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Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Beach Party!



I decided at the last minute to join the Beach Party, hosted by Gina at The Shabby Chic Cottage. I apologize about the less than fantastic photo quality, these were taken tonight and it's overcast outside.


The only thing beach-y I have is in my bathroom. We picked up this little boat at a local store called the Scrounge Around shop. I highly doubt it's even remotely old, but we liked it. And while I still like it, I'm not sure I want it in here anymore. I have my Syroco birds in here, as well as the little cast iron bird bath I found, so I'm not sure I want this to stay. And I'm thinking about updating it. Not sure. What do you think? I have a similar birdhouse with a chicken wire door that I thought about putting in here instead. Thoughts? Opinions?




This coral belonged to my parents... not sure where they got it, but it's real. The candle came from Pier One several years ago.




I think I bought this starfish, and the shell came from the in-laws' collection.



I bought the little dolphin on a field trip to St. Augustine when I was in the 4th grade. It's made of sand. And the sea biscuit I believe came from a vacation to the Keys in 5th grade.


I swear that it's not as dusty as it looks!! And check out that hideous orange/pink/brown tile! I cannot wait to update this bathroom! Can you see the gold flakes on the formica counter?!


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33 comments:

  1. Sandi@ Rose Chintz CottageAugust 25, 2009 at 9:08 PM

    Hi Wendy,
    Love your boat shelf and the coral. It is really beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Sandi

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  2. UnknownAugust 25, 2009 at 9:20 PM

    Your coral and starfish are really beautiful! Coral is one of my all time favorite things.

    Thanks for joining me today!

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  3. AnonymousAugust 25, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    You've inspired me to join, too...your pics weren't half-bad, actually, and your pieces are darling. Love.

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  4. TiffanyAugust 25, 2009 at 9:29 PM

    I think it's so cool that you still have a couple of treasures from grade school and that you have pieces of your family's collections. The boat is a great place to display them!

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  5. Joan@anythinsggoeshereAugust 25, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    What a cute display case for your beachy treasures.

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  6. MarieAugust 25, 2009 at 9:58 PM

    Hello Wendy - what a sweet beachy collection you have! Love the sea biscuit! Thank you for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Marie
    http://emmacallsmemama.com

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  7. Shari @ My Cottage of BlissAugust 25, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    What a cute and unique little shelf. It is perfect for displaying your beachy items and it looks so cute on your counter. :)

    I can relate to being anxious to update your bathroom because my bathroom use to have the same type of tile and countertop.

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  8. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsAugust 25, 2009 at 10:03 PM

    Love seeing your beach finds!

    ...especially the ones from when you were little! and the ones that belonged to your family!

    I love that they are in your bathroom...so dont know about changing the theme... do you have another bathroom perhaps or a separate washroom to still have the beach theme around?

    Blessings & Aloha!

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  9. AnnyAugust 25, 2009 at 10:06 PM

    This is so cute! That rope draped over the piece gave me a great idea for a lamp too :D

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  10. Blue Creek HomeAugust 25, 2009 at 10:07 PM

    I think a bird house would look great especially since you have some birds in there already. But, I do hope you will have a nice place to put the cute boat and it's lovely shell collection.
    Rhonda

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  11. Susan (Between Naps On The Porch.net)August 25, 2009 at 10:30 PM

    What a cute piece...love that you have beachy things on the shelves. The coral is really pretty! :-) Susan
    P.S. Your pics are great! :-)

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  12. AnonymousAugust 25, 2009 at 10:54 PM

    Hi Wendy! It's nice to meet you and thank you for popping in to see me. I like your little boat shelf! Great to know you've kept your olden things!
    Be a sweetie and I hope you'll come back again for a visit!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  13. LeanneAugust 25, 2009 at 11:04 PM

    I love beachy bathrooms. I really miss Florida. Love your coral, starfish and sea biscuit especially. You inspired me to join the party, thanks!

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  14. ShannonAugust 25, 2009 at 11:47 PM

    Great job! I love the display.

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  15. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 25, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    I love it that you have your beach treasures in one spot. Great little boat shelf!
    Debra

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  16. MarianneAugust 26, 2009 at 12:38 AM

    The coral is just beautiful and I really like the little boat. But a chance is always good, so go for the update of your bathroom and I am sure one day you will find the perfect new home for your boat (I think it could make a nice shelpunit outside too).

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  17. Michelle, All Home and LoveAugust 26, 2009 at 2:22 AM

    Cute, beachy touch! We had a boat like that when we were first married, I'm trying to remember where we kept it.....I think in our bedroom but I'm not positive. I sold it at a yard sale a few years ago and the man who bought it seemed really excited! I wonder what he did with his new boat.
    ~Michelle

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  18. ReReAugust 26, 2009 at 8:53 AM

    Thanks for sharing a piece of you. Love the coral. It tugs at my heart that you have held on to pieces of the past! Truly heart warming.

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  19. Glenda/MidSouthAugust 26, 2009 at 9:39 AM

    You have a pretty collection, and the boat is a great way to display it.

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  20. santamakerAugust 26, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    Love the nautical accent!

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  21. UnknownAugust 26, 2009 at 1:05 PM

    I love that boat!

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  22. Kim @ Starshine ChicAugust 26, 2009 at 4:48 PM

    Love the little boat & the shells. I've been to Florida one time & went to St Augustine. Never been to the keys but I would love to go. Thanks for sharing your beachy decor.

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  23. Manuela@A Cultivated NestAugust 26, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    That boat shelf is so cute! I've been looking for some coral at the thrift store (I figured maybe someone would get tired of the the whole shells etc thing) but no luck. Love yours!

    Manuela

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  24. AliciaAugust 26, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    Thanks for stopping by! I love the little boat and obviously all the objects it holds have special meaning since you have a little memory of each. Maybe hanging on the wall? Then you could still display your birdbath?

    I hear ya on the tile work in your bathroom. Believe it or not the tile in mine is baby blue and baby pink! I know, who would pick those colors?

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  25. JoyceAugust 26, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    Love that you saved all your fun trip items that mean so much for you. Cute little boat shelf. Thanks for sharing with me.
    Joyce

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  26. MarlaAugust 27, 2009 at 9:32 AM

    Wendy, love how you remember where all the shells came from and the little dolphin, how sweet. Great boat shelf. Marla

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  27. Drawn to The SeaAugust 27, 2009 at 10:46 AM

    I could sit & look at pretty shell arrangements all day. Most of mine have memories associated with them as well.

    Happy Day :-)
    ~Julia

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  28. Amanda @ Serenity NowAugust 27, 2009 at 4:44 PM

    I can't see the gold flakes in the formica, but I love that sea biscuit. Cute arrangement with all the shells. :) Thanks for the visit!

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  29. BeccaAugust 29, 2009 at 4:30 PM

    Hey Wendy!

    I always love seeing your happy chicken in my blog comments!!! Thanks for coming by often and for adding your fun blog to the roll!!!

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  30. The Blushing HostessAugust 29, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    So pretty. Well done!

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  31. SachikoAugust 29, 2009 at 11:49 PM

    I love your coral and starfish! They are so beautiful!

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  32. Jenny in MaineAugust 30, 2009 at 11:11 AM

    Too cute Wendy. I had planned on joining this blog but the day got away from me. Love the coral!!

    Hugs

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  33. Lynne (lynnesgiftsfromtheheart)August 30, 2009 at 11:23 AM

    Hi Wendy, it is so nice to meet you. I love all your boat shelf and the coral is so rich looking. I'll share this post with my daughter. She loves "anything" related to the beach. Thanks for stopping in to say hello... you are welcome any time.
    hugs ~lynne~

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