If you’re looking for a unique fall decoration, consider making a DIY seashell wreath. This project is simple to do and requires only a few supplies. All you need are seashells, fishing line, a piece of wood, and some hot glue. Once you’ve gathered your supplies, it’s time to start assembling your wreath. First, tie the fishing line around each seashell so that it forms a loop. Then, add the loops to the wooden base so that they are centered. Finally, use hot glue to attach the loops to the base, creating a beautiful and unique seashell wreath!
We are finally getting beautiful weather in New England! I thought I would share this fun Seashell Wreath and Summer Mantel. Although we don’t live by the beach, it doesn’t mean we can’t decorate as if we do 😀 Also, when I think about Summer I think of going to the beach and collecting shells, searching for driftwood, starfish, etc. If you’ve visited OurCraftyMom before, you know how cheap thrifty I am! I am always looking for ways to duplicate high end items on a budget. I saw a beautiful seashell wreath at Pier One, but didn’t want to pay the price. As a crafter, I always think, I can totally make that! I will show you how easy and inexpensive it is:
Seashell Wreath & Summer Mantel
Supplies:
- Foam Wreath Base (Thrift Store $1)
- 4 bags of shells (Dollar Tree)
- Hot Glue Gun
- Scrap fabric of your choice
Directions:
- I used muslin fabric which is like a linen material. It’s basically to cover the wreath base, but you also want something that looks summery, as you will see it. Cut the fabric in strips. I actually don’t measure. If you just cut a small piece you can actually tear strips. It is much faster! See below:
- Just wrap the fabric strips around the wreath. I only use a dab of hot glue at the beginning and end of each strip. Once that is done, start hot glueing shells around the outside of the wreath working your way in. You can add as many layers as you like. I wanted the outside of the wreath to show the fabric so I only did 3 rows, but this is totally up to you:
- I then hung it with a thick piece of twine over the mantel:
- Because I already had the fabric and glue, this only cost $5 to make! My favorite new emoji is the happy dance lady 💃🏻! Of course I couldn’t just put this beautiful seashell wreath up and not update the mantel with Summer decor! Here is the finished Summer Mantel
- I love the starfish garland that I used last year. It just says Summer to me. On the left side, I have a rope handle hurricane filled with shells and beach glass along with an antique mason jar filled with shells
- On the right I added a couple of glass vessels with beach sand and stones.
- I love the beautiful blue Mercury glass votives that I picked up at Hobby Lobby last year for 50% off! The color is like beautiful sea glass. How great is this conch shell that I found at an antique shop.
- When I bought it, there was an air plant inside-which was so cool, but of course it died! Shows you what a great green thumb I have! I mean, how does an air plant die?? I figured a safe bet was to fill it with faux succulents, to give it a nice pop of color. I love it! For the hearth I changed out my pillow to this gorgeous Sunflower that you can find here.
The blue orb is a DIY project from embroidery hoops. You see that beautiful demijohn? You know how expensive they are? Well, the really cheap jugs of wine look just like one if you take the label off. The only problem is someone is going to have to drink all that wine 😜 In my opinion it is not great on its own, but it makes a great Sangria! Then you have a gorgeous bottle! I hope you enjoyed this post and will stop by to visit again. Have a blessed Memorial Day weekend!
The wreath is such a beautiful decoration for any home and it can also be used in your mantel. The hairstyle of the seashell wreath will add elegance to your mantel while its sweet aroma on the other hand will make you reminisce about sunny summer days. In case you are looking for more inspirations, then check out our articles on how to create a rustic seashell wreath as well as how to put together a beach themed space.
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