones covered in ice, you'll never want to settle for snow-covered ones again. You might be able to figure out how to paint snowy pine cones all on your own. However, getting the right look to emulate ice-covered bits of nature is a little bit harder. Luckily, this tutorial shows you exactly how its done.