Friday, October 21, 2011

Beach House Photo Friday - Nantucket Dreams

Yesterday, while having morning coffee with my friend Wendy at Liberty Bay Books in Poulsbo I was introduced to a seriously dangerous blog,  "Little Emma English Home".   Really, her posts are an "Oh My"  moment. I only say dangerous, because I could get lost all day in her posts and photos!  In fact,  I was almost an hour late to get to my friend Maggie's house on Miller Bay.  Thank goodness Maggie is also a beach girl, and totally understood....

Nantucket,  definitely on my bucket list.  I am West Coast girl through and through, but I just can't help myself, I am drawn to East Coast "seafaring" casual interiors.  I love the blues and whites, the sailing ships, the whaling history, and the mix of nautical done right!



What do you think?  Here's a few things that you can add to your decor to get the look!

Start with a Seagrass or Jute Rug to "anchor" your space -

Great pattern and texture in this Aaron All Natural Jute Rug

Don't be afraid of color - this Blue Knotted Reed rug is one of our faves!

A Driftwood Bouquet - Spotted at RowHouseNest


A Driftwood Inspired Whale - We call him Mocha!





Welcome Guests with a Bright Lobster Pillow!




An Anchor Candle Holder or two... Love this re-emerging brass look! (new on our site!)
Sconce Lighting provides something extra special plus they are space saving in a small beach cottage.  These Rustic Swing Arm Sconces are one of our top sellers!


And of course, a model sailing ship is a must!  Love this red and black sailing beauty -





Have a week - and don't forget to stop by Little Emma English Home, you will fall in love too!







6 comments:

  1. Oh yes, Little Emma English Home is a place you want to linger over.

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  2. Thanks for sharing her blog. So many beautiful photos.

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  3. I'm off to check out her blog right now - thanks for sharing. I love this style too!!!

    Hope you're enjoying your Seattle area visit.

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  4. i love the look too! especially the 2nd photo.
    your newest follower
    cheryl x

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  5. Love all of them - so New England-coastal!

    Have a lovely day---

    Linda
    beachside cottage

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Thank you so much for commenting on our Everything Coastal page, so excited to meet someone else who shares the love of exploring all that the coast has to offer! Will look forward to continuing our conversation.