Beach Decorating Blog

So excited to see how designer, Kristy Siebert, styled our Hugo Lantern in her "August in the Family Room" post on her lovely design blog - Starfish Cottage. We love how she's created a new look in her family room using cool neutrals with soft linens and knits, all in white and taupe shades. Perfect for creating a summer to fall transitional coastal room!Great design advice from Kristy: "I also like a touch of black in every room- it really helps to “ground” all my whites and keeps the … read more

Oh my goodness! So incredibly yummy, and unlike some other sangria recipes, this summer favorite fresh peach and wild coastal blackberry wine cocktail is a snap to make and can be served right away.Here's what you will need to serve 4-6 friends!2 to 3 fresh sliced peaches1/2 -1 cup fresh blackberries (I like more!)3/4 cup peach or apricot brandy1 bottle chilled Moscato wine1 liter chilled peach seltzer waterTip: I love vintage canning jars for all kinds of things - perfect idea for "summer on t … read more

Oysters are not my favorite....  But, I do like their natural ocean-shell beauty, and I do like to indulge that handsome husband of mine. So, today we will pack up our picnic basket and will hop in our car to take a drive along our California coast to Davenport on Hwy 1, just a tiny bit north of Santa Cruz.  A great way to celebrate his love of oysters on the upcoming National Oyster Day! (I love stopping here in Davenport to take pics of the "Sharks Tooth" - am always amazed … read more

Want to add some fun island home style, but are not sure where to start? We have to show off 15 of our latest fresh, new tropical home decor ideas for inspiration! Plenty of deep greens, palm fronds, flamingos and maybe a pineapple or two...Take a look!1. Serve Fancy Tropical Tidbits on a stunning Glass Pineapple Cake Stand!2. The Hobbs Plantation LampA classic tropical look to welcome friends and family to your home, this Hobbs Plantation Pineapple Table Lamp will give your room a fresh up … read more

My designing friend Nancy Manning, and I connected via twitter and became Facebook friends many years ago. I was so excited when she gave us a call last fall to order lamps for one of her best client's guest room re-do. The room turned out great.  Nancy was incredibly generous to send pics (we love our customers!) and answer some quick questions about her ideas for her Blue and White Room Re-Do design - enjoy!Bedroom BeforeHere's our conversation:Caron:Phew! Coming up for air aft … read more