Don’t throw away those pistachio shells the next time you are snacking; you can use them to make some awesome crafts! From home décor to jewelry, you’ll be amazed at these 20+ crafts with pista shells.
If you have kids, you’re probably familiar with crafts using food like dried pasta, beans, and even potato stamps. You also know all about upcycling paper trash like toilet paper rolls and magazines for crafting. Now you can add pista (or pistachio) shells to these crafting lists!
After munching on some pistachios, you probably throw your shells out, right? Now you are going to be collecting them for all of the fun DIY ideas you can make with them!
There are numerous kids’ craft ideas using pista shells, but the list I’ve collected and shared below has over twenty adult crafts you can make using these nutty shells.
Go ahead; scroll down and be amazed by what you can make using a pile of shells that would have been headed for the trash!
Crafts with Pista Shells
Don't toss those pistachio shells after snacking! From DIY home decor to jewelry, you'll be amazed at these 20+ crafts made with pista shells.
Mini Christmas Tree
After some holiday pistachio snacking, why not make this super cute pista shell mini Christmas tree? I love the addition of the craft snow!
Peacock
This is mainly a paper art design, but the peacock feathers are made using pistachio shells and paint. Just look at the detail—beautiful!
Gift Embellishment
Use your pista shell flowers to dress up a wrapped gift. Add some twine and pieces of fresh greens to finish it off.
Ombre Necklace
Paint and Mod Podge were used for this gradient, or Ombre effect, necklace.
Tulips
I can't believe that these aren't real tulips! Painted pistachio shells create a beautiful tulip ready to bloom.
Succulent
A hot glue gun and green paint is all you need for this craft. I can't believe how real they look!
Faux Succulent Wreath
Now that you know how to make a succulent, you can make this DIY wreath. This craft was time consuming, but definitely worth the effort, don't you think?
Wall Hanging
This Boho wall art is made using pista shells and thread. It reminds me of the new yarn wall hangings everyone is making!
Votive Candle Holder
Katie loves candles and lanterns and also loves upcycling objects that would otherwise be trash. This votive candle holder encompasses both of these loves!
Pendant Necklace
Create a medallion or pendant necklace using pistachio shells. This one has a tight faux succulent look, but keeps the natural shell color.
Cactus Plant
These are just the cutest mini prickly pear cacti I've ever seen! She also shows you how to make keychains with them.
Cotton Stems
Cotton stems are often used in home decorating. These stems are pretty much free and were made using found sticks, cotton balls and pista shells!
Mirror Frame
Have you ever seen those plastic spoon mirror frames? This is the same idea on a smaller scale using pista shells!
Flower Blooms
Similar to the cotton stems shown earlier, these flower blooms were created using a small branch/twig from a tree. This really is a piece of art!
Sunflower Art
Add a touch of bright yellow to your walls with this pistachio shell art with sunflowers!
Shell Art: Birds On a Tree
Use pista shells to create birds within a piece of art. My favorite part is the swing with two birds!
Strawberry Sign
Learn how to make this cute sign using pistachio shells as strawberries. They are so adorable!
Halter Top
This fun halter top is reminiscent of a 70's beaded curtain! There isn't a step-by-step for this DIY, but she does discuss a bit about creating this wearable art.
Topiary
Pista shells and dried flowers come together to make an awesome topiary!
Vase
Create a flower vase using a balloon and pista shells! The end result is actually quite elegant, don't you think?
Shell Mosaic
Make your own version of this beautiful mosaic art. There is an easy to follow step-by-step tutorial on this site!
Eco Earrings
Get out your earring-making supplies and incorporate pista shells into your new creations. Make some earrings to go with one of the necklaces shown earlier in the list.
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