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18 signs you’re obsessed with beachcombing

You love heading to the beach and collecting sea glass, shells, and more. Here are 18 signs that it may be more than just a hobby.

The Lasting Beauty of Vintage Sand Pails

This beautiful collection of vintage sand pails feature beautiful bright colors and charming illustrations.

Mudlarking: Pirates of the River Thames

The valuable cargo in ships that clogged the River Thames in the 18th century attracted pilferers and river pirates.

Too Good to Be True

Learn about the perils of fake sea glass, a growing industry where thousands of dollars a year are spent on glass that has never been near a beach.

So much to shellebrate on Sanibel

Sanibel Island, just 15 miles long and only two miles at its widest, is home to the best shelling in North America.

Flotsam and Jetsam

What is the difference between flotsam and jetsam, and why is it important for beachcombers?

The Eastern Shore Sea Glass and Coastal Arts Festival

Drop anchor for sea glass, art, and history on April 6–7, 2019 in St. Michaels, Maryland.

Insider Tips for Festival Vendors

Learning about the application process can provide insights to help you increase your odds of being accepted to a show.

Yellow Sea Glass

To find true bright or clear pale yellow glass is rare indeed, a sea glass collector’s dream and a remarkable treasure.

Beach Reads

Even if you can’t get to the beach, you can dream of adventure, or learn about the waters that surround us, with these books.

Vetri Di Mare

Judith Altruda takes us on a glassing journey to her ancestral beaches, and also to two of Italy’s most iconic islands, Capri and Elba.

Cayucos Sea Glass Festival

The Cayucos Sea Glass Festival early March, is the main event during Mermaids in March in Cayucos, California.

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The poster is just what I wanted. Vivid colors also.

Vacation journal

Very nice journal. Looking forward to using it on my sea glass hunting vacation this spring!

Love Beach Combing Magazine!!

I Love learning more about all of the different treasures and the different places around the world that feature them! I have had a passion for collecting beach glass and treasures as long as I can remember. This is the perfect magazine for me ❤️

Loved this book!

I found this journal very helpful and I'm using it a great deal. I can recommend it.

This book was so informative and helpful. I learned so much! I wore my yellow highlighter out! Great photos, great information. I highly recommend.

Love when I open the mailbox and see Beach Combing.

The articles are very informative and easy to read.

A reading pleasure

Interesting articles different locations great pics.i look forward to receiving it!