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June 26, 2013 18 Comments

Beachy Mason Jar Terrarium

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My husband is in the Navy so it’s no surprise that for the last 6 of 7 years we’ve lived by some sort of water. I love the beach and it inspires a lot of my projects. You can see that in my Nautical Wreath or my Sisal Rope Coasters.

Now that summer is we are planning lots of beach days. Even my one year old loves to put her toes in the sand!

In the spirit of summer and all the beach days we anticipate having I wanted to share my Beachy Mason Jar Terrarium.

beachy mason jar terrarium

This project was two fold. I love terrariums and I never know what to do with the pretty seashells and seaglass we find on the beach. Thus, my beachy mason jar terrarium was born. It ended up being the perfect way to display those seaside finds. It also cost next to nothing and you know I love a good frugal project 🙂beach mason jar terrerium

Here’s what you’ll need: A mason jar, some sand, some beach finds (I used seaglass, seashells, and some driftwood). Optional: washi tape, chalkboard paint to paint the top of your jar, and ribbon for embellishment (not pictured).beachy tererrium

Now, there is no perfect way to put these together making it super easy. This is how I did it: I filled my jar about half full with sand. Then carefully placed my seashells trying not to disturb the sand too much. After everything was places I lightly shook the jar to settle the sand. beach terrerium

Now, to dress up the jar I painted the top with chalkboard paint and wrote on top which beaches they came from. In this case it was, Hawaii. We used to live there. We could walk to the beach. Oh now I want a pineapple ice cream cone… 🙂

I also wrapped a little washi tape around the rim for some decoration.
hawaii beach terrerium

And just because I love this new crocheted ribbon, I added a piece of it to my jar. So pretty.
seashell terrerium

It’s a fun way to bring a little bit of your favorite beach home with you.

I’m interested, what do you do with your beach finds?

This project was first shared on Mom 4 Real.

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About Chelsea

Chelsea Coulston is the resident decorator, baker, and pillow hoarder around these parts. A wife to an active duty Sailor and mom of two girls, Chelsea's got a knack for decorating even the most challenging spaces (just see her military base house!) She's inspired by cool beach tones and warm natural elements that remind you of a day at the beach. After living in a half dozen rentals, she's enjoyed spending the last few years in a cute ranch style home that she and her husband have almost completely renovated themselves. Chelsea lives in sunny Jacksonville, Florida with her husband and two daughters.

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  1. Parrish (Life With The Crust Cut Off) says

    June 26, 2013 at 9:55 am

    This looks awesome!!! We would love it if you would link up at our linky party:
    http://www.lifewiththecrustcutoff.com/two-girls-and-a-party-link-up-22/
    Live every Wednesday to Sunday.
    Hosted by:
    http://www.lifewiththecrustcutoff.com/ Parrish @ Life with the Crust Cut Off
    http://thissillygirlslife.com/ Dana @ This Silly Girl’s Life
    We hope to see you there!

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  2. Jodi says

    June 26, 2013 at 3:13 pm

    such a cute idea… I love it 🙂

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  3. Jenna says

    June 27, 2013 at 5:15 am

    So cute and clever!! I love this idea! Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof

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  4. Bethany says

    June 27, 2013 at 4:28 pm

    How cute! Really great idea!

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  5. Erin says

    June 27, 2013 at 9:59 pm

    I absolutely love this! The washi tape and chalkboard paint on the lid is genius.

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  6. [email protected] says

    June 27, 2013 at 11:55 pm

    Simply adorable! Loving the touch of lace and the way the teal washi tape looks against the peachy/coral of the shells. Such a nice color combination!

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  7. [email protected] says

    June 28, 2013 at 5:18 pm

    so pretty love everything about this fun project! so beachy!
    stopping by from Tatertots and Jello
    Ingrid

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  8. Linda @ Mason Jar Crafts Love says

    June 28, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    I just adore the idea of preserving your favorite beaches in mason jars!!! such a fabulous project! I’m saving this on my mason jar pin boards …

    🙂 Linda

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  9. Carrie @ Frugal Foodie Mama says

    June 28, 2013 at 5:51 pm

    This is so cute! I am actually planning on doing a beach inspired round-up post near the end of July and I have a feeling some of your posts may end up in it. 😉 Found you via tater tots & Jello.

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  10. Ariean @OneKriegerChick says

    July 30, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    Such a fun idea! Love if you would share this at our Nautical themed party…http://onekriegerchick.com/2013/07/29/make-along-monday-link-up-your-nautical-projects-2/

    Have a Happy Day!
    Ariean

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  12. Erika says

    September 5, 2015 at 10:10 am

    This is a super cute idea! My daughters and I just came back from a road trip to San Diego and Anaheim. We live near NAS Whidbey Island in Washington state. Lots of beaches here but not much real sand, lol. Mostly drift wood and rocky sand here. So on our drive, we grabbed a bag of real sand from a beach in Newport, Oregon. Now I know what to do with it! Thank you! Oh, by the way, if you still live in Southern California, go to Disneyland…they sell pineapple ice cream right outside the Enchanted Tikki Room!

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