Category Archives: crafts

>Beachy, Cottagy, Simple! Laundry Room

Posted on January 12, 2011 by marierhoades

> Heather working in her studio Simple Daisy owner, Heather, describes a few of her favorite things as daisies, butterflies, days spent on the beach and the color aqua blue. She's also about adding things to her home which reflect … Continue reading →

Posted in coastal decorating, cottage, craft projects, crafts, laundry room | 11 Comments

>{DIY} Snow Angel Tree Topper with Seashell Wings

Posted on December 3, 2010 by marierhoades

> As promised, here is the Christmas Tree Topper that I made for my little Seashell Christmas Tree this year.  Several years ago I purchased some pre-made muslin snowmen from a local craft store at their after-Christmas sale… These little … Continue reading →

Posted in christmas, craft projects, crafts, projects, seashell crafts, Seashells, Tree Topper | 6 Comments

>A Little Sand Between Your Toes!

Posted on November 9, 2010 by marierhoades

> Summer is a state of mind . . . I was going through photographs taken this year and had completely forgotten about the one above. When my daughter, Elizabeth, was visiting us at the beach this summer we found … Continue reading →

Posted in coastal decorating, crafts, Decor, decorating | 17 Comments

>A Luminary Creates Some Needed Laughter!

Posted on November 2, 2010 by marierhoades

>I’ve been a bit preoccupied lately – let me explain… The hubby, David, was injured at work almost two and a half years ago.  He has had three surgeries on his right arm and wrist; however still lives with daily … Continue reading →

Posted in crafts, luminaries, Personal, Seashells | 8 Comments

>Autumn Starfish Craft Project: Felt Inspiration

Posted on October 26, 2010 by marierhoades

>Drawn in by the oranges, reds and browns of the changing foliage, Bear Dance Crafts, shared this beautiful Autumn starfish photograph on their blog recently. It’s definitely something a little different to celebrate the Autumn season; which we LOVE! Inspired … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, crafts, projects, starfish | 4 Comments

>Five Finger Starfish: All Jazzed Up!

Posted on October 11, 2010 by marierhoades

>Five Finger Starfish are so heavenly divine ~ I could have them everywhere in my home and never tire looking at them.  Tales from an OC Cottage jazzed up some Starfish by using strips from an old book (Pride & … Continue reading →

Posted in coastal decorating, cottage, crafts, projects, starfish, tales from an oc cottage | 8 Comments

>Glittered Pumpkins & Gourds for Fall!

Posted on September 23, 2010 by marierhoades

>Yippy, it’s official…Autumn is here! The Washington coast has had blue skies overhead for the past couple of days; but Autumn is definitely here as each morning has a cool crispness in the air…which I LOVE! I also love to … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, crafts, projects, pumpkins | 3 Comments

>Sail Away with Me: A Mural

Posted on September 20, 2010 by marierhoades

> Happy Monday ~ I hope that everyone had a wonderful weekend.  Mine went by too darn fast, how about you? I did finally finish up a little mural that I’ve been working on for a few weeks.  I have … Continue reading →

Posted in coastal crafts, crafts, mural, painting, projects, sail, sailboat | 16 Comments

>Seashell Crafts Are a Great Distraction

Posted on September 13, 2010 by marierhoades

> Happy Monday, my beachy friends. I hope that you had a great weekend and found some time to dig your toes in the sand…or at least relax and dream about digging your toes in the sand! I’ve been cleaning … Continue reading →

Posted in better homes and gardens, crafts, projects, Seashells, shells | 4 Comments

>Candles, Leaves, Seashells & Glitter – It Must Be Fall!

Posted on September 8, 2010 by marierhoades

>Red and orange leaves dance in the street; the crisp morning air intoxicates the soul as we say goodbye to fond summer memories and hello to the the joys of Fall… Mg Photography© 2010 The lovely, Melissa, of The Inspired … Continue reading →

Posted in Autumn, coastal decorating, crafts, decorating, FALL, Interior Design, PARTY, projects, Seashells, SEASONS, shells | 24 Comments