14 Creative Things To Do With Sea Glass
Creative Things To Do With Sea Glass
Welcome, everyone! Now’s the time to put that giant jar of sea glass to use by taking a close look at this list of 14 Creative Things To Do With Sea Glass.
You’ll enter a brand new world of colorful, imperfect, and timeless designs that will show you how to create imaginative yet green crafts.
They’ll make great gifts and will also be perfect for showing off your sense of pride in recycling!
First, on our list of ways to use sea glass, there’s elegant wall decor!
You can create a beautiful wall hanging in your shape of choice — be it a heart, a turtle, a flower, a coffee cup, etc. — and it’ll show you just how fun it is to give life to a few pieces of glass.
You can also try your hand at practical decor by trying out a catch-all bowl or a tea light candle holder.
These are fun, truly unique gifts, too, since you make them with your own hands!
Plus, you can make every single one different and have a deliberately mismatched set!
Wear your sea glass by putting it on a necklace, a bracelet, or a ring.
You can use one piece or string a few together for an eclectic combination.
For outside decor, make a windchime or even a garden decoration where you bring the beach and your garden together in one theme.
No matter what you were originally looking for, there is a fun, and exciting little sea glass project to work on that will help you give these beach finds a brand new life.
It’s perfect for bringing your beach adventure home with you, too.
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View All The Sea Glass Crafts Below
If you love what you see, you’ll want to scroll down below and take a look at all 14 creative projects to help you really get a feel for what you’d like to work on.
Since they’re all unique, you’re sure to find a lot of different choices waiting for you here.
These crafts are simple, fun, creative, and perfect for green living.
They’re also great for newbies and experienced crafters since the instructions are detailed and designed for those at all skill levels.
All you have to do is choose the craft you most want to try and then click on the link in the description.
You’ll be able to get to work on the pattern with no need to log in or sign up. Just grab your supplies and get to work!
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Sea Glass Turtle Canvas
Bring the beach to your home with this adorable sea glass turtle canvas. A beautiful piece of art that can add a touch of coastal charm to your home.
Designer: Kristina of My Florida Life
Materials Used:
- A canvas of any size
- Paint for background
- Sand
- Mod Podge
- a Paintbrush for paint
- Paint brush or foam brush for Mod Podge
- Shell for Turtle’s body
- Sea Glass for legs and head of Turtle
- Clear sealant spray
- Glitter
- Glue
- Sawtooth hanger
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
DIY Sea Glass Bowl
Transform your sea glass into functional decor with this DIY sea glass bowl. Perfect for holding small items and adding a beachy touch to your home.
Designer: Debi of Debi’s Design Diary
Materials Used:
- Sea Glass
- Glue
- Plastic Wrap
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Video
Sea Glass Candle
Elevate your coastal decor with this sea glass candle or make one for your friend.
Designer: Tanya Anderson of Lovely Greens
Materials Used:
- Sea glass
- marbles
- aquarium glass
- colored craft glass
- Two glasses, or clear jars
- One small enough to fit inside the other
- A tea light candle
Completion Time: 10 minutes
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
DIY Sea Glass Bracelet + Earrings
Handmade with love, these DIY sea glass bracelets and earrings are the perfect accessory for beach lovers.
Designer: Stephanie Gerber through The Sweetest Occasion Materials Used:
- Sea glass mosaic pieces
- E-6000 glue
- Silver chain (about 6 inches per bracelet)
- 6 small silver jump rings per bracelet
- 1 lobster clasp per bracelet
- Jewelry pliers
- Stud backs or French wire hooks for earrings
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Garden Ornament
Enhance your outdoor living space with the beauty of this sparkling sea glass garden ornament. Place this in your favorite pot or spot in the landscape to add a touch of coastal charm.
Designer: Patti Estep of Heart and Vine
Materials Used:
- An empty tin can lids
- Sea Glass
- E-6000
- Black Spray Paint
- Sign Post
Completion Time: 1 day and 1 hour
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Beach Glass Framed Art – DIY Project
Create your own beautiful home decor with this beach glass framed art. Perfect for a beach lover or to give as a gift to someone special.
Designer: Christabell Pinchin of Christabell Nails
Materials Used:
- Shadow Box Frame
- Canvas
- Matt
- Nail Polish or Paint
- Glue
- Tape
- Art Brush
- Beach/Sea Glass, and Other elements
- Consider other elements you could use like lace
- rocks
- buttons, etc.
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Picture in Five Easy Steps
Bring the beauty of the sea into your home with this DIY sea glass picture in five easy steps. This easy project allows you to create a beautiful piece of art using sea glass and is a great way to display your collection and show it to family and friends.
Designer: Heather Fegan of The Heather Chronicles
Materials Used:
- Sea glass
- Picture frame
- Card stock trimmed to fit your frame
- Glue
- Optional: Matting will add a professional touch to your artwork, Marker or pen for additional markings, Pebbles, or small twigs if you want to add other natural elements to your artwork
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
DIY Sea Glass Art Monogram
This DIY sea glass art monogram project will add a personalized touch to your coastal decor. Hang it in any room or give it as a thoughtful and unique gift to someone special
Designer: Angie of The Country Chic Cottage
Materials Used:
- Sea glass
- Shadowbox
- Pencil
- Ruler
- Hot glue gun
- Hot glue sticks
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Ring With Bezel Setting
Create a stunning piece of jewelry with this DIY sea glass ring with bezel setting. A perfect way to preserve a special piece of sea glass and wear it as a lasting keepsake.
Designer: Unspecified through Kernowraft
Materials Used:
- Sterling silver sheet
- Sterling silver round wire in your preferred thickness
- Ring size chart
- ruler & calculator
- Bench peg & anvil
- Saw frame
- saw blades & beeswax
- Flat file
- Ring mandrel with sizes
- Pliers
- Flux
- Hard solder
- Gas torch
- Soldering block
- Tweezers
- Safety pickle
- Quench bowl & water
- Mallet
- Wet and dry sanding sheets
- Polishing papers
- power tool (such as Dremel 4000 Multi Tool) with silicone burrs or barrelling machine
- Reverse action tweezers
- Third hand
- Pusher
- Burnisher
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
DIY Sea Glass Window Art
Brighten up your windows with this DIY sea glass window art project. It’s a great way to bring the beauty of the sea inside and make your own personalized window decor.
Designer: Jodi House of The House House
Materials Used:
- Sea Glass
- these Mosaic Tiles
- This 11×14 Float Frame from Michaels
- Glue Gun or this E3000 Glue would do the trick
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Wall Art
Create a stunning and unique piece of art with this DIY sea glass wall art project. This easy project allows you to be creative and enjoy the natural shapes and colors of the sea glass
Designer: Zoe of Creative In Chicago
Materials Used:
- Sea Glass
- Frame
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Wind Chimes
Bring the soothing sound of the sea to your home with these DIY sea glass wind chimes. Made with found or purchased sea glass, these chimes are easy to make and customize to your own personal taste.
Designer: Katie Adams of The Crafty Blog Stalker
Materials Used:
- Sea Glass (about 2 lbs with a good assortment of sizes)
- Wood Stick (12 inches long)
- Rope
- E6000 Glue
- Clear Fishing Line or Beading Line
- Transparent Tape
- Scissors
- Printable Template
- Drill (optional)
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
Sea Glass Wire Wrap Tutorial
This sea glass wire wrap tutorial will help you bring out your artistic side. Using a few budget-friendly materials you can easily create your gorgeous jewelry.
Designer: Meg Carter of Beach Combing
Materials Used:
- Sea glass – triangular pieces are the easiest shape to learn with
- Wire – to start
- you may want to use craft wire
- any size between 24 and 18 gauge will work
- The higher the gauge
- the thinner the wire
- 21 gauge is used in these images
- Wire cutters
- Smooth
- flat-nose pliers
- Smooth, round-nose pliers
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
DIY Sea Glass Heart
Make a stunning and meaningful decoration with this DIY sea glass heart project. Using found or purchased sea glass, you can create a beautiful and unique piece of art that will remind you of the sea every day.
Designer: The House house through Home Talk
Materials Used:
- Mosaic Shell Tile
- Sea Glass
Completion Time: Unspecified
Size: Unspecified
Format: Written
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