DIY: Simple Pinecone Garland

Now that December has arrived, I have a simple Christmas decor project to share. Some pretty pinecone garlands, and you likely have two of the three essential supplies on hand already.

For the garland above, I used some hemp string for a natural, rustic feel. For a second garland for my stairs I used red yarn. I have a random assortment of ribbon on hand from past projects and gifts. I just needed to make a trip to the craft store for some pinecones.

Pinecone Garland

Supplies

String or yarn - enough to go across wherever you plan to hang your garland

Ribbon 

Pinecones

Sharp scissors

Instructions

1. Cut a length of string long enough to span across where ever you want to hang your garland.
2. About 8 inches from one end, tie your first pinecone.
   
   
3. Cut a piece of ribbon about about 6 inches in length. To get the forked end, fold the ribbon in half and cut on a diagonal so the edges of the ribbon will become points.
4. Use just one knot to tie the ribbon on to the string about 4 inches or so from the pinecone.
   
   
5. Alternate tying pinecones and ribbons for the length of your string.
   
   
6. Hang your garland in its new home to enjoy for the season.