A shallow divided box becomes a pretty display for beach mementos. Paint an unfinished crafts-store box with acrylic paints in sea hues. Line some compartments with photocopies from a shelling guide. (Use decoupage medium to adhere the paper.) Stand the box upright to show off shells, starfish, and containers of beach glass and sand.

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Try a vintage printer’s tray or upturned utensil basket to create a similar display space.