Diy clam shell prop

So i got to test building a giant clam shell today though i didn't get far today (not full size obviously lol) for a mermaid/dolphin water feature i started some time back. It's a '2 reason' show & tell come how to at this stage as a fellow artist wants to know some ways to make large versions to hold actual plant pots. So knowing a way to do it quickly & easily i still need to know how big to make the segments for 'my' version. In the end i made 5 potential sizes. Well the sections to said…

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I was inspired to create this giant clam sea shell for my living room. These amazing Tridacna Gigas Giant Clam Shells can reach up to 4 feet across. The clam shell that I made measures about 28"X 15 1/2"; I was trying to make it the same size as a real, average sized clam shell. I am really happy with the result. First I drew and cut this shape like you see in the photo out of cardboard for the sections of the clam shell. You could cut about five or six sections depending on how big you want…

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I was so inspired by pictures of giant clam shell candle holders on Pinterest that came from Pottery Barn that I had to try to make a copycat giant clam shell.…

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Homemade DIY Halloween costume. Mermaid in a clam shell.

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This expensive faux giant clam shell planter was on my wish list for a long time. Here's how I made my own for a fraction of the cost.