"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you're pining for a fall activity, these pine cone crafts are fun for kids and adults alike! Not only ...

The winter solstice is yet to come, though we seem to be getting payback for those lovely warm days in November. But since gardening outdoors is over, let's bring on the holiday season. Pine cones ...

Air-drying: The first method is to air-dry them. Corral them up in a breathable container like a wicker basket or a woven shopping bag. Lay the base of the container with a sheet of paper to collect ...

Did you know painted pine cones can look like flowers? It's a great little trick that can be used when making all sorts of decorations like wreaths and various wall-hanging pieces. Today we're going ...

Flagstaff is rapidly gaining recognition as the pine cone capitol of the world. Since the first Great Pinecone Drop New year's Eve 2000, the focus of the business and tourist industry downtown has ...

As you admire your holiday decorations, pause to examine a pine cone (or a spruce cone or a fir cone). What is this dry, brown thing in your hand, with its airy rows of scales? Think of it as ...

The holiday season is fast approaching, and our thoughts begin to turn to decorating for the seasons. This year, instead of — or along with — premade purchased decorations, you might consider using ...

Content creator Lucy Kalice is one of Ideal Home's new Open House contributors, sharing her thoughts on cleaning, home decor and making the most of small spaces. See the rest of her articles here.