Beach Decorating Blog

Fab Lighthouse Knocker - Featured in Cottages and Bungalows Summer Issue

Fab Lighthouse Knocker - Featured in Cottages and Bungalows Summer Issue

Posted by Caron on Jun 14, 2019

Did you see us in the magazine?  Pretty exciting to see our name featured in the summer Seaside Style issue of Cottages & Bungalows Magazine! So happy that the editors chose to showcase one of our favorite artisan handcrafted door knockers - take a peek...(See #9 Below)   P.S. We do also have the gorgeous #8 Nassau Mercury Glass Lamp with Starfish Decorating on our site...And for even more cool front door ideas - check our complete category of door knocker and d … read more
Nautical Patriotic Rooms - 10 of our Faves

Nautical Patriotic Rooms - 10 of our Faves

Posted by Denise on Jun 13, 2019

It's that time of year - break out the Red, White and Blue!Summer is Here! Our team has been collecting room decorating inspiration for adding a red, white and blue American nautical style to your home, and I think we've found some winners! Check out these colorful rooms, and see how easy it is to change a few decor accents and you can decorate for summer holidays by the water.1. Cute cottage room from Shannon at Fox Hollow Cottage - Adding red,white and blue themed coastal pillows (don't you ju … read more
Outdoor Coastal Rugs - How to Choose The Right Size

Outdoor Coastal Rugs - How to Choose The Right Size

Posted by Caron on May 30, 2019

It's summertime at the seaside! Time for beach house guests, neighborhood parties and time to be outside and enjoy everything that life at the coast has to offer. Outdoor rugs with a nautical-coastal theme are a fantastic way to instantly add color and style to your deck or patio. A few tips that we have learned over the years that we'd like to pass on while you are considering adding an indoor-outdoor rug for your space: 1. When choosing an outdoor rug, you must know the size of your … read more
Decorating Tip: Add a Sailboat

Decorating Tip: Add a Sailboat

Posted by Caron on May 08, 2019

An essential ingredient to adding a polished touch, with a hint of vintage nautical;  display a large scale model sailboat or even a regatta - take a look! We have so many room ideas for your inspiration and our latest decorating obsession...Designer Libby Langon's Room featuring the Tangerine and Navy Cooper Square Rug at Caron's Beach House(Source: Maine Home - Cottage by the Sea)To give your room a sophisticated, classic polished finish and to instantly bring in the romance of sailing an … read more
Coral-Orange + Turquoise: 10 Coastal Room Ideas for Inspiration

Coral-Orange + Turquoise: 10 Coastal Room Ideas for Inspiration

Posted by Denise on Apr 24, 2019

It's Spring - time to be brave with color! We want to show you a creative approach to combining a different color combination for beach house decorating. Not the same old shades of blue, light blue, aqua and white, but something that will really pop and warm up a room! You have to be a little brave to pull it off, but we really like it - Coral-Orange + Turquoise-Aqua! Take a look - Here are 10 room examples for inspirations! Maybe something you could try at your house? Maybe just … read more