DIY Cinnamon-Scented Pinecones
Learn how to make your own DIY cinnamon-scented pinecones using natural pinecones and cinnamon essential oil. This easy fall and holiday craft is a beautiful way to bring cozy seasonal fragrance and natural decorations into your home!
Ingredients
- 8–12 clean, dry pinecones
- 20 drops cinnamon essential oil
Optional essential oil additions:
- Clove essential oil
- Sweet orange essential oil
Instructions
- Collect dry, open pinecones from pine, fir, or spruce trees.
- Shake off dirt and debris. For additional cleaning and drying, arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 250°F for approximately 2 hours. Allow to cool completely.
- Place the pinecones in a large zip-top bag or reusable storage bag.
- Add approximately 20 drops of cinnamon essential oil.
- Seal the bag and gently shake to distribute the essential oil.
- Allow the pinecones to sit in the sealed bag for 1–2 days.
- Remove and arrange in decorative bowls, baskets, wreaths, or holiday centerpieces.
Notes
- Make sure pinecones are completely dry before adding essential oils.
- Experiment with cinnamon, orange, and clove essential oils for different seasonal fragrances.
- Refresh the scent as needed.
- Keep scented pinecones away from children and pets. Avoid direct skin contact and don’t use them as fire starters.
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