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Beach Keepsake Globe
A simple, sentimental way to turn a jar of shells into a memory your child helps make.
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Why we love this craft
We started this the summer our daughter filled every pocket with shells. Now the jar sits on her shelf and she names each one.
Ages 3+20 MinutesLow MessEasy PrepIndoor
Age
3+
Time
20 min
Mess
Low
Prep
Easy
Skills
Fine motor
Season
Summer
Shop this project
Small glass bottle set (for tiny shell keepsakes)
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Beach Keepsake Globe Printable
Buy PrintableMaterials
1 clear plastic fillable ornament ball
A handful of small shells
A photo of your kiddo (small circle cut-out)
Peach satin ribbon
Printed keepsake templates (below)
Step 1
Sort the shells
Lay everything out and let your child pick the ones they love.
Step 2
Cut the templates
Trim the printable frames and add a small photo of your child in the center.
Step 3
Build the globe
Layer shells, tuck the photo frame inside, seal, and tie a ribbon at the base.
Parent Tip
Do the shell step over a baking sheet. You'll thank yourself later.
Fine Motor
Pinching, sorting, and careful placement.
Language
Naming shell shapes and vacation memories.
Math
Counting, sorting by size and color.
Creativity
Open-ended arrangement and display.
Vocabulary Words
shelloceansmoothtinymemorydecorate
Printable Template
Beach Keepsake Globe Printable
Print-and-cut mermaid, sunburst, and crab frames — perfect for adding a small photo of your child inside the globe. Available in the GoodnightFox shop.
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