Saturday, June 25, 2011

Seashells, Seashells by the Seashore

Or NOT!! Maybe I should say seashells by Pottery Barn, because that's where these came from. On my latest trip to PB I picked up a bag of shells and sand to add a little bit of summery touches around the house. 
The shell's were on sale too :-)





     Found these glass balls wrapped in netting in a clearance basket!




Had so many shells left over I started walking around the house to see where else I could use some.




Took the moss covered rocks out that I had in my little silver candy dish my mom bought me and added a few in there.


                                            





Have a great weekend everyone! We are celebrating Victoria's 5th b-day with family on Sunday. I can't believe my baby is going to kindergarten in September :(
                                              Martina


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35 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosJune 25, 2011 at 11:04 AM

    Looks wonderful Martina. Seashells just don't seem to work in my house, I have tried:)

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  2. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 25, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    The shells and the glass balls look wonderful. Love them in the jar and the silver dish is a great idea. Very pretty. Happy BD to your daughter. Hugs, Marty

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  3. TanyaJune 25, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I love the shells. They are so easy to decorate with, yet make your house look ready for Summer. Looks pretty :) Happy Weekend to you!

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  4. Ricki TreleavenJune 25, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    I hope you enjoy celebrating Victoria's birthday! your seashell collection is so pretty. :D

    I finally ordered a cloche, and I have no idea what I am going to put inside it. ;P

    ~Ricki Jill

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  5. BeverlyJune 25, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    I am loving that look for summer, looks beautiful w/ a fresh look.

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  6. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEJune 25, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    After July 4th I put my seashells out for the rest of summer. I am anxious to do it...although, I could pout, I don't have any of those glass balls and there is no PB near me. Love your vignettes...

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  7. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJune 25, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    They look great!

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  8. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJune 25, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Looking good, Martina and you are getting some mighty fine shots. They do grow up fast. She will soon be in high school, then college and then married!

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  9. UnknownJune 25, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Love the touches of jute. Nice.:)

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  10. Gracefully VintageJune 25, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Love the glass jar with sea shells- just lovely..
    Really like your chair in background..
    That style is my Fav...
    Great Finishing Touchs
    karryann
    New Follower as well

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  11. Gracefully VintageJune 25, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Love the glass jar with sea shells- just lovely..
    Really like your chair in background..
    That style is my Fav...
    Great Finishing Touchs
    karryann
    New Follower as well

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  12. KathyJune 25, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    It all goes in the blink of the eye, really way too fast. Ok I've been catching up on my blog reading and going through your posts is such eye candy...like reading a really good decorating book..love it!

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  13. CindyJune 25, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Your living room looks wonderful with the seashells in there. They look so pretty in the apothecary dish!
    Hugs, cindy

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  14. DebbiedoosJune 25, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Tell Victoria, Happy Birthday!

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  15. SherrieJune 25, 2011 at 11:43 PM

    Beautiful summer delights! Gorgeous shells!

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  16. Crystal @ Ordinary DaysJune 25, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    That looks so beautiful! Love it. We celebrated my daughter's 6th birthday today. Why do they have to grow up?!? :)

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  17. Linda@Coastal CharmJune 26, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    Now you must know that I'm lovin' all the coastal touches!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  18. Sharon Lee JohnsonJune 26, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    These shells are beautiful and beautifully displayed by you! Hope you are having a lovely weekend. x Sharon

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  19. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeJune 26, 2011 at 9:37 AM

    As someone who lives in a land-locked state, I completely appreciate buying PB shells :) Besides, who really finds that many gorgeous shells in one trip to the beach? They look great!

    I've got a little one heading to kindergarten this Fall, too. Time really does fly! Happy 5th birthday to Victoria!

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  20. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJune 26, 2011 at 1:00 PM

    Can't get over your great pictures. Loved all these shots. Happy Birthday to your daughter...enjoy EVERY single minute because before you know it she'll be all grown up. Happy Sunday!

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  21. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJune 26, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Your shells are so pretty! I love them in the footed bowl!

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  22. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJune 26, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I really like your shell vignette! I love collecting shells and keep them is a crystal dish!
    Hope your week is wonderful!

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  23. DebbiedoosJune 27, 2011 at 10:48 AM

    Thanks Martina for joining, your photography is getting so gooooood!

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  24. Jan@southernjunkin'June 27, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Cute, cute! I love to use shells any time!! Visiting from DebbieDoos Party!!

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  25. Becca BertottiJune 27, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I love your new shells !! And, the fact that you found them on clearance makes them even prettier !! I have the same wrapped glass balls ... might have to sneak by there and grab some more since they're on sale now !!

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  26. BabsJune 27, 2011 at 7:33 PM

    Martina, Great vignettes and I have the same glass fishing floats from PB. Love your shells in the silver compote, too.
    Babs

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  27. Pat@Back Porch MusingsJune 27, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    This is beautiful Martina. I love seashells. I've wondered if I could manage to do a mirror frame.

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  28. AnonymousJune 27, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Hi Martina! OH, I just love this! The seashells look great!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  29. Linda (More Fun Less Laundry)June 27, 2011 at 11:14 PM

    Hi MArtina, I always like shells in the house and yours look wonderful in the glass dish! Happy birthday to your baby girl! I remember when mine went to kindergarten. I was devastated until a friend told me to think of how much she would learn and grow there, and then I realized it was the right thing for her! Linda p.s. Mine just graduated from college a few weeks ago!

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  30. Anita at Cedar Hill June 28, 2011 at 1:26 AM

    Those are some of the most beautiful shells I have seen!

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  31. BluBabesCreateJune 28, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    Love the chair in the background. And of course the seashells.

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  32. Chari at Happy To DesignJune 28, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Hi Martina...

    Oooh...sooo pretty, my friend! That apothecary jar is gorgeous filled with the pretty shells! I love that you used twine around the jar lid! It really IS in all the details! And...I love how the shells look with the silver! I'm going to have to try that! Pretty, pretty, PRETTY!!! Martina, your photos are fabulous! They would be so pretty framed! Girlfriend, I have been hunting for the glass sea balls...I really like the netted ones! Sheeesh...I can't seem to find them anywhere!

    Well dear friend, thank you so much for sharing your beautiful seashell vignette with us...I love it! And...thanks so much for coming by today! I always enjoy our visits, dear friend!

    Warmest summery wishes,
    Chari

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  33. KathyJune 29, 2011 at 12:57 AM

    I am loving all these different kinds of shells that I am always on the hunt for, great post Martina

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  34. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)June 29, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    Great table! The jar is gorgeous filled with the pretty shells! Stunning shots too.Beautiful space you got here. Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  35. JudyBugJune 30, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Love the shells. I haven't done shells except for OnlySon's Rehearsal dinner in FL. I think I'm dragging all that out and using it this summer!

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina