Virginie F. ElbertShell Craft (Dover Crafts: General)

This book has given me some ideas of what to do with some of my shells.

Useful reference book for shellcraft work

I wish I could have seen the inside of this book before purchasing it. The description made it look like what I was needing for an upcoming beach themed party but, it didn't deliver any fresh ideas. The pictures are black and white or drawings. Copyright is from 1977 and updated in 1993 so it was before so many simple materials and techniques were available. It is informative from the aspect of names of materials and types of shells. Newer books have much better illustrations and instructions for the novice arts and crafts person. For the published time period it was perfect but not for todays decor.

Old book.I have seen a few ideas.

Very disappointed. All in black and white.