DIY Beach Sand Jewelry

Do you collect sand from beaches you visit?  I love to save little souvenir jars and tiny vials as a vacation keepsake but if you want more than just a jar of sand sitting in a cabinet, this DIY beach sand jewelry is a really fun way to hold on to a bit of sand from a vacation you never want to forget: a honeymoon, an anniversary trip, or a beach adventure full of special memories.  It goes beyond your average vacation souvenir and turns those memories into a piece of jewelry with a story.

To make DIY beach sand jewelry, you’ll need a ring or pendant that has edges on it along with a bracelet, necklace, or whatever you want to wear the charm on.

You can find all of the pieces you’ll need at your local craft store.

You’ll also need clear crafting epoxy {a two step kit you can buy through this affiliate link} and a small bit of sand from your vacation.  Don’t worry if you only have a tiny sampling of sand … each piece of jewelry will only hold a scant amount.

Spread the sand into the pendant or ring, leaving some room for the resin to sit on top …

… and follow the manufacturer’s instructions to mix the resin {it’s a two step process but very simple}.  Gently pour it over the sand, filling the charm but obviously not overfilling, and allow the piece to dry for at least twenty-four hours.

Once dry, you can wear your souvenir in style, remembering those special moments on the beach!

What beach visit would you like to capture with sand jewelry?

For more vacation souvenir ideas, be sure to check out this faux etched souvenir jar made with vinyl …

… a DIY pressed souvenir penny bracelet …

… a Christmas ornament souvenir …

… and a shell label for a sand souvenir.