Winter is a great time for crafting, and nature can be a wonderful source of inspiration. Here are 10 nature crafts you can do with your family in the winter:
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Pinecone bird feeders: Spread peanut butter on pinecones, roll them in birdseed, and hang them outside for the birds to enjoy.
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Ice ornaments: Fill small plastic containers with water, add natural materials such as berries or leaves, and freeze. Once frozen, remove the containers and hang the ice ornaments outside.
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Winter wreaths: Use natural materials such as pinecones, evergreen branches, and holly berries to create a beautiful winter wreath for your front door.
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Snow globes: Fill a mason jar with water, add glitter and small natural objects such as pinecones or berries, and glue the lid on tightly. Shake the jar to create a snow globe effect.
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Winter solstice lanterns: Using a paper lantern or mason jar, add branches, pinecones, and other natural materials. Place a candle or battery-operated light inside to create a beautiful winter lantern.
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Birch bark candle holders: Peel thin layers of birch bark and wrap them around glass jars. Place a candle inside for a beautiful natural candle holder.
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Snowflake window clings: Mix equal parts of glue and water and use a paintbrush to paint snowflakes on wax paper. Once dry, peel the snowflakes off and stick them to your windows.
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Winter birdhouses: Build or decorate birdhouses using natural materials such as bark, branches, and pinecones. Hang them outside for birds to take shelter in during the winter.
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Ice lanterns: Fill a bucket with water and freeze it. Once frozen, remove the bucket and carve a hole in the top. Place a candle inside for a beautiful ice lantern.
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Snowman planters: Use old boots or other containers to create snowman planters. Fill them with soil and winter plants such as evergreen branches or holly berries.
With these nature crafts, you can create beautiful and unique decorations while spending time with your family and enjoying the beauty of winter.
