Sparkly Sea Shell Ornament

Collecting seashells is a fun way to remember your times at the beach, but it's hard to figure out what to do with those lovely shells once you return. This Sparkly Sea Shell Ornament is a homemade Christmas ornament that will put those pretty little souvenirs to good use. Whether you want to remember a fun vacation or if you live on the shoreline, this pretty ornament is a unique way to decorate the tree. DIY glass ornaments are easy to decorate, and you will have a blast reliving sea life with this Sparkly Sea Shell Ornament.

Primary TechniqueGeneral Crafts

Beginner

SeasonWinter

Materials:

FolkArt ® Extreme Glitter™ - Turquoise, 5 oz.
Glass ball ornament - Clear
Sea shells
White string or old shoelace
Used pearls
Paint brush
Hot glue gun

Instructions:

Paint ornament with one coat of Turquoise Extreme Glitter. Let dry.
Paint small seashells with Turquoise Extreme Glitter. Let dry.
Take a handful of seashells and place into a washcloth. Cover them and take a hammer and break the shells into small pieces. Put the shell pieces into the glass bulb and hot glue the lid into place.
Take four white clam shells and hot glue to the top of the bulb.
Take four small clam shells and paint them with Turquoise Extreme Glitter. Hot glue them onto the larger shells.
Keep gluing shells to the top of the ornament until the lid is covered.
Take white string and make knots throughout the entire length. Tie to the top of the lid to hang from the tree. Use 4 string streamers to hang down the bulb.
Take recycled pearls and embellish around the shells.

Celebrate With More Christmas Craft Ideas

Are you looking for more fun and creative Christmas craft ideas? Look no further! Here are three festive projects that are perfect for someone who enjoyed making the Sparkly Sea Shell Ornament:

1. Snow Globe Terrarium: Create your own winter wonderland with a DIY snow globe terrarium. Simply gather a small glass jar, fake snow, miniature figurines, and small evergreen branches. Place all the elements inside the jar and seal it with a lid. Shake it up and watch the snow fall on your miniature scene. This whimsical decoration is sure to delight family and friends.

2. Pine Cone Christmas Tree: Embrace the natural beauty of the outdoors with a pine cone Christmas tree. Gather various sizes of pine cones and hot glue them in a tree shape on a small cardboard or wooden base. Decorate the tree with colorful pom poms, beads, or small ornaments. This charming decoration is perfect for adding a rustic touch to your holiday decor.

3. Handmade Paper Snowflakes: Get crafty with paper by making your own handmade snowflakes. Simply fold a piece of paper into a triangle and cut out different shapes and patterns along the edges. Unfold the paper to reveal a beautiful snowflake design. Hang your paper snowflakes on the tree or string them together to create a festive garland. This classic craft is a fun and timeless way to add a touch of winter wonder to your home.

We hope these Christmas craft ideas inspire you to get crafty and add some handmade charm to your holiday decorations. Happy crafting!