How To Make DIY Coastal Decor with Dollar Tree Seashells Story

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Transforming ordinary Dollar Tree seashells into stunning coastal decor has never been easier!

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If you’re looking to add a little bit of coastal charm to your home, then you’ll love this DIY project using Dollar Tree seashells.

With just a few simple materials and some creativity, you can transform plain seashells into beautiful coastal decor pieces that will bring a touch of the beach to any room.

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I love how it turned out and now I want to celebrate at the beach!

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- Styrofoam Balls - Dollar Tree Sea Shells - Hot Glue - Silicone Finger Thimbles - Collected Sea Shells - Coastal Driftwood

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Start by separating your shells into similar sizes so you can see the sizes and shapes you have to work with as you start to glue them on.

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Use hot glue around the outer shell. If your glue gun is very hot, wait a few seconds and let the glue cool slightly, as it will disintegrate your styrofoam if it is too hot.

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Randomly place your shells on the styrofoam ball and go around filling it in as needed.

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