So today I'm sharing our adorable pinecone owls. They're sweet and wooly and the perfect cozy craft for fall! You also probably have all the materials needed right at home. (And in case you're looking for some fun owl books, I've also included a list of our favorite owl books down below too!)
How to Make Cozy Pinecone Owls with kids
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In case you're just here for the owl booklist, here are our favorite owl books!
Our Favorite Owl Books:
- Owl Diaries
- Owl Moon
- Peek-A-Who?
- Owl Babies
- Little Owl's Day
- Sam and the Firefly
- I'm Not Scared
- Little Owl Lost
Owl Craft Materials Needed:
- Pinecones (We found that larger ones worked better because the thicker yarn fit better between the scales.)
- Felt
- Hot Glue Gun + Sticks
- Scissors (We use fabric scissors)
- Pom Poms
- Googly Eyes
- Thick Yarn (Don't have thick yarn? Then just glue felt directly onto the pinecones. If you're looking for some exquisite inspiration, check out these felt owls from Lia Griffith. They're gorgeous.)
How to Make Wooly Pinecone Owls with Kids
Step 1
Starting from the bottom of your pinecone, hot glue thick yarn between the scales.
(Note: As you can see, it was harder to fit the thick yarn between the smaller pinecone scales. I definitely recommend larger ones for this project.)
Step 2
Cut out wings, beak, and eyes from felt. Glue on googly eyes to the felt.
Step 3
Hot glue on felt pieces. Add on pom poms as you see fit!
(My youngest thought it was a "hoot" gluing pom-pom ears onto his owl. )
That's it! You're all set with some lovely owls to decorate your home for fall.
More Kids Owl Crafts:
Happy creating, friends!
