Cowrie shells have a long, layered history that stretches far beyond their recent resurgence in home decor. Long before they ...

From nativity scenes to ring dishes to wreaths and chandeliers, oyster shells are popular around South Carolina homes, especially in the Lowcountry. For the artists who make those pieces and ...

A rare shell discovered by Bermudian Jack Lightbourn in 1979 is the source of inspiration for a new Christmas decoration by Alexandra Mosher, the jewellery designer. Ms Mosher was looking for ...

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. In home decor, shells are synonymous with a kind of kitschy seaside aesthetic that most try to avoid, their ...

Shell mosaic art is an ancient African tradition that uses natural materials to create stunning wall installations ...

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Making shell decorations using resin with silicone molds is a craft activity that combines creativity with simple casting techniques. Terror charge filed in Jan. 6 ...