Decorating with seashells is a beautiful way to bring the beach into your home. Whether you live by the coast or simply love beach vacations, seashell decor adds a touch of the ocean to your living space. Here are 14 easy DIY seashell decor craft ideas for any room, perfect for beach lovers and anyone looking to add a coastal style to their home.
1. DIY Seashell Decor Wreath
A seashell wreath looks really cute and it’s a great way to welcome guests. Start with a foam wreath form from your local craft store and gather your collection of shells, including large shells, smaller shells, and clam shells. Using a hot glue gun, attach the shells to the wreath form. For added flair, you can include sea glass and sand dollars. This DIY project is a fun way to display your favorite beach finds and makes a great gift too!
2. Seashell Picture Frames
Turn your favorite beach memories into beautiful home decor with seashell picture frames. Use basic supplies like a wooden frame, hot glue gun, and a variety of sea shells. Arrange the shells around the frame, securing them with glue. This is an easy craft that allows you to showcase your favorite photos with a coastal twist.
3. Seashell Wall Art
Create stunning seashell wall art using a canvas, acrylic paints, and a mix of ocean finds. Paint the canvas in different colors to resemble the sea and sky, then glue the shells in a creative way to form a unique design. This simple project adds a personal touch to your coastal decor and is one of our favorite projects for a living space or beach house.
4. Seashell Centerpieces
Add a coastal touch to your dining table with seashell centerpieces. This is one of my favorite craft projects and it’s super easy to do.
Fill a clear glass vase with a mix of small scallop, large shell, and sea glass. For a fancier display, include sand, fairy lights and candles.
5. Seashell Curtains
For a unique and creative way to use seashells into your home decor, consider making seashell curtains. Use fishing line to string together beautiful shells, then hang them in front of a window or doorway. The sunlight shining through the shells creates a lovely effect, adding a touch of coastal style to any room.
6. Seashell Mirrors
Transform a plain mirror into a stunning piece of coastal decor by decorating it with seashells. Using a hot glue gun, attach a variety of shells around the mirror’s frame.
This easy seashell craft is a great way to upcycle an old mirror and give it a fresh, beachy look.
7. DIY Seashell Decor Coasters
Protect your coffee table in style with DIY seashell coasters. Start with cork or wooden coasters from the dollar tree, then glue smaller shells and sea glass to the surface. Seal the coasters with a clear acrylic spray to ensure they last. These coasters are a simple project that adds a touch of the beach to your home and makes great gifts for fellow beach lovers.
8. Seashell Candle Holders
Create a relaxing beach vibe in your home with seashell candle holders. Use a large shell as the base and fill it with a small candle. For added stability, place the shell on a flat work surface and secure it with hot glue. This easy craft is perfect for adding a coastal touch to your bathroom or living space.
9. Seashell Wind Chimes
Add a touch of whimsy to your garden or porch with DIY seashell wind chimes. String together a variety of shells, sand dollars, and sea glass using fishing line. Attach the strings to a piece of driftwood or a wooden ring, and hang your wind chime in a breezy spot. This is a fun way to enjoy your collection of shells and create soothing sounds for your outdoor space.
10. Seashell Jewelry Dish
Keep your jewelry organized with a DIY seashell jewelry dish. Choose a large shell with a flat base, and decorate the inside with smaller shells and sea glass. Use a hot glue gun to secure the decorations.
This simple project is a beautiful way to display your jewelry and adds a coastal touch to your bedroom or bathroom.
11. DIY Seashell Decor Magnets
Bring a bit of the beach to your kitchen with DIY seashell magnets. Use smaller shells and a hot glue gun to attach magnets to the back. These easy seashell crafts are perfect for displaying photos or notes on your refrigerator and make great gifts for fellow beach lovers.
12. Seashell Planters
Add a coastal twist to your indoor garden with seashell planters. Use large shells as small pots for succulents or air plants. Fill the shells with soil or sand, and plant your greenery. This easy craft is a great way to combine your love for plants and the beach, creating a unique and beautiful display.
13. Seashell Key Holders
Keep your keys organized with a DIY seashell key holder. Start with a wooden board and paint it in a color that complements your coastal decor. Attach hooks to the board and decorate it with a variety of sea shells. This functional and beautiful craft is a great addition to your front door area.
14. DIY Seashell Graland/ Table Runner
Create a gorgeous table runner for your dining table with seashells and burlap. Lay a piece of burlap down the center of your table, and use a hot glue gun to attach shells, sea glass, and sand dollars in a beautiful pattern. This DIY project is an easy way to add a touch of the beach to your home decor and is perfect for special occasions or everyday use.
Incorporating seashells into your home decor is a creative way to bring the beach to you. With these 14 easy DIY seashell decor craft ideas, you can transform any room into a coastal paradise. Gather your basic supplies, follow these simple steps, and enjoy the beauty of the ocean in your living space.
