Turtle shell decor

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This post is a follow-up to Decorating With Tortoise Shell. While that one focused on using this versatile design element in a more traditional and classical way, this post spotlights the whole shell and how is has become an art form that lends itself well to any style home. Large turtle shells have been showing up on the walls and shelves of homes for some time now and for homeowners that like using natural elements such as antlers, taxidermy and shells, a tortoise shell can be a great…

If you notice a turtle or tortoise shell without a turtle inside (poor turtle), why not keep the shell as a decorative feature in your home? Turtle and tortoise shells are beautiful and make a unique decorative addition to your home. Here are the steps for how to preserve a turtle or tortoise shell to use as home decor. Is it Allowed? Before starting to preserve your tortoise or turtle shell, make sure you are allowed to have it. Check with your local authorities so you don't get in…

I'm totally smitten by using faux turtle shells as art in home decor. I'm sharing ways to use them in your home and where to buy beautiful faux shells!!

Crestview 3 Piece Turtle Shell Statue Set

Earlier in the week we shared the newly complete corner gallery wall in our front office. Amidst the collection of art and photos are a few natural curiosities, for instance the ivory colored turtle shell that adds a little dimension into the mix: A few years back, Mary's mom had given it to us — she'd uncovered it from the ravine overlooking the river at her home and had never quite seen a one like it. At first we wondered if it came from a specific species or perhaps belonged to a rare…

Les carapaces de tortues The shells of sea turtles has been used as a fine material to be cut and bent and decorated for centuries all ov...

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This post is a follow-up to Decorating With Tortoise Shell. While that one focused on using this versatile design element in a more traditional and classical way, this post spotlights the whole shell and how is has become an art form that lends itself well to any style home. Large turtle shells have been showing up on the walls and shelves of homes for some time now and for homeowners that like using natural elements such as antlers, taxidermy and shells, a tortoise shell can be a great…

Art/wall Decor - Even up close, our Turtle Shell Plaques look incredibly realistic. They're hand cast of plaster from molds created from natural found shells, so you can see all ...