Seashell Encrusted Bookends

Liven up your bookshelves!

https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/seashell-encrusted-bookends • Posted by Mark Montano

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 Pieces of 2x4 Wood that are 6” long each Sand Paper Elmer’s Wood Glue Shell sin different sizes from small to large 1 tube Household Goop Glue 1 sheet of self-stick Felt (from Michaels Arts and Crafts Store) 1 sheet of self-stick Foam (from Michaels Arts and Crafts Store) Krylon Crystal Clear Acrylic Varnish Protective Coating (Spray)

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We all have books and we all need bookends. Why not try these beautiful seashell encrusted bookends to liven up your bookshelves!

Instructions

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   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.

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   *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.

3. *After your seashells dry in place you will need to fill in any gaps with smaller seashells

4. *Coat with Krylon Crystal Clear Acrylic Coating

5. *Measure the bottom of your bookend and apply a piece of the self-stick foam (this will keep it from slipping)

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   *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.