We all have books and we all need bookends. Why not try these beautiful seashell encrusted bookends to liven up your bookshelves!
You Will Need
-
- 4.0 Pieces of 2x4 Wood that are 6” long each
- Sand Paper
- Elmer’s Wood Glue
- Sea Shell(s) in different sizes from small to large
- 1.0 tube Household Goop Glue
- 1.0 sheet of self-stick Felt (from Michaels Arts and Crafts Store)
- 1.0 sheet of self-stick Foam (from Michaels Arts and Crafts Store)
- Krylon Crystal Clear Acrylic Varnish Protective Coating (Spray)
-
- PROJECT BUDGET
- Reasonably Priced
Seashell Encrusted Bookends
Liven up your bookshelves!
Share on: Facebook | Twitter | StumbleUpon
Add to a List Add to Favorites Add Your Version
-
HERE’S HOW:
*Using the Elmer’s Wood glue, glue your 2x4 pieces into and “L” shape with vertical part of the “L” sitting on the horizontal part. -
*When they are dry, start applying the seashells to the “L” making sure not to glue them to the bottom or the side that touches the books.
-
*After your seashells dry in place you will need to fill in any gaps with smaller seashells
-
*Coat with Krylon Crystal Clear Acrylic Coating
-
*Measure the bottom of your bookend and apply a piece of the self-stick foam (this will keep it from slipping)
-
*Measure the side that touches the books and apply a piece of the self-stick felt. This will assure that your books are kept in perfect shape and not marked or scratched by the bookends.
More from OrnamentsSee All »
See more Decorating or Nautical
People who love this project (20)See All »
Jasmin N.
Holly S.
Ezme 
Mariann
Kristian T.
Mika
Clandestina
Amy Robina
basketofa...
sarah s.
Ashleigh M.
Cassandra*
Popular tags: Revamping, Dressmaking / Tailoring, Painting & Decorating, Clothing & Fabric, Christmas, Costumes & Cosplay, Embellishing, and Decorating
Get the latest projects!
Become a Fan on Facebook
or
Follow us on Twitter
Stumble This
Feeds
Sorry...
You need to Sign Up and log in to leave comments
KMOM14
16 Apr 08:03
Looks very summery and a great way to dress up bookends.
crafty_puppy *.
13 Jul 10:06
i <3 that you can see all your books in those bookends. =P
when i first saw the thumbnail of this photo, i thought that they were made of cracker jacks!!! =P mmm. now i am hungry...
you're totally rad, keep on making the super awesome stuff you do....