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Gnomes are one of the hottest decorating accents in home decor. Every time I walk into a department store or discount store I see Gnomes everywhere! I see them on throw pillows, wall art, kitchen towels, bath linens, figural candles, painted onto the side of lanterns and all sorts of things! I have … [Read more...] about Easy to Make Painted Gnome Clam Shells Seashells

Heading to the beach this summer for vacation? Live there or have seashells lying around? If so, here's an easy arts and crafts project that you can make. You'll need 4" to 5" wide clam shells and then several smaller 1/2" to 2" wide seashells to make this project along with acrylic craft paint. All … [Read more...] about Beach Vacation Memories – Easy Painted Clam Seashells

Popsicles are a classic during the summertime and come in oodles of different flavors. Don't get me wrong, they're enjoyed year-round but during those hot summer months...they're enjoyed by the millions. Today's craft project honors those delicious popsicle treats. This is one of the easiest … [Read more...] about Hand Painted Popsicle Themed Clam Shells Seashell Designs

Got a fisherman in your life? Just love fish and aquariums? If so, I think you'll appreciate these colorful hand-painted fish designs complete with funny sayings. All you'll need for this easy art project are 4" to 5" wide clam shells (seashells), acrylic craft paint and a few other basic supplies. … [Read more...] about Fish with Funny Sayings Painted Clam Shells Seashells

The July 4th holiday is just around the corner. This year we're hosting a little backyard barbecue and pool party for several family and friends. I needed to set the atmosphere for the party so I got busy painting a dozen of these adorable Patriotic themed seashells. The designs were all painted … [Read more...] about Painted Patriotic USA Flag Seashell Clam Shell Party Favors

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