Let paint dry overnight. Finish by spraying several thin coats of clear acrylic spray. This will make the natural colors of the shell look bright and wet. If the first coat of spray is too heavy, the words will run. It is better to spray the paint in very very thin coats, allowing each to dry before adding the next.
Some shells used in cooking are available in specialty stores that sell cooking implements.
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