Paper mache clam shell

I was so inspired by pictures of giant clam shell candle holders on Pinterest that came from Pottery Barn that I had to try to make a copycat giant clam shell.…

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I was inspired to create this giant clam sea shell for my living room. These amazing Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shells can reach up to 4 feet across. The clam shell that I made measures about 28"X 15 1/2"; I was trying to make it the same size as a real, average sized clam shell. I am really happy with the result. First I drew and cut this shape like you see in the photo out of cardboard for the sections of the clam shell. You could cut about five or six sections depending on how big you want…

Well sadly NO test build video to show you today folks on this project. Now before you all go getting together with pitch forks & flaming to...

So i got to test building a giant clam shell today though i didn't get far today (not full size obviously lol) for a mermaid/dolphin water feature i started some time back. It's a '2 reason' show & tell come how to at this stage as a fellow artist wants to know some ways to make large versions to hold actual plant pots. So knowing a way to do it quickly & easily i still need to know how big to make the segments for 'my' version. In the end i made 5 potential sizes. Well the sections to said…

decoupaged double clam shells — pleasure in simple things

5 easy tips for making your paper mache smooth, for sculptures and masks.

I adore paper mache. When it comes to crafting, I would go so far as to say it's my first love. Since we've moved to more humid climes, however, I've found that my projects don't dry quickly (or at all) on their own. I've learned to compensate by using the oven and putting drying racks over heat vents. Another way I compensate is by finding ways to keep my armature from getting too wet. I love the sea, and it's bounty, and have collected lots of shells and starfish over the years. I don't…

This is one of those projects where I just got really lucky! My Mom has been wanting one of these giant clam shells for a while but every time we find one they’re so expensive- like hundreds …

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