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    irishcatnipgirl Posts: 9, Reputation: 2
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    Oct 19, 2009, 05:24 AM
    Cleaning Pine Cones-Crafts
    Anyone know how to make sure pine cones are clean for a wedding reception centerpiece??
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    Oct 19, 2009, 05:51 AM

    You rinse them off and let them dry on paper towels. How dirty can they be if you know where you gathered them ?

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    Oct 19, 2009, 07:19 AM
    Just wondering if they'd have bugs in them that would crawl out onto the tables! LOL
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    Oct 19, 2009, 08:59 AM
    Maybe for the bug issue, you could bake them low 200' for a time, so if there are any bugs, they would be dead and unable to crawl.
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    Oct 19, 2009, 10:02 AM

    I have never seen bugs in pine cones. I think the pine syrup keeps them away.

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    Oct 19, 2009, 11:26 AM

    Thank you all so much for your answers. I did find some info on the Internet as well. Thanks!!
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    Oct 22, 2009, 09:44 PM

    You can soak them in bleach water, they will shrink up, but as they dry they open up again. I soaked them before when I made wreaths for the chruch. Its easier to put them on the wreath rings.
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    Oct 23, 2009, 06:06 PM

    I would soak them in soapy water with a small amount of bleach. Rinse thoroughly, then let them dry thoroughly and brush on some Mod Podge. This acts as a sealant and gives the cones some luster and enhances the color of the cone. You can find Mod Podge in any craft store.

    I would choose the high gloss but there is a mat one also. When first brushed on, it will appear milky but dries clear. Click below to check out what Mod Podge is.

    Click Here: Mod Podge, Glue & Decoupage Products from Plaid Enterprises

    Now go have some fun!:D:rolleyes::p!!!
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    Oct 27, 2009, 06:11 PM

    Instead of brushing on stuff, I used spary sealer. Its a lot faster, easier. There is hi,semi,and matte glosss to choose from.
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