Hello friends - how have you been?
I think it's safe to say that summer is here to stay. Today I had some time to work on my summer mantel and decided that since the rest of our house is sporting a beachy theme I would continue it onto the mantel.
Do you remember my Spring/Easter Mantel?
I decided to follow the same style yet
update it to fit in with the beachy theme...
How easy. It's simple, clean and it feels like summer...
These shells were collected during our travels. Some are from before hubby and I were parents while others are from family trips, but they each hold a special meaning.
Here is the other garland I made...
I'm happy with the way it turned out and hope you like it too.
So, what have you been up to? I have some time tonight and hope to catch up with all your beautiful creations.
Thank you so much for stopping by...I hope you are having a great Monday !
much love,
Lucy
liking at this wonderful party, and also here thank you for hosting.
http://todayscreativeblog.net/
I love the shell displays and the shell garland! So simple, but makes a huge impact! And it's so pretty & summery!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty Lucy. If I had a mantle I'd definitely want it to look like yours :o)
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is gorgeous! I love the beach theme! You did a wonderful job of bringing it all together!
ReplyDeleteI adore everything about your mantel!
ReplyDeleteI love this entry! It made me realize just how autumn-ish my rooms still look. Time for a few slipcovers and summer pillows to surface!
ReplyDelete'hugs from afar'
Everything looks beautiful! Love the colors :)
ReplyDeleteOh Lucy, it beautiful! I was just thinking about changing up my mantle. I love yours!
ReplyDeleteHope you have an awesome week!
big hug, Cheryl
Your summer theme looks gorgeous. I love this idea. I think I want to give it a try. Time to pick up some more shells.
ReplyDeleteRuth
So pretty and beachy! I did my summer mantle today and I had so much fun doing it! Puts me in the mood for the beach!
ReplyDeleteLucy-That looks beautiful...fresh and clean and summery. Please, please, please tell me you did NOT handcraft all those shells. I am thinking that you are going to need a 12 step program if you did!
ReplyDeleteWhat have I beem up to? 5'7" last I checked but I may be shrinking at this age!;>) Other than that, I am trying to keep ahead of SweetCheeks and Co. and all their messes--I love every mess! Hugs and hope you have a wonderful night- xo Diana
Lucy,
ReplyDeleteYour mantel is the pictue of summer! I LOVE the shells in the white frames. And your banner of starfish and shells puts this over the top! I would love to try my hand at this project.
Such an inspiring visit!
Yvonne
I love that you made all of these things - that is so special! I adore seashells too, every single one, even the broken shards are irresistable. The combination of all those treasures is pure joy. In truth, it looks just the way I want my house to look! ~diane
ReplyDeleteLove all the shell items that you made! I want to go to the beach now! Thanx for sharing. Just wonderful...You inspire me. tiffany
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love!! Please tell me how you did the Mason jar and sailboat!
ReplyDelete- Jenn @ Social Salutations
Love the shells in the frames, Lucy. That seems like a great project to try :)
ReplyDeleteThese are so beautiful, what a great idea! Your mantel looks perfectly beachy. :)
ReplyDeleteXO
love your beautiful creations you really made the seashells stand out I have a box of shells somewhere around here I am going to try my hand at this come see me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteHow simple and elegant. I love it!
ReplyDeleteKelly
I love your blog and I love your stunning pictures.
ReplyDeleteWow, how many readers you have now. Congratulation!!!!
Hugs Tanja
Love your summer mantle and love that all of it is handmade. Love your seashell shadow boxes. the newspaper for the background is so unexpected and really makes the shells pop.
ReplyDeleteSadly, I haven't been doing any home decor or sewing lately. I have been up to my third fave thing to do....photogrpaphy.
I received your message and emailed you. I also tried to fix the no reply blogger thing. Hoepfully it's working out right .
Ohhh now that is just gorgeous! Love it!
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ReplyDeletelove love love the beachy theme and your pics are sooo pretty - bt how do you get the hole through the shell without shattering it?
ReplyDeleteThanks
Elaine
What a fabulous way to display your special finds from the beach! Your blog is so inspiring! Can't wait to see more. PS: Love your garland too!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful, I love every single piece!
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful! I love that boat, so cute!
ReplyDeletelove these shell pictures, and would be so happy if you'd stop by Craft Schooling Sunday and share some of your amazing projects.....we've got a nice group of crafters, but no one with your kind of style!
ReplyDelete/sigh i just love your beach theme SO much! everytime i look at it i wanna curl up in a chair on the porch by the beach or something...
ReplyDeleteGorgeous mantel! I'm a sucker for shells and anything beachy :)
ReplyDeleteI featured this post on my "Inspiring Finds of the Week" post at 3 Meadow Lake Cottage...
http://www.3meadowlakecottage.com/2011/06/inspiring-finds-of-week-3.html
~Erin
What is the white wood board behind? did you make? I want one!!! Love it!
ReplyDeleteLucy, your mantle is absolutely beautiful! And how special that everything was made by you. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBrittany (aka Pretty Handy Girl)
Hey Lucy! I just love your beach themed mantel. I wanted to let you know I featured your sailboat today! Thanks for the inspiration :)
ReplyDeletehttp://designdininganddiapers.com/2012/06/top-10-tuesday-beach-inspired-crafts/
I found your shell project via Pinterest! It's wonderful! ;) I featured your project as one of my "pinspirations" for the Pinterest Summer Challenge.
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