LOVE OF THE SEA

Thursday, May 19, 2011

Sea Shell Cottage in Key West....

Looking for an amazing summer getaway? Look no further than the Seashell Cottage in Key West. This amazing cottage is decorated in shabby chic and has a spectacular shell encrusted kitchen and bathroom which is just heaven on earth for this seashell loving girl.

This looks like such a relaxing little paradise...I am going to check this out next time I'm in Key West.

If you want to read about all the details of this
very special place...you can follow this link.

Don't forget to enter my giveaway in celebration of reaching 200 "Likes" on my Facebook page. Drawing is tomorrow afternoon, Friday, May 20th.

Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Watermelon Wednesdays #4...A refreshing drink

I'll let the photograph do the talking....here's is an absolutely delicious drink recipe from Martha Stewart.

Ingredients:

8 cups chopped seedless watermelon (about 6 pounds)
1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 4 limes)
2 tablespoons sugar, plus 2 tablespoons more, if needed
1/2 cup vodka, (optional)
Mint leaves

Directions:

Working in batches, puree in blender watermelon with lime juice and sugar until smooth. Add more sugar, if needed.
Transfer puree to a pitcher; add vodka, if desired. Cover; chill until ready to serve.
Stir; pour into tumblers, over ice. Garnish with mint.

Hope you enjoy!!

Don't forget to stop by and enter my giveaway
on celebrating 200 Facebook "Likes".
Drawing is on Friday.

Sunday, May 15, 2011

Celebrating 200 Likes...

What better way to celebrate reaching 200 "Likes" on my Facebook page than a little coastal giveway for your summer entertaining. All you have to do is leave a comment letting me know what your favorite summer dish is.

This is a vibrant blue dish - that will go perfect on your summer tabletop. When I spotted this in one of my favorite stores last week - I knew that this would be a perfect way to celebrate reaching this milestone.

I will announce the winner on Friday, May 20th. Good luck.

Sand and Sea Sunday's at Gypsea Nurse....

I had great intentions to join Cricket's Sand and Sea's Sunday with a post on the beautiful water here in South Florida as I was planning on going boating today. Well - my plans quickly changed due to it being a cloudy and rainy Sunday so I thought I'd share an easy little coastal touch that I created this morning.

First, I started off with one of my canning jars...

Then I went outside and cut some branches off my bougainvillea tree....

And collected some coral and shells from my stash...

And put them all together...

Oops - I spy a nosy little visitor who is not suppose to be on the counter...

Maybe she thought there was some fish swimming in here...

So I am hoping the weather cooperates more for the next Sand & Sea Sunday...and now, I'm off to clean out my long neglected closet...which the weather has removed all excuses for me to work on!

Have an amazing day!

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Starfish upon your toes....

Hi there - this is the strangest thing but I posted this earlier in the week - and there were lots of comments...but then everything disappeared and then I found this in my drafts. So here we go again...hope you enjoy these fabulous sandals...
What better way to show off your pedicure ready toes...than to adorn them with starfish? Love these summer sandals from Mystique...

I refer to these as jewelry for the feet...

Which pair is your favorite?

...I've had a hard time picking just one pair

Sunday, May 8, 2011

Vintage & Coral...what a combination

Those of you who have read my blog for a while, know how much I love Etsy. Browsing through the many shops is one of my most favorite things to do. I've found some amazing treasures and continue to spend my time just enjoying all the wonderful vintage and handmade offerings.

So with that - I thought I'd share with you some of my favorite vintage coral jewelry pieces that I've been admiring. Nothing says summer coastal chic more - than coral accessories..especially with a bit of turquoise mixed in.

Hope you enjoy....