Today I thought I'd show you my seashell hair barrettes!
I have long hair, and I like to wear it UP when it's hot out. Usually in an old lady bun, but sometimes just pulled back and clipped in a pretty barrette.
The very first one I made was back when daddy was still with us, so probably 4 or 5 years ago. I just used some shells from those cheap shell lei's.
The next, and my favorite, is my auger shell barrette.
I had just a few of these purple shells, just enough for a small barrette.
and just a few of these, too...at that time.
The most recent one, and I'm not sure what kind of shells they are, I haven't tried to find out (shame, shame) are mostly brown.
I haven't decided whether to leave it natural, or give it a matte or gloss spray.
Starfish make a beautiful adornment for barrettes, too....
You can pick them up at the craft store, or any shell shop at the beach!
I like to use and wear things I make from my found treasures!
I could really wear something made with shells everyday! It's the mermaid in me!
Do you have a little mermaid in you, too?
Join me tomorrow for Seashore Sunday!
We'll check out another Lighthouse!
Have a wonderful Seashell Saturday!
Love,
Del
Very cute idea. I like the first 2 the best. I have short hair so I can't wear barretts but I'd wear those if I could!
ReplyDeleteLove these barrettes! Too bad my shells are packed away right now while I am redoing the house or I'd make some. My hair is long enough...well...until next week when I cut 8 inches off. LOL
ReplyDeleteThey are so pretty. My favorites are the first two.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, I love the one with the purple shells. I'm afraid I don't have very much mermaid in me, but lighthouses are my favorite things in the world, can't wait to see!!
ReplyDelete-rachel w k
I like the auger shell barrette -- so pretty! And I love the way they fit so perfectly together!
ReplyDeleteI think I'd use a lightly applied gloss spray on the last one - give it a little boost in color to bring out the different browns!
Yes, the auger shells are gorgeous! Take a pic of yourself wearing that one and post it! (or have hubby take the pic)
ReplyDeleteI'm more of a medium size mermaid! heehee! And I love your barettes! I wore my hair long for SO long...and was always putting it up! I love the very first one you made...how special! ♥
ReplyDeletewow these are full of magic ....Absolutely gorgeous and quite exquisite ... beautiful .. hugz x
ReplyDeletethanks so much for your lovely words you said about me on Cindy's blog you are special .. xoxo