a trough full of seashells

My friend Merideth has the cutest little coastal décor shop named MerMade Designs , right here in Newport Beach.  Don’t you love how she sty...

fun new vintage items for my table

Last week was a good week for finding a few little treasures.  I found a set of nice cowrie shell napkin rings on ebay (there are lots on eb...

sea fan art

Two interesting new additions to the dining room are these natural sea fans that are mounted on rustic, white-washed wooden boards.  The sea...

a sophisticated beach house

This home is relaxed and elegant all at the same time.  The style is an eclectic mix of casual, coastal and vintage.  As one of the six home...

a seaside inspired Winter dinner

We had a little dinner party this weekend and here is a peek at the table, inspired by my new seashell place card holders and the " De...

beachy tablescape

I stopped by to visit to my friend Meredith at her adorable little beach-inspired boutique   MerMade Designs yesterday and  came home with ...