Capiz Shell Crafts

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Did you know that these handicrafts are made of Capiz shells?

Capiz shell is a bivalve marine mollusk whose outer shell is used for making handicrafts or in any commercial use. Capiz shell is named after one of the provinces of the Philippines which is Capiz since it is where it flourishes and is very abundant.

Capiz shell curtains, chandeliers, lamp shades, lanterns, fashion jewelries, candle holders, shell tiles, and wall panels are just a few of the products that could be made out of capiz shells. Capiz shell is known to be a very versatile material that you can do a lot of possible things with. From fashion jewelries and accessories to gift items and home decorations, you can see a lot of these crafts/products that are made of capiz shells.

Capiz shell crafts are one of the everyday living sources of some of the Filipino people. That’s why the Philippines is known to be the primary exporter of capiz shell crafts. Filipino craftsmen and artisans take time to come up with these capiz shell crafts because it takes a lot of process to reproduce the best quality products.

As captivating as it looks, it is also an eco-friendly product since it is made of raw materials. Capiz shell crafts embody elegance and style that would turn your simple room into a stylish one, given the example of capiz shell wall panels. Instead of the usual painted walls, when you use capiz shell wall panels, it definitely converts your plain wall into a stylish and more captivating wall.

Capiz shell crafts are very popular not only as a home decoration but also in hotels, condominiums, malls, restaurants, and different architectural buildings.

The Versatile Capiz Shells Of The Philippines

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With this beautiful translucent capiz shells nothing is thrown to waste. From its meat up to its shell it has its own use. It’s meat are edible and can be eaten while its shells can be made into a lot of possible things such as interior decorations like chandeliers, candle holders, lamps, curtains, picture frames and even wall panels and tiles. A lot of hotels and resorts use this finished products of capiz shells into decorating and designing their interiors to add more elegance and style on every room.

 

Capiz Shells finished products are not only seen on interior decorations but also in accessories and fashion jewelries like necklaces, bangles, clutch bag, earrings, coin purse, chokers, hairclips, and a lot more. This capiz shell jewelries never go out of style. You can definitely wear it in different occasions or even for everyday use.

 

These things just prove how versatile this capiz shells are. This being versatile just make us think more of things that could be made out of capiz shells.These finished products are sophisticated enough to add elegance within a certain area in any room.  From a plain shell turned into beautifully designed products, it is really a gift of nature.

Famous Capiz Shell Of The Philippines

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Capiz shells belong to a taxonomic family, Placunidae. It is scientifically known as Placuna Placenta, also known as the windowpane oyster, which is found in the coastal waters of the Philippines. Capiz shells being abundant here in the Philippines leads the people to discover possible things that could be made out of capiz shells specifically for commercial business.

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The use of capiz shells in decorating homes started during Spanish colonization. Houses during that time are styled with sliding windowpanes that are made of capiz shells rather than glass windows. Its translucent shade allows the sunlight to come in even though the window is closed. Windowpanes made of capiz shells are considered one of the most distinct and beautiful architectural details of old Philippine buildings.

Capiz shells are versatile and elegant decorating raw materials. Some of the most popular capiz shell-made products are lamp shades, curtains, floor lamps, table lamps, chandeliers, picture frames, candle holders, jewelry, handbags, bathroom accessories, walling panels, lanterns, plates, and a lot more. This just proves that a lot can be made out of this shell.

Imagine how many things can be done from just a flat concave shell. Who wouldn’t love to have one of its finished products? With its stylish design and elegance, you wouldn’t miss to have one. It’s popularity has never fade and a lot of people still want to have it decorated in their houses, restaurants, or condominiums.

These finished products of capiz shells are not only in demand locally in the Philippines but also in other countries already. A lot of foreigners are being captivated and attracted by this stylish and elegant creation of capiz shells.