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How to create a coastal inspired wreath

How to create a coastal inspired wreath

For years and years, I’ve been hosting wreath making workshops for friends.  It’s allowed me to hone my wreath making skills as I’ve taught countless others to make theirs.  I’m now also hosting workshops at the local garden centre.  Taking it one step further, I 

How to Decorate A Coastal Christmas Mantle

How to Decorate A Coastal Christmas Mantle

If your heart belongs to the sea, why not let that love shine through your holiday décor? A coastal Christmas mantel is the perfect way to blend festive warmth with breezy seaside charm. This look celebrates natural textures, ocean treasures, and that relaxed coastal glow 

Coastal Christmas Decor – Embrace the Sea

Coastal Christmas Decor – Embrace the Sea

As the holiday season draws near, many of us dream of a cozy, festive home filled with the warm glow of lights and the scent of seasonal greenery. But what if you could take a different approach to Christmas decor—one that blends the natural beauty 

New Year Refresh

New Year Refresh

New Year’s is such a time of rebirth – resolutions, goals and projects are all come to mind.  But equally important is a refresh for your home.  Here are my suggestions for a New Year Refresh to recharge your batteries, create peace and harmony in 

Coastal Autumn Decor

Coastal Autumn Decor

Autumn is my very favourite time of year.  Warm days, cool nights, sweaters, pumpkins, pumpkin lattes, pumpkin patches…. do you sense a theme?  And then the coast is my very favourite place to be so combining them together into Coastal Autumn Decor results in setting 

Coastal Grandmother Bridal Shower

Coastal Grandmother Bridal Shower

Embracing Elegance: A Coastal Grandmother Bridal Shower by the Ocean In early June under a sky painted with pastel hues, we celebrated a unique and enchanting bridal shower, capturing the essence of the “coastal grandmother” aesthetic. This delightful event was hosted at The Beach Chalet, 

Creative Easter Decor Ideas

Creative Easter Decor Ideas

As spring approaches, it brings with it the promise of renewal and celebration. And what better way to welcome this season of hope and joy than by adorning our homes with vibrant Easter decor? Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply want to infuse your 

Coastal Grandmother Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Coastal Grandmother Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Being the Mum of three wonderful sons, I feel truly blessed to share a coastal cottage with my boys and their partners when visiting. With this experience in mind, I’ve curated this Coastal Cottage Mother’s Day Gift Guide, knowing what kind of presents I would 

Embracing the Charm of Cottagecore: A Guide to Cottagecore Design

Embracing the Charm of Cottagecore: A Guide to Cottagecore Design

Cottagecore is an aesthetic and lifestyle that romanticizes a simple and idyllic rural life, often drawing inspiration from the aesthetics of rural cottages, farms, and nature. It emerged as a popular trend on social media platforms and has gained a dedicated following, especially among younger 

Transforming a dark log cabin into “The Beach Chalet”

Transforming a dark log cabin into “The Beach Chalet”

You might say that I am an accidental log home owner.  I certainly wasn’t in the market for a one.  It wasn’t even on my radar.  But when the ideal property at the right price turned up during my search for a beach home, I 

Workshops

Workshops

Seasonal craft workshops in the Comox Valley.  Some are in my Interior Design Studio and some are held at 40 Knots Winery or Ace Brewing.  Check back frequently as new workshops are scheduled often. upcoming Past Workshops What: Driftwood Spinner Workshop Date: Sunday April 26, 

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

Given how much I love coastal decor, this Valentine’s Day Gift Guide has a few “beachy” suggestions which will look amazing in your home all year long.  Just hover over each item or click on the pictures to learn more. Heart gift ideas Being the 

Organizing the Mudroom

Organizing the Mudroom

While we’re all physically distancing and socially isolating, I’m getting a little antzy.  Which means either something gets painted, rearranged or organized.  Here are my steps for organizing the mud room, or the “boot room” for those of you who are more posh.   With the 

How to craft an Oyster Shell Garland

How to craft an Oyster Shell Garland

The inspiration I first saw the idea for this craft project in a store and (being creative) thought that I could easily make it.  As it turns out, I was right!  As it was such a simple project, I’m sharing how to craft an oyster 

Winter White Decor

Winter White Decor

Decorating away the post-Christmas blues The house feels so empty once all the Christmas decorations come down.  To combat those post-Christmas blues, I decorate with winter white decor.  As with New Year’s resolutions, white feels like a fresh new start to the year in anticipation