Seashell Hanging

This is a fun creative make and take that requires just a few items. Cute idea for a Luau Themed or Beach Themed Party

Materials

Tub of Plaster of Paris

Shells, figurines, pebbles, erasers, rocks, etc.

Measuring Cup

Water

Container to Mix Plaster of Paris

Paper Plates

Paint (tempera, glitter, acrylic), brush

Marker to write child's name on plate

Ribbon if it's to be hung.

Steps

1. Write name on back of plates and cut a piece of ribbon if you want this to hang this project. Place ribbon on plate where you want it to be.
2. Have items ready to place in plaster of paris. Pour plaster of paris onto paper plate on top of the ribbon.
3. Stick pebbles, rocks, shells, figurines into the plaster.
4. Let dry.
5. Paint and let dry. Send home on plate. You can put tissue around it or in a ziplock to protect. You can have parents peel plate off later.

Silicone Molds

We used theWilton Silicone Heart Mold to create this ornament but you can use any type of mold that works with plaster of paris. You can make ornaments, paper weights or just a fun decorative piece to take home. Paint, add stickers, glue on rhinestones to decorate.

For this project, we recommend that you make the hearts ahead of time and just decorate during the party time to allow for time to dry.

Experiment with different silicone molds. We've also tried candy molds which work well for smaller items.