Paper Pinecones for your Christmas Tree or Wreath

Saturday, December 5, 2026
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Kathy Parulski and Beth Malley

Learn how to make paper pinecone Christmas ornaments, both small and large, using two methods – scrapbook paper and straight pins for the small pinecone, paper and glue for the larger pinecone. You will leave with two pinecones for your decorating pleasure. You will also learn how to decorate and make a hanger using ribbon. Paper art is so cute and fun to make! These are an easy paper Christmas craft! The Christmas Tree in the Gallery last year had plenty of paper ornaments. The larger pinecone was last year’s new addition!

This retreat is sponsored by The Monastery Gallery of Art.

Offering: $75, includes lunch and supplies

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Presenter Profiles

Kathy Parulski

Kathy Parulski, co-curator of the Monastery Gallery of Art, excels as both a master bookbinder and book artist. She is a certified Zentangle teacher and a former newspaper publisher. Kathy also holds a graduate certificate in Women’s Spirituality from the Women’s Leadership Institute at Hartford Seminary.

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Beth Malley

Beth Malley, co-curator of the Monastery Gallery of Art, is a certified Zentangle teacher dedicated to nurturing others’ artistic and creative gifts. Additionally, she serves as a docent at the Wadsworth Atheneum and hosts the Prayer Shawl Ministry at Holy Family.

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