The Christmas tree is the perfect place to show keepsakes and share memories of family vacations. So, the next time you are at the beach, save those small shells and some sand and you’ll be able to make this cute beach Christmas ornament.
For this ornament you will need:
- 1 clear glass ball ornament
- sand (about 1 cup)
- small sea shells, pieces of sea glass, and other small sea things
- Christmas ribbon
- empty egg carton
- funnel
Begin by taking off the top and washing out the glass ball ornament. Allow it to dry fully. Use the egg carton to hold the ornament, so it doesn’t roll off your table.
Choose your shells and various beach items and clean them. They have to be small enough to fit into the top of the glass ball ornament. Use the funnel and fill the glass ball with sand about one third of the way or just add the shells. Add the shells and beach items. If you go to different beaches add a note about where the collection came from or what year it is.
Put the top back on the glass ball ornament and add some Christmas ribbon as a hanger. In order to tie a bow for the hanger, you’ll need to do a square knot and then tie the bow. This way it will not come out when the ornament is hanging on the tree.
