Beach Decorating Blog

We escaped a few weeks ago to the Central Coast of California after we lost our power and internet for a few days due to the extreme high winds and dry fire danger weather in Half Moon Bay. Bummer for a lot of people here in our area, but we were fortunate to be able to jump in the car and have an adventure! Loaded up the Mini Cooper (BEST car for driving on Hwy 1!) and we were ready to roll in just a few hours. An opportune time to take our stemless whale tumblers and try out a new fall co … read more

Hosting Thanksgiving dinner is about more than putting delicious holiday food on the table. It is about spending time with those you love, gratitude and making memories. If your beach house is the gathering place for your loved ones this year, then check out the ten coastal inspired Thanksgiving tablescape ideas we’ve collected. These gorgeous settings blend traditional Thanksgiving decorations – like pumpkins, leaves and earthy tones – with beachy elements – like seashells, starfish and a … read more

Just in case you have not already tackled the carving duties at your house - here are a few clickable and printable links to check out for some beachy fun pumpkins! Originally Published in Coastal Living Magazine in 2012Compass Rose Tropical FishSmall Tropical FishStarfish and ShellsWishing you a safe and fun Halloween Night!  … read more

Take your art to an unexpected place with the Cliffside wall decor arrangement. This often overlooked space in your home is perfect for displaying artwork from your coastal collection! To master this look, get a consistent starting point to center your pieces. This can be tricky when working on an uneven surface like stairs, so remember - X marks the spot! For example, make a small "x" 60” (ideally to be eye-level) above the center of each step, then use painters tape to connect each s … read more

Love the look of creating a gallery art wall in your beach home, but not sure of where to start? We've gathered some great ideas and gallery art wall graphics to help you begin your new look.  Stay tuned - there will be FIVE different looks to check out!Part 1 "The Beachcomber"The Beachcomber wall decor layout is perfect for creating a relaxed and spontaneous feeling in your beach home. The playful mix-and-match nature of this arrangement makes this design super adaptable – you can add, … read more