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10" Sugar Pine Cone frosted with "faux snow, paper confetti and glitter flakes. Found these gigantic pine cones while hiking. They are Sugar Pines and the pine cones can measure up to 15" long. They can last several years if stored properly.
If you have ever tried to make the canned "snow" adhere to pine cones, you know that is just does'nt work. So, I first spray (in a direction that would be similar to a snow drift) a light coat of spray adhesive. Then add the paper confetti, followed by a spray of faux snow. Let the first layer dry then spray with adhesive again. Quickly toss glitter flakes on top. Repeat process if necessary. Be sure not to cover the entire pine cone in order to keep a natural look. Store in sealed plastic containers after the season. Not advisable for outdoor use.
If you have ever tried to make the canned "snow" adhere to pine cones, you know that is just does'nt work. So, I first spray (in a direction that would be similar to a snow drift) a light coat of spray adhesive. Then add the paper confetti, followed by a spray of faux snow. Let the first layer dry then spray with adhesive again. Quickly toss glitter flakes on top. Repeat process if necessary. Be sure not to cover the entire pine cone in order to keep a natural look. Store in sealed plastic containers after the season. Not advisable for outdoor use.
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