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Removing Thorns from Pinecones?

Is there an easy way to remove the thorns from pine cones so children will not hurt themselves while making crafts?

By Rachel from MS

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November 22, 20091 found this helpful

I am not sure what you're talking about 'thorns' on a pinecone. I've never seen thorns on a pinecone but if you mean the tips of each layer/leaf then just trim them off with sharp scissors.

 
September 26, 20160 found this helpful

Pinecones definitely can have thorns! Picked this one today!

 
September 26, 20160 found this helpful

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November 18, 20201 found this helpful

I have discovered that it is easiest to remove the thorns needles from the pine cones with a large pair of finger nail clippers! I sit with a box in front of me and clip them off while watching tv.

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Its better to bake them first so you dont end up with a spider crawling up your arm!! Personal experience talking here! Good luck with your crafts!

 
November 22, 20090 found this helpful

I guess there are many types of pine or conifer cones, So not sure if your cones are tightly held together or loose and fall apart, but could you scrape them on rough cement to knock the spikes off?

 
November 23, 20090 found this helpful

You could pick up a few garden gloves for the kids or file/trim down the sharp edges.

 
December 12, 20190 found this helpful

I had to trim 20 for a children's craft. I used cuticle scissors, very effective!

 

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