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seashells are nature’s treasures, and they’re so much fun to use in crafts and projects.
Seashell Beach-themed crafts for kids
Seashell Suncatchers
Sun catchers are a beautiful way to bring a touch of the beach into your home. To make a seashell sun catcher, you’ll need:
Materials
- Seashells of various sizes
- Twine
- Ribbon
Steps
- Arrange the seashells to a design of your choice.
- String the seashells onto the cord
- Tie a knot at both end of the cord
- Attach a ribbon to the top of the sun catcher for hanging.
Seashell Bracelets
Bracelet are a beautiful way to adorn your self, and you can gift one to a friend. To make a seashell bracelet, you’ll need:
Materials
- Elastic cord
- Seashells
- Beads (optional)
- Clasp
Steps
- Cut a piece of elastic cord to the desired length.
- Tie a knot at one end of the cord.
- String the seashells onto the cord
- Adding beads between the shells if desired.
- Tie a knot at the other end of the cord.
- Attach a clasp to the bracelet.
Seashell Picture / frame
Seashell pictures are a great way to create a personalized piece of artwork. To make a seashell picture, you’ll need:
Materials
- Canvas or cardboard or frame
- Seashells
- Mod Podge
- Paintbrush
- Glue gun (optional)
Steps
- Paint the canvas or cardboard with a base color.
- Arrange the seashells on the canvas or cardboard in a design of your choice.
- Apply a layer of Mod Podge to the back of the seashells.
- Carefully place the seashells onto the canvas or cardboard, ensuring they are firmly adhered.
- Use a glue gun to secure any particularly large or heavy seashells.Apply another layer of Mod Podge over the top of the seashells.
- Allow the Mod Podge to dry completely.
Seashell Coasters
Seashell coasters are a practical and stylish addition to any table. To make seashell coasters, you’ll need:
Materials
- Cork coasters
- Seashells
- Mod Podge
- Paintbrush
Steps
- Clean the cork coasters thoroughly.
- Arrange the seashells on the coasters in a design of your choice.
- Apply a layer of Mod Podge to the back of the seashells.
- Carefully place the seashells onto the coasters, ensuring they are firmly adhered.
- Apply another layer of Mod Podge over the top of the seashells.
- Allow the Mod Podge to dry completely.
Benefits of Beach-themed crafts for kids
In addition to being fun and creative, Beach-themed crafts for kids offer several benefits for children, including:
- Fine motor skills: Crafting with seashells helps children develop fine motor skills, which are essential for writing, drawing, and other daily activities.
- Creativity: Seashell crafts encourage children to be creative and express themselves in unique ways.
- Patience and focus: Crafting can help children develop patience and focus.
- Problem-solving: Seashell crafts can challenge children to think creatively and solve problems.
Tips for finding and collecting seashells
Finding seashells for Beach-themed crafts for kids is often a matter of being on the beach at the right time. The best time, in general, is about an hour before or after low tide. High tide will bring those beautiful shells inland. As the tide recedes, you’ll be able to see the treasures the tide left behind. And if the tides are low early in the morning, this is even better! This is great for families, as little kids are often up early, and it’s a great excuse to get out of the house right away! We like to have breakfast on the beach in the morning, before the crowds arrive and we have the place to ourselves.
Shelling is especially good after strong winds or storms. Low spring tides during full moon or new moon periods can also bring in great shells. Here in Florida, any strong tides or Gulf storms can also bring plentiful shells to the Gulf area beaches. Most of the time, the best sea shells are found in or below the wrack line (where the debris can be found from the high tide the night before). If you venture up too high, you may find older sun-bleached shells (which can be beautiful). But, the bright colorful newer shells that just washed up the night before will be down closer to the waterline.
Fun Facts About Seashells for Kids
- Seashells are the homes of tiny animals called mollusks.
- Mollusks use their shells for protection and support.
- Seashells come in all shapes, sizes, and colors.
- Some seashells are very rare and valuable.
- You can find seashells on beaches all over the world.
Beach-themed crafts for kids are a fantastic way to spend quality time with your children while exploring the wonders of the beach. These activities are not only fun but also educational, providing children with opportunities to develop important skills. So, the next time you’re at the beach, be sure to gather some seashells and start creating!
At Bloomfield Kids Arts & Crafts Studio, we offer a wide range of art activities designed to spark your child’s imagination and inspire their creativity. Here are just a few examples:
- Painting and Drawing: Explore different mediums like acrylics, watercolors, and pastels. Experiment with various techniques and styles.
- Clay Sculpting: Shape and mold clay into unique creations. Discover the tactile experience of working with this versatile material.
- Mixed Media Projects: Combine various art forms to create one-of-a-kind pieces. Explore the possibilities of collage, printmaking, and more.
- Nature-Inspired Art: Connect with the natural world through art. Collect leaves, flowers, and other materials to create beautiful and meaningful pieces
