How do I lighten pine cones?
I want to change the color of real pine cones without the use of paint, glitter etc. Any ideas ?
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Bleach
I've seen people bleach them or dip them in wax.
Hi Charmaine - Even though this uses chalk paint, this is a great all-natural way to "bleach" pinecones without the harmful bleach chemicals! It only takes a few minutes of hands-on time. Hope this helps with some inspiration. Hugs, Holly
https://pinkfortitude.com/bleached-pinecones/
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Hi Charmaine,
Here you go, step by step:
https://www.wikihow.com/Bleach-Pine-Cones
https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/bleached-pinecones-whitewash/
Here is a tutorial, they are beautiful! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/15340454965670572/
Use bleach
Here's how we bleached ours
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/craft/seasonal-decor/how-to-easily-bleach-pine-cones-at-home-38366469
How to Easily Bleach Pine Cones at Home
Yes, try bleach!
Try Bleaching Them! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/christmas/give-pinecones-a-beautiful-bleached-look-5616831
Bleached Pinecones
Bleach them let them sit in the bleach for days till they whiten
https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=bleach%20pine%20cones
Dye them with Rit Dye.
You can bleach them of dye them: Home and Garden DIY Ideas | Hometalk