Things You'll Need:
- Seashells
- Funnels
- Glass Ornaments
- Glitter
- Sand
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Step 1
Purchase a clear glass ball ornament of any size you like. Be sure you are able to remove the top and the hook.
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Step 2
Collect small shells, pieces of seaweed, smooth beach glass and sand for your ornament.
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Step 3
Wash and thoroughly dry all the beach items you have collected.
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Step 4
Remove the top of the ornament carefully so that you do not break the glass.
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Step 5
Have a friend hold the ornament for you, or secure it in a small box with the opening at the top.
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Step 6
Pour sand into the ornament using a small funnel. Fill the ornament about a third of the way to the top.
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Step 7
Add shells, glass and other beach items that are small enough to fit through the ornament's opening.
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Step 8
Sprinkle in some glitter or some colored sand to give the ornament an eye-catching appearance. Blue and silver glitter work best.
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Step 9
Gently shake the ornament to mix the items together.
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Step 10
Observe the ornament and decide whether it needs more sand, shells, glitter or other items to make it perfect.
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Step 11
Replace the top of the ornament and test it to make sure it does not come off when the ornament hangs by the hook.
Comments
Anonymous said
on 11/22/2005 Too much sand will make the ornament heavy. If you're going to hang it, the hook and holder might not be able to support the weight.