arts and crafts

Every year we take our 2 grandchildren down to the beach for a summer vacation. It's a family tradition that started after they were born. Every time I see them or talk to them on the phone we always says "Love You to the Beach and Back". It's such a cute way to show affection and love towards one … [Read more...] about Love You to the Beach and Back Painted Clam Shells Seashells

Take a walk on the wild side with these hand-painted Safari Animal seashells! You can make several painted shells in just one afternoon! The designs are easy enough for a beginner to do. You don't have to be a professional artist to make them! Don't have access to seashells? Don't worry, the same … [Read more...] about Take a Walk on the Wild Side – Hand Painted Safari Animal Seashells

Looking for a beautiful door stop for your coastal beach style home? If so, my craft project today is perfect for you! You can complete this project in one afternoon. You can leave the Whelk shell naturally or paint and decorate it to your heart's content. I have 3 of them throughout my coastal home … [Read more...] about Decorated Whelk Shell Door Stops are Perfect for a Coastal Home

Last month I needed to come up with a unique party favor for my nephew's birthday party. The theme of the birthday party was racing cars which he loves! I decided to do a mixed media craft project using large 4" and 5" wide clam seashells that I collected from the beach along with diecast metal cars … [Read more...] about Painted Clam Seashells with Diecast Metal Cars Boy’s Birthday Party Favors

Hosting a party with a fun summertime beach theme? Looking for unique party favors and table decorations? If so, we've got the perfect craft project for you today! These clam shells aka seashells were decorated with  a combination of acrylic craft paint and rub-on transfers. All 4 were made in just … [Read more...] about Painted Beach Themed Seashell Party Favors

Love dogs or know someone who does? Looking for something handcrafted and unique to give to that dog lover in your life? These hand painted clam shells seashells make the perfect gift for anyone on your list! They can be used a decorative art accents in the home, as a paper weight on a desk or place … [Read more...] about 4 Dog Lovers Painted Clam Shell Seashell Designs

Next weekend I'm hosting a fun backyard pool party for a few family members and friends. My decorating theme is summer items like flip flops, sunglasses, sun hats, pool towels, swim floats, etc. I needed a few table decorations to help set the mood so I whipped up these fun Summer Flip Flops themed … [Read more...] about Summer Flip Flops Painted and Decorated Clam Shells Party Favors

During the summer season I enjoy decorating my home with seashells. They're easy to incorporate in just about any home decor style. If you don't decorate for the summer season throughout your home...you can add just a few accents in a bathroom or place them outside on your front porch, back deck or … [Read more...] about 10 Hand Painted Beach Themed Seashells for Summer