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    Home » DIY Garden Art

    Sea Glass Garden Ornament - Adds A Little Sparkle To The Garden

    July 19, 2015 by Patti Estep 12 Comments

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    Sea glass ornament in garden pot with text overlay.
    Two images. Top is seaglass on tin rounds to make flowers, bottom is sea glass ornament in the garden

    Learn how to make a sparkling sea glass garden ornament for your favorite pot or spot in the landscape.

    Seaglass ornament in flowerpot

    We're getting ready for our annual group beach trip. It's been a crazy summer and I am ready to take a vacation. While shopping I saw this bag of pretty sea glass and just had to make something with it. 

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    Sea Glass Garden Ornament Materials

    How to Make a Sea Glass Garden Ornament

    I thought it would be nice to make flowers from this pretty glass. First I was thinking of a wall hanging but while I was waiting for my husband in Home Depot, I found this interesting looking yard sign post. It almost looks like a flower.

    I pictured the sea glass in the shape of a daisy or dahlia. I just needed something to glue the pieces to. So while I was making lunch I noticed the lid to my tuna can would make a great base for a flower. Use one of those can openers that separates the lid from the can, so there are no sharp edges.

    Take the tuna lid and one from the black beans we had the day before and sprayed them will some silver spray paint to hide the stamp and make them uniform in color.

    I researched the best glue for sea glass and found a product called E 6000. This glue can be found at any department, home improvement, or craft store. E 6000 is heavy-duty and is said to be good for outdoor use. The fumes are pretty strong though, so try to work in a well-ventilated area.

    To begin, lay out your sea glass pieces first.

    Remove the pieces and line them up in order so you don't have to re-think the layout while working with the glue.

    Place a little glue on the lid where you want the first piece to go. I used the bottom of the lid where there is no lip.

    Then take your first piece add a little glue on it and place it on top of the glue on the lid. I started with the sides and added the little pieces in the middle last.

    Sea Glass Flowers on table

    When you are finished allow your flower to dry for a couple of hours. Then glue it to the signpost by place glue on the post and the back of the flower.

    Allow the total project to dry overnight. Place in a pot or anywhere in the garden.

    Another project you can make with this bag of sea glass is this sea glass and seashell wind chime. It was inspired by the movie, "The Choice." Also easy to make and adds a little extra sparkle to your home.

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    Sea Glass Garden Ornament - Adds A Little Sparkle To The Garden

    Learn how to make a beautiful sea glass garden ornament. It adds a pretty bit of sparkle to your garden and is a unique statement piece.
    Prep Time30 mins
    Active Time30 mins
    Additional Time1 d
    Total Time1 d 1 hr
    Course: DIY Garden Art
    Yield: 2 Sea Glass Ornaments
    Author: Patti Estep
    Cost: $10-$15

    Equipment

    • Can Opener

    Materials

    • Empty tin can lids
    • Sea Glass
    • E-6000
    • Black Spray Paint
    • Sign Post

    Instructions

    • Spray the empty lids with silver spray paint.
    • Lay out your sea glass pieces first.
    • Remove the pieces and line them up in order.
    • Place a little glue on the lid.
    • Take your first piece of sea glass and add a little glue on it.
    • Place it on top of the glue on the lid. 
    • Repeat until all the sea glass has been added.
    • Allow your flower to dry for a couple of hours.
    • Then glue it to the sign post by adding glue to the post and the back of the flower.
    • Let dry overnight.

    More DIY Garden Art

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    • Sea Glass & Seashell Wind Chime DIY
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    • Decorating White Pumpkins with Leaves

    About Patti Estep

    Patti is the creator of Hearth and Vine, a home and garden blog filled with projects to inspire your creative side. She loves crafting, gardening, decorating and entertaining at her home in Pennsylvania. When she is not working on a project at home or searching for treasures at nurseries and thrift stores with her girlfriends, you’ll probably find her with family and friends, at a restaurant, or home party enjoying new and different food adventures.

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    Comments

    1. Cedar Hospitality

      July 28, 2015 at 4:41 am

      Hey Patti, You did great job and make flower from glass are looking so pretty. wonderful idea and thank for sharing it with us.

      Reply
    2. Heather @ new house new home

      July 21, 2015 at 8:08 am

      We're going to friends on the weekend. She is a sea glass nut!! Now I know what I'm making as a hostess gift. Thanks for this terrific idea!!!

      Reply
      • Patti

        July 21, 2015 at 8:50 am

        Hi Heather,

        So glad you liked it. The glue was a little on the stinky side so beware. Maybe on a porch would be a good place to work. I'm sure your friend will love this project. I'm all about hostess gifts. Have a great trip!
        Patti

        Reply
    3. Paula

      July 19, 2015 at 3:01 pm

      I love this! Thanks for posting....I'm gonna have to make some of these for me & my mom....

      Reply
      • Patti

        July 19, 2015 at 4:38 pm

        Hi Paula,

        So glad to here it. It was fun to make. I'm sure your mom will love it!
        Thanks for stopping by,
        Patti

        Reply
    4. Carole West @ Garden Up Green

      July 19, 2015 at 7:21 am

      What a neat idea - love this shade of blue. Hope you have fun at the beach, sounds wonderful.

      Reply
      • Patti

        July 19, 2015 at 7:57 am

        Thanks Carole! I'm ready but will still be blogging and catching up on social media.
        Have a great one and thanks for stopping by.
        Patti

        Reply

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