The Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture department has put together a family activity that might be just what you're looking for. Venture out to one of Arlington's numerous public parks to gather pine cones—nature's small craft gem—for a simple DIY reindeer ornament.
The process is claimed to be effortless and still allows you to keep some cash in your wallet. According to a recent post on Arlington Parks, Recreation & Culture's website, the materials needed for this craft are likely already lying around your house or waiting to be found in a park. You'll be using everyday items like twigs, pompoms, and a bit of felt to turn ordinary pine cones into festive adornments.
The process to create the Reindeer Pine Cone Ornament is laid out in a step-by-step fashion: from cutting out ears from brown felt all the way to hanging the finished ornament on the tree. As per the city's direction, a hot glue gun helps affix googly eyes, antler-twigs, and a cute red pompom to your pine cone. And for those worried about the complexity of the task—fret not, the guide provides a couple of handy tips to make the gluing process easier. Creativity is encouraged, and variations are welcomed; the city even suggests checking out Pinterest for additional inspiration.
