"Sea Shells"
by, Cheryl Harwell Bailey

Irish Flat Shells keep the bugs out!

A "Goodwill Store" chandelier is transformed, 
using  sea shells.

Sea shells were the first objects to be utilized as bowls.
 Did you know sea shells can be washed in the dishwasher? Making them perfect in our modern age,
 to use as kitchen gadget's, and unique serving pieces.
 My husband, couldn't believe his eyes, the first time he watched me put Abalone shells in the dishwasher.
 "Where did you learn to do that?"
 My mother taught me to collect shells,
 but I took it to next level.
 It was instinctive.

Abalone shells are awesome bowls,

 dishwasher safe, and beautiful.

 I have many sizes.

 Some from my mother's collection.

Assorted types of sea shells 

make pretty candle holders and oil lamps.

How about "A Bridal Bouquet?" 

Thick and sturdy shells are great scoops.

With my handy glue gun, and sea shells,

 a yard sale mirror becomes a show piece, 

gracing our hallway.

Sea Shells have been handed down

 generation after generation in our family.

 Most of us have fun memories, of "listening" to the ocean, as we put one to our ear, at grandma's house.

 I enjoy displaying them every summer. 

Use shells as planters.

This is one of my favorite

 shell idea's for summer events.

Sea shell summer garland in July,

 where the Christmas evergreen garland hangs in December.

Sea shell "wind chimes" have a distinct ring.

Every mermaid needs a "Crown."

Sea shells are loved by all, 

and wonderful free gifts of nature.

Happy sea shell hunting!