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Creative Uses for Shells

Bring the surf onto your turf this summer with a few new ideas for decorating with shells and other seaworthy objects

Creative Uses for Shells
Jose Picayo
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Showcase the life aquatic in plastic cubes. Just pop in a few of your favorite beach finds and change the display around as the mood strikes you. This mini gallery will keep sea treasures free of dust and give them a safe harbor, away from children’s hands.

Tip: To avoid stripping the beach of natural elements, buy legally harvested shells and artificial coral from www.seashellworld.com and www.jamaligarden.com.


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