Seashell Trinket Trays

These adorable seashell trinket trays are all over TikTok and Instagram right now, and they’re ideal for any level of crafter. Shells can be decoupaged with stylish napkins (as seen in this DIY seashell trinket tray by creator Bek Marsden) or painted with acrylics. A delicate, gilded edge is the perfect finishing touch. Use them to store jewelry, keys, or other small trinkets. 

Wall Art

You can find plenty of inspiration on using seashells to create interesting and personalized wall art. Display rows of collected seashells on a blank canvas for a minimalist yet chic look, use shells to create intricate mosaics, and fill up shadowboxes to showcase your meaningful beach finds. 

Mermaid Hair Brush

Here’s a hairbrush worth displaying. This simple yet stunning mermaid-inspired hairbrush by blogger and content creator Maxie Elise is crafted from a wooden brush, seashells, glue, and pearls. Arrange the shells on the brush in your desired layout, glue them down, and fill in the empty space with any other desired embellishments.

DIY Drawer Knobs

Attach seashells to your drawer knobs for a natural upgrade that only takes a few minutes. Wood knobs are best for this DIY (and lend well to the coastal theme), but you can also use whatever you have on hand. Secure the shells using glue or wire. Paint can add a fun pop of color if you so desire.

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Seashell Mirror 

Do you have a mirror that’s looking a little plain? Dress it up with some seashells and pearls: Not only does it look totally chic, but you can live out your mermaid dreams every time you do your makeup in it. 

Coastal Photo Frame

Give life to an old picture frame with some seashells for a charming, beachy look. Creator Kylie Katich used spackle to hold the seashells in place (which also gives it an earthy, textured appearance). You can also glue on beads, pearls, and other accessories to make this project your own.

Seashell Tea Lights

This adorable craft is perfect for your next crafternoon! Make it with wax flakes or by repurposing tea lights—whatever you have on hand. Secure a wick to the shell, pour the melted wax in, and add some decals if you wish as demonstrated by creator Felicia Heesen.

Decorated Planters

Give your favorite tropical plants a fitting upgrade by using seashells to decorate their pots. Heavy-duty glue should do the trick, or you can use cement or spackle to give the shells an inlaid look. We love this idea for both indoor and outdoor planters.

Wine Charms 

Looking for a fun way to add some coastal charm to your next dinner party? Seashell wine charms are easy to make with just a few supplies. All you’ll need are some metal hoops (make sure they can be easily opened to attach to the stem of a wine glass!), jump rings, and small shells. Attach them to the hoop using the jump rings and voila—simple and personalized wine charms your guests are sure to love.

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Shell Placecard Holders

Similarly, you can use seashells to make cut place card holders for your next dinner party or event. Two shells glued together can easily hold a place card between them, making this craft almost effortless to complete with just a few supplies.

Incense Holder

If you’re a fan of burning incense, this craft is for you. An empty seashell (or oyster shell) can double as a stylish incense holder. A dot of glue and a cleverly placed pearl bead holds the incense stick in place.

Fridge Magnets

Is your fridge looking a little boring? Seashell magnets are here to fix that. Plain magnets, seashells, and some hot glue are all you need for this elevated look. Leave the shell magnets plain or use paint, decoupaged napkins, and appliqués like jewels and pearls to make personalize them. 

Wind Chimes

If you’re craving the sound of the ocean, this beachy craft is for you! Seashell wind chimes will bring the sounds of the coast right to your door. String together some of your favorite seashells on twine or fishline, and hang the strands from a wooden dowel (for a more advanced DIY, drill some holes into a piece of driftwood) for a charming wind chime that’ll have you dreaming of the beach every time the wind blows.

Simple Soap Dish

Sometimes, the simplest DIYs are the most eye-catching. Simply take a large seashell, add some gold paint around the edge for a gilded look, and use it to hold a bar of soap in your powder room or ensuite bathroom. The finished look is coastal, whimsical, and best of all: easy and affordable.

Coastal Front Door Wreath

We love a DIY wreath for any occasion or season. Seashell wreaths are a fun and simple way to display your larger beach treasures: Shells, dried starfish, and sand dollars can be attached to a grapevine or floral foam wreath base using glue or wire. Finish the look using dried seaweed or moss to add texture and hide the rest of the wreath base.