How do I lighten pine cones?

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I want to change the color of real pine cones without the use of paint, glitter etc. Any ideas ?

Jessica Green · Answer

<p>Bleach</p>

Holly Lengner - Lost Mom · Answer

I've seen people bleach them or dip them in wax.

Holly Bertone | Pink Fortitude · Answer

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/

PS - We have a FREE Advent calendar printable to countdown to the season! You can download it here --> https://pinkfortitude.com/thank/#Advent

Redcatcec · Answer

Hi Charmaine,

Here you go, step by step:

https://www.wikihow.com/Bleach-Pine-Cones

Cheryl A · Answer

https://www.apieceofrainbow.com/bleached-pinecones-whitewash/

Homeroad · Answer

Here is a tutorial, they are beautiful! https://www.pinterest.com/pin/15340454965670572/

Ann|The Apple Street Cottage · Answer

<p>Use bleach</p>

Craft Invaders · Answer

Here's how we bleached ours

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/craft/seasonal-decor/how-to-easily-bleach-pine-cones-at-home-38366469

Natalie · Answer

Yes, try bleach!

Maura White · Answer

Try Bleaching Them! https://www.hometalk.com/diy/decorate/christmas/give-pinecones-a-beautiful-bleached-look-5616831

Kmdreamer · Answer

Bleach them let them sit in the bleach for days till they whiten

Lydia Nordhoff - Lydi Out Loud · Answer

https://www.hometalk.com/search/all?filter=bleach%20pine%20cones

Sharon · Answer

Dye them with Rit Dye.

Holly Lengner - Lost Mom · Answer

You can bleach them of dye them: Home and Garden DIY Ideas | Hometalk

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