Explore the art of shellcrafting, whether you are a beginner or an experienced shellcrafter, here you will find everything you will need to make lovely seashell crafts.
Try one of our free projects they are easy and fun for everyone. Or you may like to buy one of our finished shellcraft gifts for someone special in your life, or try your hand at one of our shellcraft kits.
It really is very easy. Just soak your shells overnight in a solution of half household bleach and half water. For stubborn barnacles, remove by scraping with a knife or pick.
Learn the basics of wheat weaving. We offer several free weaving patterns including this braided heart or Mordiford. Finished and custom pieces available. Crafters looking to learn more advanced techniques on this natural craft can arrange for private classes.
Combining the rich cultural heritage of South Carolina with natural crafts, this website celebrates those artists in South Carolina who make use of items found in nature to create their art. The site has 8 highly detailed craft project tutorials - coiled clay pottery, paper making, pine needle baskets, bentwood trellis making, dyes and dying, kudzu basket weaving, weaving and dioramas.
When collecting natural items to incorporate with your artwork, always be mindful of your environment. Please remember that National and State parks have regulations about what flora can be removed and always ask permission when hunting for natural items on private property.
Broom making, brush making, classes, demonstrations and sales. Our products include unique broomcorn brushes, sailor's whisks, brooms, hand forged candle holders, iron and copper courting candles. We also make all types of iron handled brushes. Classes are small and affordable.
Whenever you are using natural materials such as broom corn, or some thin strips for basket material, it is commonly known to soak them in water for a while to make them pliable. Some of these materials may develop mold when damp. Soaking in a weak bleach solution may help. Try a sample of the material first, to see how it reacts and be mindful of your clothes and surroundings as bleach is harmful to fabrics etc.