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Shell Embellished Frame & Candle

First of all, thank you so much for all of your sweet comments about my painted jars! I’m always amazed at how some of my most simple and easy projects are the most liked. To continue with my beach theme bathroom project I decided to make some more accessories. 
A frame and candle embellished with crushed shells
Supplies:
Crushed Shells 
Mod Podge
White Paint
Unfinished Frame
Candle
Spray Adhesive
I don’t have it pictured but after applying mod podge to the frame I gave it a quick spray of adhesive just to make sure the shells didn’t fall off. 
I painted the frame, then once dried applied the mod podge, adhesive, and shells in sections. 
I used the same method with the candle, but unlike with the frame I had to allow each section to dry completely or the shells would roll right off. Trust me, I found out rather quickly that patience is important when doing the candle. 
And there you have it..a beautiful frame and candle for my guest bathroom
I hope everyone has a wonderful week! I will be studying for finals, but hopefully I’ll have a new recipe to post in a few days. 
Please check out my link party page here to see where I’m linking up

46 comments on “Shell Embellished Frame & Candle

  1. Lindsay on said:

    Love this!! Turned out beautiful. Isn't Mod Podge the best?!

    -Lindsay
    Delighted Momma

  2. {nifty thrifty things} on said:

    This turned out really cute! Love it!
    I would love it if you shared this at my linky party @ {nifty thrifty sunday}! (It is open till Wed night.)
    xoxo,
    Vanessa

  3. Lisa on said:

    They are SO pretty!!! I have been working on a huge shell mirror for my bathroom (that my husband thinks is kind of crazy) and I love this version with the crushed shells! Thanks for sharing.

  4. Lisa on said:

    This is really pretty! I love the tiny shells vs. those big ones I see a lot.

  5. meijo's JOY on said:

    oh! why I never think of smashing up the shell before… this is brilliant and look so luxury! Good job.. Love from Malaysia!

  6. Hug a tree with me on said:

    new follower from the hop, check me out at http://hugatreewithme2.blogspot.com whenever you can

  7. Christine - Tutorial Addict lol on said:

    How cute are those! I hadn't thought of doing a candle like that, it looks awesome!

  8. Megan on said:

    Your frame is awesome! I love it!

    I'm a new follower from the welcome wednesday hop! Hope you'll come follow me too :)

  9. DeDa Studios on said:

    Blog hopping new follower Very nice! Love the Peep Wreath! stop for a visit dedastudios.blogspot.com

  10. Michelle on said:

    Hey there! Stopping in from the Welcome Wednesday blog hop! You have a very cute blog!! Love it! Following you now!
    Michelle
    http://www.heartfeltbalancehandmadelife.blogspot.com

  11. Tidbitz on said:

    Wow, that looks amazing! I am going to try this! Following from Welcome Wednesday! Pls stop by and follow back, I am so glad I found your page! http://tidbitzearthlydelights.blogspot.com/

  12. Heavenly Savings on said:

    I love crafty blogs and am always on the lookout for the next project I can create! Happy Wednesday! I would love for you to stop by and check out my blog as well! If you like it you can follow back! Thanks! Hope to blog with you again soon!

  13. JamieS on said:

    New follower here, Coming over from Welcome Wednesday Blog Hop.

    ~JamieS@ Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom

  14. Lyuba @ Will Cook For Smiles on said:

    Great job girlie!!! looks great, can't wait to see how many featured you get from this project!!

  15. Tiffany on said:

    Hello

    Congrats on the spotlight. I'm a new follower from Welcome Wed. Cute blog and great projects! If you have time you can stop by and visit my blog http://novembergirlxoxo.com/

    Have a great week.

    Cheers,
    Tiffany

  16. Jessica on said:

    Great project. We are going to the beach in a few weeks and we always find tons of shells. This would be a great way to use some of them and make a keepsake of the trip.

    I'm a new follower from Welcome Wednesday.

  17. Cathy Kennedy on said:

    Congrats on being featured at Take It From Me! This is a cool idea! I espeically like the candle.

    Come sit a spell with me and share your thoughts!

    Cathy Kennedy, Children's Author
    The Tale of Ole Green Eyes
    Read today's post …
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  18. Jodi Whisenhunt / Magical Mouse Schoolhouse on said:

    So pretty – and easy to make too!

    Following from Welcome Wednesday. Congrats on being featured!

    ~Jodi
    http://www.magicalmouseschoolhouse.com, where Disney IS school

    P.S. We're hosting GIVEAWAY Wednesday today!

  19. Carolyn on said:

    What a BEAUTIFUL idea!! Following from the WW hop–I'm a new follower, and would love a follow back!

    http://www.cookinformycaptain.blogspot.com

  20. MommyDigger.com on said:

    Love the frame and candle! They would go wonderfully in my Cape Cod style bathroom!

    Following from Welcome Wednesday blog hop, congrats on the feature :) Please stop by and say hello at http://www.MommyDigger.com

  21. MaryN on said:

    Great tutorial! Love the frame and candle!

    I am your newest follower via Welcome Wednesday blog hop! :)

    Please come by and say hello!

    Happy Mid-Week,
    Mary
    http://www.marycnasser.com/blog.html

  22. Amanda M. on said:

    I'm a new follower from Welcome Wednesday I look forward to more great posts on your page.
    http://themizenfamily.blogspot.com/

  23. Kristen on said:

    Love it! Just stopped by from Sugar Bee Crafts and am your newest follower. Would love if you'd visit me and follow, too. You could even check out my own seashell art I made. http://www.decoratingdiy.blogspot.com

    Kristen
    Turning a House into a Home

  24. Jill on said:

    Visiting and now following from the Wed. Hop!!
    Blessings to you,
    Jill @ Sweet Diva
    http://sweetdivamj.com

  25. Amanda T on said:

    Hello :)

    I'm a new follower from Welcome Wednesday. I hope you'll stop by, and follow me back.
    If you do, please feel free to join in my blog hop too; Wobble Over Wednesday.
    I'd really appreciate it :o)

    Amanda T
    http://ratsandmore.com

  26. Melissa on said:

    So stinkin' cute. I love the blog.

    I am a new follower from the Wednesday Blog Hop. Hoping you can stop by and return the favor.

    http://www.ourmonkeylife.com

  27. Erica Nicholas on said:

    Love that!

    New follower from Welcome Wednesday Blog Hop! http://www.smileyboyknowsbest.blogspot.com

  28. Pam List on said:

    New Follower from the WWBH.

    Now, I am going to snooping around. lol

    http://mommacan.com

  29. cherrylej on said:

    very very nice project! btw i'm following you from Welcome Wednesday hop. hope you have a great day!

    here's mine:Diary Of The Forgotten Princess

  30. Lauren-ItsMyWorld on said:

    I love crafty stuff!! And I love that pic frame! I might have to try that!! Thanks for sharing!

    I'm a new follower from Welcome Wednesday! When you have a chance, follow me back!

    -Lauren
    http://www.itsmyworld-laurenlo.blogspot.com

  31. OrangeHeroMama on said:

    Congratulations on being featured on the wed hop! So glad to follow you! :)

  32. screwbdoo on said:

    Wow nice work very kewl. Love the cookies also. I am a new follower from the hop http://linkiescontestlinkies.blogspot.com

    Take care and have a great nite.

    kevin

  33. Mel the Crafty Scientist on said:

    This is so fun and pretty! I can't believe you did this with mod podge and spray adhesive – as in, no grout and official mosaic materials necessary. Gorgeous and definitely something I want to try – maybe even with some shells collected on a vacation so I can claim it's "personalized"! : ) I'm your newest follower!

  34. Nicolette @ Momnivore's Dilemma on said:

    Crystal-

    This looks so fresh and summery~

    Pop by and link it up!

  35. LisaWeidknecht on said:

    I'm a new follower! Come follow me back?

  36. kingstongirl on said:

    What a cute idea!!! I am now following you through Thrilling Thursday Linky Party! Hope you will follow me at http://kingstongirlie.blogspot.com. Thank you!

  37. Melanie on said:

    Love it!!!

    I would love for you to come link up your post at my "Encouragement is Contagious!" linky party! And… please link up some of your other favorites from blogs you love! Then, those bloggers will also get lots of unexpected, encouraging comments!

    Blessings!
    Melanie

  38. Simone @ Doberman's by the Sea on said:

    I love this. Another great beachy project. I'm your newest follower.

  39. Rebecca @ My Girlish Whims on said:

    this is so cute!! very beachey :)

    thanks for linking up to Your Whims Wednesday!

  40. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. on said:

    Very cute and beachy! And good luck with finals!

  41. southernscraps on said:

    This is very pretty!

  42. Mary on said:

    I love this! I'd like to invite you to post it on Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage. The link will be up all week, I hope you can join in. Have a nice week, Mary :O)

  43. AmieAnn on said:

    These are adorable! Love the beachy feel they bring to any room! Thanks so much for sharing with the Pink Hippo Party!

  44. Rebecca @ My Girlish Whims on said:

    Hey! I featured this on my blog today! Come grab a button :) http://mygirlishwhims.blogspot.com/2011/05/your-whims-wednesday-7-and-features.html

  45. Wow, those are sooo gorgeous! I have been trying to come up with crafts to use all of the seashells we picked up on our beach vacation this year; I actually posted about three of my ideas here: http://oneartmama.blogspot.com/2011/08/she-sells-seashells.html
    Anyway, I will have to crush up some of the ones I have left over and try this!! I love mod podge!

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