Painted Rainbow Pinecones

Here's a nature craft that's simple, colourful and easy for even the littlest of hands.

Plus, it's a great way to get the littles outside on a pinecone hunt. They'll love brightening up the whiteness of winter with rainbows!

You Will Need:

• pinecones
• paint in all the colours of the rainbow
• paint brush
• a cup (to hold the pinecone upright)
• newspaper or an old table cloth

Instructions:

1. Bundle up and head outside on a pinecone hunt. Gather as many pinecones as you want to paint — and maybe some extras for other fun nature crafts!

2. Lay out your newpaper to protect your craft space. It's going to get messy!

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3. Pour your paint into dishes. Place a pinecone in a cup and begin painting the pinecone scales in a rainbow.

4. Once your rainbow is complete, allow the pinecone to dry for a day or so. Once all the pinecones are dry, you can tie them on string to create a rainbow pinecone garland, place them in bowls or simply place around to brighten up your space! 

Happy creating!