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One of the greatest things about knowing how to sew is that it allows you to create garments that suit your body and style. Another awesome thing is that you get to choose the fabric you want your garment to be made from. Experimenting with …
Let’s face it…the cost of everything has gone up and that includes arts and craft supplies. Over the past 4 years or so, I’ve seen some of my favorite products double in price. Inflation and supply-chain issues have caused most of it, but not all …
Two weeks ago I sat down and hand-painted some Valentine’s Day themed seashells for my granddaughter’s upcoming Valentine’s Day party. She wanted to use them as part of the table decor and party favors. In addition, she requested that I make them in non-traditional Valentine’s Day colors. You of course…can do pink, white, red and lavender colors.
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To make these adorable hand-paintes seashells you’ll need smaller sized clam shells, scallop shells and oyster shells. We collected them from a local beach. Washed them in warm soapy water using Dawn Liquid Dish Soap and then left them to air dry overnight. Why Dawn? It does the best job at removing sand, debris and stinky fishy odors!!!
Each seashell was base coated in 2 coats of rose gold metallic acrylic craft paint. You’ll need to allow 45 minutes of drying time between each coat. Once the paint is dry…time to decorate them!
Keep things easy by using BETEM Acrylic Paint Markers and Tooli-Art Acrylic Paint Markers. Sketch on the letters using a pencil. Use one of the BETEM Acrylic Paint Markers to color in each letter. Once dry, use white or black Tooli-Art Fine Tip Acrylic Paint Markers to add the design doodle and to outline each of the letters. Let dry for several hours until the paint is no longer tacky.
Finishing things up. You need to brush-on 1-2 light coats of Clear Mod Podge Sealer with a Glossy Finish. If desired, you can sprinkle on some fine gold metallic glitter to add some pizzazz to the design. We made some with and without the added glitter. Let them dry overnight.
Personalization – If you want to add a name, date or a little message you can write that on the other side of the shell.
If you enjoy painting on seashells or crafting with seashells…you’ll find over 150+ seashell craft projects right here on the Two Classy Chics blog! We will be sharing more seashell craft projects in the future too!
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I enjoy making all kinds of different crafts…from pieces that I display in our front yard to items that become home decor. Jewelry, Christmas Ornaments, Yard & Garden Art, Coastal Beach Crafts, Keychains & Purse Charms, Quilting & Sewing are just a few of the …
There’s something magical about candles that goes beyond their warm glow. A uniquely shaped candle can transform any space, making it a personal expression of creativity. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a seasoned candle maker, the desire to craft visually striking, one-of-a-kind candles is a …
When it comes to fall decorating I like to whip up a few new autumn inspired craft projects every year. When it comes to crafting, I like quick and easy projects that don’t cost a lot of money. These hand painted Jack-o-Lantern Pumpkins are adorable! The designs were painted onto clam shells collected from the beach. If you don’t have access to clam shells, you can paint the designs onto smooth river rocks.
If you enjoy painting on seashells or crafting with seashells…you’ll find over 150+ seashell craft projects right here on the Two Classy Chics blog! We will be sharing more seashell craft projects in the future too!
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You always want to wash your seashells in warm, soapy water using Dawn Liquid Dish Soap. It’s the best for removing sand, debris and fishy odors. Rinse with clean water and air dry overnight. They need to be completely dry before painting on them. For this project we used 3″ to 5″ wide shells.
Base coat all of the seashells with 2 coats of orange acrylic craft paint. Allow for 30-45 minutes of drying time between the 2 coats. It’s dry when it’s no longer tacky. If you want to speed up the drying time…place them in front of a desk fan set at medium speed for about 15-20 minutes. I love using a wireless desk fan to speed up that drying time!
All of the facial features and design work was made by using paint markers. I use and highly recommend BETEM Acrylic Paint Markers. They have dual-ended tips (medium and fine), require no priming, no drippy messes, no clogged tips, no foul paint odors and they dry quickly. I also find that the paint doesn’t smear once I put sealer on top. HIGHLY and I mean HIGHLY recommend them! Plus, they’re affordable. You can buy them from Amazon.
Use the BETEM Paint Markers to add all of the facial features, the green pumpkin stem, etc. I like to use the medium-tip for coloring in and the the fine-tip for doing the outlining and detailed work. Let the paint dry for a little bit. Even though it’s dry in 10-15 minutes, I like to let them sit for 1-2 hours to allow all of the paint to cure.
Protect your beautifully painted seashells by brushing on 1-2 light coats of Clear Mod Podge Sealer. I like using the glossy finish, but matte finish will work too. This will help protect the paint from chipping, cracking or discoloring. Plus, you’ll be able to display them inside or outside of your home.
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Painting seashells is such a fun and relaxing hobby. I enjoy sitting down and letting my creativity flow. This arts and crafts project is inexpensive to make! You only need a few basic supplies to make them. If you don’t have access to clam shells …
Gorilla Clear Glue is my must-have glue in my crafter’s toolbox. I use it several times a week! It will work on wood, glass, ceramic, metal, seashells, rocks, etc. It can be used inside or outside of the home. The formula makes it heat and …