Pine Cone Animals

Pine cones have enjoyed a long and storied history as craft items. From adorning wreaths to becoming the base for outdoor animal feeders featuring peanut butter and birdseed, pine cones can’t be beat when it comes to fall crafting. Austin Public Library invites youth to become inspired by these humble objets trouvés and create animals using them and felt. Do you see turkey feathers in those brown scales, or maybe a furry friend like a squirrel? Maybe the scales even inspire thoughts of fish. APL brings forest critter templates and all the supplies, you just bring creativity! – Kat McNevins