Sunday = National Oyster Day!

Oysters are not my favorite....  But, I do like their natural ocean-shell beauty, and I do like to indulge that handsome husband of mine. So, today we will pack up our picnic basket and will hop in our car to take a drive along our California coast to Davenport on Hwy 1, just a tiny bit north of Santa Cruz.  A great way to celebrate his love of oysters on the upcoming National Oyster Day!

 (I love stopping here in Davenport to take pics of the "Sharks Tooth" - am always amazed that we actually get to live here!)

We discovered American Abalone Farm there about a year ago. They actually farm abalone, but they always also have fresh oysters in the shells, and a variety of other in-season seafood like Dungeness Crabs and red sea urchins (not brave enough to try those yet!)   

Can't help it.... I always grab a few of these gorgeous Abalone Shells when while Tom picks out his oysters....

In the meantime, I thought I would leave you all with some of my favorite oyster shell home decorating ideas. Oysters can be found on the West Coast, the East Coast and every spot in between! And as always, I am amazed at how adding that extra touch of pearl-lustre of natural shell into your home can really make such a glamorous statement!

Pretty Beach Room featured at Currey and Co! P.S. You can see the Saltwater Oyster Chandelier on our site...

Check out this elegant oyster shell centerpiece from Paisley and Jade. So pretty, and simple with a rustic beach cottage feel.  The more shells clustered the better - I can even imagine this on an outdoor table for a last of the summer beach party!

Just take a look at the oyster shell covered lamp in this Austin Home (not on the coast!) featured at House of Turquoise!

Check out this adorable DIY chandelier that I discovered at Dixie Delights!

She even added a complete tutorial!

And you can always count on Jane Coslick for gorgeous oyster shell ideas!

Love love that oyster shell covered fireplace! (So sorry, not sure of source)

Simply beautiful oyster shell table garland for a seaside wedding! This could be used over and over again for all kinds of beach parties - so pretty. (Source: OnceWed.com)

Who could resist this oyster shell candle holder? Completely Coastal featured a fun diy tutorial with her post - check it out! DIY Oyster Shell Candle Holder

Always a popular choice for customers on our site - check out these fun oyster decorating items!

Enjoy oysters on the half-shell with these 14.5 diameter Oyster Shell serving plates with six little spots for the shells to rest and a center dipping space for your favorite seafood sauce. 

Isn't she lovely?? Mermaids, a Vintage ship and an Oyster Lounge - what could be better? 

New! Welcome sea and shore friends to your home with this beautifully created Polished Brass American Oyster Door Knocker. 

Custom Oyster Sign - just add your Address and we will take care of the Latitude/Longitude Coordinates!

Have a great weekend - and have fun celebrating National Oyster Day on Sunday August 5th!