In this post, I’ll be sharing a step-by-step guide to creating elegant and personalized DIY shell wine glass charms, perfect for adding a coastal chic touch to your kitchen, gifting, or enhancing special events.
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Creating DIY shell wine glass charms is a delightful way to add a touch of coastal elegance to your home and special events. This charming project is not only perfect for your modern coastal kitchen, but it also makes wonderful, personalized gifts, or a special detail for a coastal chic wedding.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to crafting your own unique set of wine glass charms using beautiful seashells.
Coastal Chic DIY Shell Wine Glass Charms
Materials
- assorted shells (these can be sourced from beaches, or you can opt for a set of faux shells for crafting)
- assorted beads (I recommend seed beads and gold spacer beads)
- wine glass charm rings
- jump rings
- basic jewelry making tools
- sharp scissors with an extra fine tip
- Liquid Leaf gold paint (optional)
- jewelry super glue (optional)
How to Make DIY Shell Wine Glass Charms
1. Sourcing and Preparing Your Shells
The first step in this project is to source your seashells. Whether you collect them during a beach vacation or choose to go the store-bought route, be on the lookout for shells with small holes, as these are ideal for threading onto charms.
Opt for shells that are around 1-2 inches in size, as they are perfect for wine glass charms.
Once you’ve gathered your shells, it’s important to give them a thorough cleaning. Soak them in a mixture of water and mild soap, then gently scrub off any debris with a soft brush.
If you find that some of your shells lack natural holes, don’t worry. You can create your own holes using a pair of super sharp small scissors. Carefully spin the scissors around in a “drilling” motion to make a hole, but be very slow and gentle, as the shells can be quite delicate. This step requires patience, but the results are well worth the effort.
2. Adding a Touch of Elegance
With your shells cleaned and holed, it’s time to add a touch of elegance. Liquid leaf gold paint is perfect for this craft. Using a small craft paintbrush, delicately paint along the edges of the shells to give them a shiny, gilded look. Allow the paint to dry completely before moving on to the next step. The gold accents will add a small luxe detail, making your wine charms stand out and look more refined.
Once the paint is dry, use jewelry pliers to attach jump rings to the holes in the shells. This will allow you to easily thread them onto the wine charm rings. If you want to add an extra decorative element, now is the time to get creative with beads. You can choose assorted beads in different colors and finishes to complement your shells, although a neutral palette can also look stunning. I opted for a combination of pearlescent ivory seed beads and small gold spacer beads.
For added security, place a dab of jewelry super glue on the last bead to ensure everything stays in place.
3. Assembling Your Wine Charms
With all the components ready, it’s time to assemble your wine charms. Thread the shells and beads onto the open end of the wine charm rings.
The beauty of using found shells is that each piece is truly one of a kind, adding a personalized touch to your modern coastal kitchen and home accessories.
These DIY shell wine glass charms are not only functional but also serve as a beautiful conversation piece at any gathering.
This project is also perfect for a coastal chic wedding. Imagine each guest having a unique, handcrafted wine charm to take home as a keepsake.
Additionally, you can upcycle these shells into necklace pendants by simply using the jump ring to add them to a chain.
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The possibilities are endless, making this DIY project both versatile and charming. Enjoy crafting your own set of shell wine glass charms and bring a little piece of the coast into your home.
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