11 Ways to Get Crafty With Seashells
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If your family ever spends warm days lounging on the beach, then chances are you collected quite a few shells during your vairous visits. As much as we want to clear the clutter and toss them out, our kids beg to keep them around "just a little longer." Instead of arguing, why not compromise and use the seashells in a craft project or two? Check out 11 ways to turn your Summertime treasures into yearlong works of art. Sources: Alphamom, Beach Comber, and Let's Do Something Crafty
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Colorful Collection
Since many of these projects require painted shells, we suggest trying this paintbrush-free method from Rainy Day Mum. Source: Rainy Day Mum
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Cutest Crab
If your tots didn't get a chance to hunt for crabs this season, they can still get in on the crustacean fun, thanks to Kleas Typepad. Source: Kleas Typepad
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Underwater Mosaic
Gather the shells, sea glass, and any other beach finds to make Alpha Mom's Summer-themed tiles. Source: Alphamom
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Shell-Covered Letter
Make your child's room feel like paradise with an ocean-inspired monogram. All you need is a wooden letter, some shells, and a hot glue gun. Source: Beach Comber
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A Turtle's Home
This pet project from the Chirping Moms is one step up from the Pet Rock. Source: The Chirping Moms
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Shelly Accessories
Your daughter will feel like a real beach beauty after creating Polka Dot Chair's headband, earrings, and more! Source: Polka Dot Chair
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Beach Bums
Trade the swimsuit-clad Barbie for these Summer dolls from Let's Do Something Crafty. Source: Let's Do Something Crafty
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Sea Imprints
Clear some of the clutter by making the Imagination Tree's shell fossils and tossing out the real ones. Source: The Imagination Tree
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School of Fish
With a little help from Crafts by Amanda, your child can create an entire ocean. Source: Crafts by Amanda
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Mirror, Mirror
Add a little fun to their morning routine with Crazy Little Projects' seashell mirror. Source: Crazy Little Projects
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Beach Love
Let your little ones show off their love for all things Summer with Hoppin' Up's shell-filled hearts. Source: Hoppin' Up