How to Drill a Hole in a Seashell (Without a Drill)

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Select your shell.

   Take the following things into account:
   Thickness: a thin shell may crack more easily, but a thicker shell is more difficult and takes longer.
   
   Size: a large shell is easier to work with, but make sure you have the right size for your project.
   
   Layers: some shells have layers that can crack off leaving a prettier layer underneath.
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   Step 2: Decide where to put the hole.

   Make sure you have room for size of hole you want.
   
   Remember the closer to the edge the easier to crack. ,, Be careful. ,, Continue twisting vigorously until you reach the other side of the shell, twist for 5 more seconds then stop. , If necessary, twist more times in the hole until you reach the desired size. ,
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   Step 3: Mark your location with a small dot.

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   Step 4: Take scissors or a pocket knife and scratch into the shell on top of the dot 1-2 1/2 millimeters deep.

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   Step 5: Put the small sharp edge of your utensil into the deepest part of the scratch marks.

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   Step 6: Twist the utensil slowly

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   Step 7: pushing into the shell.

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   Step 8: Blow into the hole to clear out the dust

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   Step 9: then appraise the holes size.

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    Step 10: Rinse the shell under a sink and clean your utensil and workspace.

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