This Patriotic Seashell craft was provided by Joanne Scott a nurse from Culpepper, Virginia who loves to hunt for seashells rain or shine. What a great way to celebrate summer and our patriotic holidays…searching the seashore for the perfect shells for your patriotic display. Whether you are adding to your collection or creating a gift for a family member or friend, these seashells will have a favorite spot all year round.

Trivia:

Altho there are some species with shells that are always left opening, nine out of 10 shells open to the right. Because of their rarity, “shell collectors go crazy” for left opening specimens. Source: Mental Floss –  8 Fascinating Facts About Seashells

Supplies

• Acrylic Paints: Red, White and Blue
• Brushes
• Clear Spray

Instructions

1. Search the beaches for shells of all shapes and sizes.
2. Clean well to get all the sand and grit off and let dry completely.
3. Brush on red white and blue colors of your own creation or use these as a model.
4. Let dry and spray with clear spray to preserve.