Collecting pinecones on a crisp autumn walk and turning them into a radiant bouquet feels like bottling up the season itself.

The warm shades of painted cones echo the colors of fallen leaves and glowing sunsets.

Displayed on a dining table or entryway, this bouquet greets your guests with natural beauty and a little handmade magic.

Materials Needed

• 20-25 pinecones (medium to large, about 3-5” each)
• Acrylic paints (red, orange, yellow, gold)
• Foam brushes or small paintbrushes
• Wooden skewers or floral sticks (12-14” long)
• Hot glue gun with glue sticks
• Tall glass vase or jar

Step-by-step Guide

Step 1: Clean your pinecones by shaking off debris and letting them dry fully if collected outside.

Step 2: Attach each pinecone to a wooden skewer or floral stick with hot glue. Let them set firmly.

Step 3: Paint the cones with bright autumn colors, blending shades for a more natural look. Then allow them to dry completely.

Step 4: Fill a tall vase with a few unpainted pinecones at the base to anchor the stems.

Step 5: Arrange the painted pinecone flowers in the vase, spreading out the colors for balance.

Notes:

If you’d like a little sparkle, brush the cone tips with metallic gold paint or glitter before placing them in the vase.