This fun craft takes little time and involves a little foraging to make rustic pinecone place card holders. My favorite crafts typically involve foraging. I love the idea of using natural elements, especially for table decor.
These could be used at any time of year with minor adjustments. However, I think they are perfect for a holiday table. I’m using them for a small get-together for Christmas. Using place cards for a small group may seem over the top, but I love making every chance to be together a special occasion.
Items you will need to make these rustic pine cone Christmas place cards:
A small tart tin or a lid from a jar ( I used Maille Dijon Mustard lids, which are about 2.5″)
Foraged or preserved moss (I live in Connecticut, so I am able to find moss everywhere, including my backyard. However, preserved moss will work beautifully if you don’t have moss readily available).
Small Pinecones – Again, I can find this quite easily. I usually look for pinecones that have not yet bloomed (or opened).
Whole Star Anise – Check the package if possible; they are often broken. I bought two small packages and ended up with about seven or eight star anise.
Faux snow – One bag will last a long time!
Hot glue – Optional, but it does help to keep the star anise in place on top of the pinecone.
Cardstock or cardboard from a box to write names on for the place cards. I used a white gel pen to write names on pieces of cardboard that I cut into tiny pieces about 1/2″ by 1 1/2″.
How to make pine cone place card holders
Put a little moss in the mini tart tin or jar lid. Tuck it in; remember, it does not have to be perfect; just like the forest floor, it will be a little bumpy.
Add a star anise to the top of a pine cone using a dab of hot glue. Set the pine cone on the bed of moss. Nestle it in, or add another dab of hot glue to keep it in place. You can add more “pinecone trees” or just one.
Rest your little cardboard place card with your guest’s name on the side. Sprinkle a little dusting of snow (or glitter, if you must).
Set it on the plate with beautiful linen napkins tied with ribbon or cloth like I did, or above the plater on the table. Your call!
These are perfect for any winter event or even your Thanksgiving table! With or without your guest names, they are earthy, adorable, and perfect for a rustic tablescape.
Setting the Table Two Ways
I used dark red linen napkins and gingham cloth to make bows for the table setting.
With the pink plaid linen napkins, I tied them up with frayed pink velvet ribbon and attached an iron house gift topper as sort of a napkin ring.
I loved using the LED glass mushrooms from Terrain to add to the woodland theme. For a centerpiece, I used Bergs pottery with an Amaryllis bulb resting on a vintage French red and white plate (available in the shop)!
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