This shimmery clam craft is full of surprises! I started with a simple shell template cut from scrap paper, then traced it onto a paper plate. Add a splash of paint, some marker details, and even a sprinkle of glitter if you like! I used a polystyrene ball for the pearl, but pom-poms, paper balls, or even cotton wool work great too. So easy, so fun — perfect for ocean-themed play or display! #craftideas #crafts #funcrafts #easycrafts #craft #crafting #preschoolactivities #kidscrafts #preschoolat

These DIY Seashell Trinket Dishes are one of my favorite summer beach crafts! I have 3 shell craft tutorials and they are all so fun to create on a rainy day or when needing a break from the sun. You can customize these with any napkin and it can become a special souvenir from your beach vacation. And even if you aren’t heading to the beach anytime soon, you can still make these! I found these shells online and used them for two different crafts. Be sure to check out my blog for the other two sh

DIY: How to use a clamp shell bead tip -Knot the thread and trim the excess. -Use a crimp at the end of the thread. Make sure to use the right size crimp so that it doesn't try to escape out the sides. -Bead tips are a great alternative to crimp covers and they already have a hole for jump rings or clasps for easy finishing. | Love Beads

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