Most sea glass started as a simple glass bottle. It begins as a manmade item before the sea polishes it into sea glass. Therefore, you need areas that have had bottles thrown in the water. [4] X Research source
Go between autumn and spring. This is when the sea is likely to be the most rough. [5] X Research source
During a full moon, tides will be stronger. This is helpful for the water to move the sea glass onto the shore. [7] X Research source
With a location where there will likely be many people looking for sea glass, try to get there early to avoid competition.
Distinguish between glass and sea glass. It takes at least 7-10 years for a piece of glass to become sea glass. If you’ve found a piece that has jagged edges and shiny spots, that’s still glass. Sea glass, on the other hand, is well-frosted and has smooth edges from being churned by waves over time. [10] X Research source
The best glass comes from old bottles, which are thicker and of bolder colors. The brighter colors come from wine-cooler bottles which look pretty but are very thin. The new abundance of blue glass is credited to the popularity of SKYY Vodka. Green, brown and clear are beer bottle colors.
Some glass is easier to find wet, while other colors are easier when dry. Green is easy to find wet or dry. White is easier when dry. Brown is easier when wet. Blue can be found wet or dry, but may look almost black when dry. Red is easier to find when dry. Amber is easier when wet. Black is always difficult to find.
Include your kids in this. They will enjoy not only finding sea glass, but also making crafts with it. Help them glue it to a picture they draw to add decoration.
You could even place sea glass at the bottom of a fish tank. It will add color and visual interest to the tank.
To help sell it, take quality pictures of it in good lighting. Try to eliminate any shadows or other distractions to the sea glass in the picture.
