Beach Decorating Blog

There is just nothing quite like REAL summertime nectarines and plums; sweet, plump and juicy = yum. Especially if you are lucky enough to have your own fruit trees or a local farm stand nearby.  We've come up with an easy, delish summertime cocktail using local stone fruit - looks gorgeous and tastes even better - your beach home guests will think you are quite the mixoloist!Here's what you need for your Summer Stone Fruit Sangria: 1/4 cup Vanilla Simple Syrup 1+ cup sliced Nectarines (w … read more

Did you see us in the magazine?  Pretty exciting to see our name featured in the summer Seaside Style issue of Cottages & Bungalows Magazine! So happy that the editors chose to showcase one of our favorite artisan handcrafted door knockers - take a peek...(See #9 Below)   P.S. We do also have the gorgeous #8 Nassau Mercury Glass Lamp with Starfish Decorating on our site...And for even more cool front door ideas - check our complete category of door knocker and d … read more

It's that time of year - break out the Red, White and Blue!Summer is Here! Our team has been collecting room decorating inspiration for adding a red, white and blue American nautical style to your home, and I think we've found some winners! Check out these colorful rooms, and see how easy it is to change a few decor accents and you can decorate for summer holidays by the water.1. Cute cottage room from Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage - Adding red,white and blue themed coastal pillows (don't you ju … read more

An essential ingredient to adding a polished touch, with a hint of vintage nautical;  display a large scale model sailboat or even a regatta - take a look! We have so many room ideas for your inspiration and our latest decorating obsession...Designer Libby Langon's Room featuring the Tangerine and Navy Cooper Square Rug at Caron's Beach House(Source: Maine Home - Cottage by the Sea)To give your room a sophisticated, classic polished finish and to instantly bring in the romance of sailing an … read more

It's Spring - time to be brave with color! We want to show you a creative approach to combining a different color combination for beach house decorating. Not the same old shades of blue, light blue, aqua and white, but something that will really pop and warm up a room! You have to be a little brave to pull it off, but we really like it - Coral-Orange + Turquoise-Aqua! Take a look - Here are 10 room examples for inspirations! Maybe something you could try at your house? Maybe just … read more