Instructions: Soak pinecones in any of the following solutions. When the pinecones are thrown in the fireplace fire, they will burn different colors:

1/2 lb. soda to 1/2 gallon water

1/2 lb. borax to 1/2 gallon water

1/2 lb. salt to 1/2 gallon water

After soaking pinecones in any of the above solutions overnight, remove from solution and place in mesh bags to dry thoroughly.

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