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December 12, 2012

Metallic Sea Shell Christmas Trees

 

Metallic Sea Shell Christmas Trees from At The Picket Fence

 What is it with metallic that makes us love it so much? Is it that extra little bling? Is it the extra little something special that it adds to everyday objects? Maybe I just have a fascination with shiny objects, which could be a whole other problem entirely. grin!

Krylon’s Metallic Spray Paints has given us the ability to make just about anything shine these days…and sea shells are no exception! I first saw a trio of sea shell Christmas trees at Joss and Main, and let me tell you they went quick! I decided if I wanted a set of my own, I would just need to make them and you can make some too! Here’s what you need:

metallic sea shell christmas trees supplies

and here’s how you make them:

sea shell christmas tree collage

See how simple they are! Just a little glue, some shells and some Krylon Brushed Metallic Paint! Total cost for all three trees..$13.00!

Metallic Sea Shell Christmas Trees from At The Picket Fence

 So add a little more bling to your holidays, and create your own trio of  Metallic Sea Shell Christmas Trees!

Metallic Sea Shell Christmas Trees from At The Picket Fence

 Here’s three other fabulous Krylon Holiday Project s from Beth of Unskinny Boppy, Kelly of Eclectically Vintage and Jennifer of Jennifer Rizzo. 

 


 

Be sure to visit the Krylon Holiday Pinterest Board for tons of fabulous spray paint inspiration. You can also get some amazing ideas by visiting Krylon’s Projects In A Can site full of projects as well as Make it Gr8 in 8,  where you can share your quick 8 minute fixes using Krylon and enter to win some great prizes!

It’s hard to believe we’re counting down the days so quickly to Christmas! Be sure you visit often as we have many more Holiday Projects to share with you! See you back here soon…at the picket fence!

PS…don’t forget the great Miss Mustard Seed Giveaway we having going on right now!

 

Linking this post to:
Debbie Doo’s 2012 Holiday Knock Off Party

 

I was provided supplies and compensated by Krylon for this post..but the creative ideas are all my own! Please see our disclosure policy for more information.

27 Comments Filed Under: Christmas, Crafts, Good Ideas, Holidays Tagged With: cheap crafts, Christmas, Christmas craft, Christmas trees, easy, holiday, knock-off decor, Krylon, sea shells, spray paint, tutorials

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  1. monsterscircus says

    December 12, 2012 at 2:10 AM

    WOW it looks amazing! Just love metallics for christmas, and what a great way to use the shells!
    thank you for the inspiration and have a beautiful day!

    Reply
  2. Debbie says

    December 12, 2012 at 2:35 AM

    These would be a perfect addition to my mom’s back porch decor. It’s all seasidey out there.

    Reply
  3. laura@Top This Top That says

    December 12, 2012 at 3:25 AM

    How sweet are those trees. They would be perfect in nautical decor or people like me who just love the beach!

    Reply
  4. simone says

    December 12, 2012 at 3:34 AM

    These are darling love love love

    Reply
  5. Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says

    December 12, 2012 at 5:51 AM

    How fun – now I feel like I’m sipping a pina colada while a cute pool boy is spritzing me with Evian!

    Love the starfish toppers – these trees rock (or should I say they shell)!
    Kelly

    Reply
    • At The Picket Fence says

      December 12, 2012 at 6:06 AM

      Thanks Kelly! I’ll come sit with you somewhere warm and sip pina coladas, I’m already tired of the cold. lol

      Heather

      Reply
  6. Shirley@Housepitality Designs says

    December 12, 2012 at 6:04 AM

    Love the shell trees!!…Such a fantastic idea…love the colors you chose…gotta love that Krylon paint!!!

    Reply
  7. Beth@Unskinny Boppy says

    December 12, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    What a great idea, Heather! Love that you blinged them out, too! I’m a sucker for anything seashells right now. And hey, for $13 bucks I could take my savings from Joss and Main and blow it on more rum for Kelly’s pina colada party!

    Reply
  8. Cynthia says

    December 12, 2012 at 6:43 AM

    Great job, I love the shell trees, such a brilliant idea. Have a great day!

    Cynthia

    Reply
  9. Jen says

    December 12, 2012 at 6:59 AM

    I saw it on facebook before I made it to my blog reader. I LOVE THEM!!! They look great!

    Reply
  10. Angelina says

    December 12, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    How pretty and unique are these… Heather, I Love them and the color choices. These would actually be perfect in our house.. 🙂 Since it is still like Summer here 🙂
    Have a great day.
    Angelina

    Reply
  11. Julie says

    December 12, 2012 at 9:47 AM

    These are so cute Heather…they reminded me of a homemade wreath from when I was little that was made with spray painted elbow noodles, and shells. Lets just say your idea is waaaay prettier 😉

    Reply
  12. debbiedoos says

    December 12, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I would have never thought to spray paint those shells like that….how pretty!~ Love those colors too. I am so happy you shared this with the Holiday copy cat party….I thank you:)

    Reply
  13. Anne says

    December 12, 2012 at 2:35 PM

    Love this idea so cute!!! Thank you for sharing!
    xx
    Anne

    Reply
  14. Vanessa says

    December 12, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    Hi, Heather

    These are lovely, Now I have a new idea for all my seashells.

    Vanessa

    Reply
  15. Martina says

    December 12, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    Super cute idea! Love the colors you used and love the starfish topper!

    Reply
  16. Heather says

    December 12, 2012 at 5:27 PM

    Perfect for a coastal Christmas project. Thx for sharing. Heather

    Reply
  17. Pam Ballard says

    December 12, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Lots of great ideas to craft next year. This Christmas is passing me by way to quickly.
    I just saw that I won the $50 Giveaway and Review from LaRae Boutique, so excited I am anxiously awaiting to hear from them. Thanks so very much…

    Reply
  18. Athena at Minerva's Garden says

    December 13, 2012 at 12:53 AM

    Such a cute idea for a beachy Christmas tree–love it!

    Reply
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  20. Julia @ FaveCrafts says

    July 11, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    What a cute project! I love it so much that I decided to feature it in our roundup of seashell crafts! Check it out here: https://www.favecraftsblog.com/shell-crafts/

    Have a great day!

    Reply

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