Category Archives: shells

>Pink Saturday: Beach Dreams

Posted on November 20, 2010 by marierhoades

> Rain boots are my official footwear this day . . .  Oh, how I dream of sandy beaches with pink shells near the bay… PINK Conch …plus warm enough weather for bare toes all day. PINK Polka Dots I … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, flamingo, pink, saturday, shells, Uncategorized | 18 Comments

>Giga Shell: All Dressed Up

Posted on October 14, 2010 by marierhoades

>The delightful Debbie of Love of the Sea was recently blown away by the retail prices of Giga Shells (up to $1500.00!) so she decided she clearly had to go in a different direction… “I didn’t want to abandon my … Continue reading →

Posted in clams, coastal decorating, Completely Coastal, Decor, decorating, giant shells, giga shell, Love of the Sea, Seashells, shell decor, shells | 8 Comments

>Seashell Chandeliers – Gorgeous or Gaudy?

Posted on October 8, 2010 by marierhoades

> I just have to know… how do you feel about Seashell Chandeliers!?! I ♥love them♥; however I’ve heard from a few (in order to protect the guilty I will not name, names! LOL!) that they think they’re more than … Continue reading →

Posted in chandelier, i love shelling, Lighting, Seashells, shells | 11 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

>Pelicans, Seagulls & Contest Winner!

Posted on September 1, 2010 by marierhoades

> Life isn’t about waiting for the storm to pass; it’s learning to dance in the rain ~ Unknown  The seashore is an ever changing habitat, that is beautiful in either streaming sunshine or thick damp fog…last week we enjoyed … Continue reading →

Posted in Beach, pelicans, photography, seagulls, Seashells, shells | 5 Comments

>A Treasure of Seashells

Posted on August 30, 2010 by marierhoades

>On a recent outing to the seashore my daughter & I found ourselves acting as children and playing precariously in the sun-warmed sand.  Let me explain…our afternoon had been spent reminiscing and laughing with no seashell collecting to be had. … Continue reading →

Posted in candles, clams, crafts, mirror, oysters, projects, Seashells, shells | 11 Comments

>Sally loves Seashells

Posted on July 30, 2010 by marierhoades

>We’re celebrating the coastal lifestyle with SEASHELLS today ~ we found some wonderful & inspiring seashell ideas that we just HAD to share! Sharlotte of Ms Sharlotte’s Southern Reflections inspires us with her easy and fast seashell display boxes.  “I found a … Continue reading →

Posted in beach house living, christmas, crafts, projects, Seashells, shadow box, shells, starfish | 9 Comments

>Charming Inspirations

Posted on July 23, 2010 by marierhoades

>Charm: The power or quality of pleasing or delighting; attractiveness. As I’ve grown older I’ve come to appreciate the little things in life. I’m easily charmed by what others may consider to be quaint and simple…and completely humbled by the … Continue reading →

Posted in charm, coastal decorating, Decor, decorating, Interior Design, Seashells, shells | 12 Comments

>Memories become Mirrored Seashell Tray

Posted on June 15, 2010 by marierhoades

>I’m constantly impressed with how my “beachy blogging friends” showcase seashells in their homes. I’ve seen many used in craft projects and displayed in dishes, bowls and baskets.  One that caught my eye recently was on Shellbelle’s Tiki Hut  blog.  She … Continue reading →

Posted in coastal decorating, crafts, Decor, decorating, Garage Sale, Interior Design, projects, Seashells, shells | 14 Comments