I have been kicking these around for long time thinking about turning, I have to thank those that have posted here Laurie Sullivian, Brokenbit, and also Curtis Seebeck (used some of his cactus ideas to make these. They turned out great according to LOML and family
I believe they are loblolly because the cones are not that big, I have had others say they have pine cones that are larger than the ones I have on my land. emtmike when I get a chance I will put together a how too, it is probably going to mirror what others have done with corn cobs, and cactus but if there is still interest in the way I did this will be glad to share
thanks for all the comments[]