Seaside Style

Edisto Getaway

Mon, 08 Oct 2012 13:19:00 +0000

Hello Everyone! I hope you all had a great weekend! This past weekend my husband and I got out of town in the camper for the hubs 54th birthday. We stuck close to home this trip since he had surgery 3 weeks ago and doesn't quiet have all his strength back. So we went to one of our favorite places, Edisto Beach. We are truly blessed to live so close to not one but two of the most beautiful beaches on the East Coast.

As much as I love the warm weather, I am definitely ready for it to cool down. It was almost 90 degrees on Friday and Saturday! Hardly Fall weather, but we were lucky it was such a nice weekend.

Saturday we took a 4 mile bike ride on a nature trail inside the state park.

The photos aren't the best quality ,as I took them with the phone. My husband didn't want be to put the Nikon in the basket of my beach cruiser..... jeez.. why not? :)

The salt marsh in the early morning, we were riding over a little bridge.

This is a large Oak Tree. The roots were salt water soaked and gives the appearance of driftwood.The detail in the wood was so pretty.

The part of the trail we took was on an ancient shell mound, this mound of
Oyster shells was about 15 feet high.

This is Store Creek along the nature trail path.

After a two hour ride and picture taking we went and grabbed some lunch.

The other side of the Pavilion is a bar where this rather large crustacean was standing!

Then we hit the beach for a bit it was so pretty out. We couldn't get a spot on the beach side of the Campground this trip, we had to stay down the road at The Oaks . The campground was lovely, and so was the beach!

My husband loves to cook, and when we camp he does all the cooking.This is what I him for his birthday. This my friends is the Camp Chef Explorer! It is a steel and cast iron two burner stove. I am so lucky to have a husband that cooks, and does it so well. This stove is great ! If you camp a lot it is super to have, and there are several different models.

The weekends seem to go so fast.. this was a lovely way to spend it. Have a great day!

Linda

Thank You and We Have A Winner

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 13:49:00 +0000

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! Thank you to everyone who participated in the Sailormade Bracelet giveaway! I am happy to announce the winner is Kelly Russell!

This is the lovely bracelet Kelly won!

So pretty! Please visit Sailormade to see their complete line of bracelets and

necklaces Winch Bracelet is the newest addition to the Sailormade family.

                                     Thank you again for participating and congratulations Kelly!

                                   Have a great day!

                                                       Linda

Meet A Girl With A Surfboard

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 12:14:00 +0000

Happy Friday! Today I want to introduce you to a special artist. Her name is Carin Vaughn . She and I have been following each other on Pinterest for quiet awhile and always love the surfing images she pins.{ I have stated many times, surfing is the one sport I wish I learned , so I am always drawn to anything related to it.} So, I finally got around to to seeing who the lady was behind these images,and I am so glad I did!

What I found was, her blog not surprisingly entitled Girl With A Surfboard.

What was surprising.... is how much we have in common. An Island girl, who loves to surf, She is wife and mom.We share a passion for design, she loves the sea, and is an avid angler, and she lives 2 towns over from me on Hilton Head Island!

Carin is basically self taught oil painter, who started off doing murals. She now has and Etsy shop, and... NBC's show Parenthood bought one of her paintings for their set! How cool! So let's see her work!

I love this painting!!

And this one!

See her painting in the background..

When I saw this, I was immediately drawn to it. A few years ago I sketched something very similar to this for my son. We love our Red Fish( aka) Spot Tail Bass here!

I hope you enjoyed seeing her work. Stop by her blog and her Etsy Shop to see more of her work.

Have a great day!

Linda

Nantucket Nest

Tue, 25 Sep 2012 21:48:00 +0000

A centuries old Nantucket cottage has been converted into a Summer home for a young family from Boston..The house was originally Constructed in 1739 by the Macy family, kin to the same family who went on to start the department store Macy's.
It was one of the first residential homes on this quaint island.What was originally a fisherman's shack has transformed over the centuries. The current owners purchased the home four years ago and have put a lot of blood sweat and tears into it to create a perfect place for this busy family to relax.The daughters room is adorable!

Linda

Sailormade Bracelet Giveaway

Mon, 24 Sep 2012 12:26:00 +0000

I am so happy to introduce to you Seaside Style's newest sponsor Sailormade

Two friends with a dream and a passion for the sea started the company.They make beautiful bracelets and necklaces using genuine Marine hardware and high performance sailing rope and leather to create distinctive one of a kind pieces made to withstand the sea and salt air.They have graciously offered to give away one of their beautiful pieces to one of my lucky readers!

This is the Camden Triple wrap in Navy and White . It retails for 115.00! Pretty isn't it? Here is what you need to do to enter.

RULES FOR ENTRY

1. You MUST be a follower of Seaside Style or become one of this blog.

2.. To enter this give away, LIKE my Facebook page and leave a comment .

3. For an additional Entry TWEET about the giveaway and leave a comment on this page telling me that you did.

4.DON"T forget to leave your email address so you can be contacted if you are the winner!

THE CONTEST WILL END SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH

IF THE WINNER DOES NOT LEAVE AN EMAIL AND I DO NOT HERE FROM YOU WITHIN 72 HOURS AFTER THE WINNER IS ANNOUNCED, ANOTHER DRAWING WILL BE DONE TO PICK ANOTHER WINNER!

GAIL MILLS, I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO CONTACT YOU! YOU WERE THE WINNER OF THE STATEMENT CAP GIVEAWAY. I NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU THIS WEEK OR I WILL HAVE TO HAVE ANOTHER DRAWING TO CHOOSE THE WINNER!

Serenity On The Sound

Thu, 20 Sep 2012 14:01:00 +0000

I am always so happy to see beautiful homes from my old " stomping grounds" of Rowayton,, CT and this house is no exception. Architectural Designer Louise Brooks along with friend and confidant Designer Lynn Morgan helped create a beautiful sea inspired home for the sea loving family with out it being a real beach home with obvious nautical touches. Instead Louise used her favorite color White through out the entire home, with soft Blues and coastal Greys along with original artwork to create a coastal feel..This traditional home that sits on a bluff over looking the sound is a serene dream.

What I'm Loving Now

Sun, 16 Sep 2012 15:22:00 +0000

I LOVE the knitted coffee cozies I am seeing all over Etsy right now! Not only are they so cute, but they are great for the environment instead of the cardboard holders and will keep your coffee or tea warmer longer. I really like this one shop Natalya's Studio.

She makes these adorable cozies in several colors.

She also has patterns you can purchase to make your own. So maybe it is time for me to get the old knitting needles out and make one for myself. Check out her shop for knitted cowls also.. I have really wanted one, but it hasn't been that cold here in the South the last two Winters. Hopefully it will be this year so I can buy, or make one for myself.

Have a wonderful day!

Linda

Giveaway Winner!

Sat, 15 Sep 2012 13:49:00 +0000

Congratulations to Gail Mills! She won a Statement Cap from Starboard Clothing! Thank you to everyone who entered the giveaway! I would like to give a big thank you to Starboard Clothing Company for sponsoring the giveaway! Gail chose the pink Statement Cap! Great choice Gail! I ordered the White one, and I love it!

Seaside Style will be holding another great giveaway starting September 24th! Stay tuned!

Have a great Saturday!

Linda

Statement Cap Giveaway Courtesy of Starboard Clothing Company

Mon, 10 Sep 2012 11:28:00 +0000

Who doesn't like to make a statement every now and then? Well, Here is your chance to make a great one! Starboard Clothing Company out Annapolis Maryland is teaming up with Seaside Style to giveaway one of their great Statement caps! These caps are Perfect for a day on the boat or the beach.or anytime. Classic, nautical, and preppy.The colors are bold and beautiful!

The name of the company comes from a nautical term. So we a re going to have just a quick lesson.For those of you who are not familar with nautical terms. The Word Starboard is a term that refers to the right side of a boat or ship. Port is the left side. This, as a person is standing facing the bow of the boat which is the front of a boat..

The Starboard Statement Cap is a 100% imported cotton twill ball cap.
The cap features both of Starboard's logos, the Anchor-Star™ on the front and the Heron™ on the back.
Each cap features navy embroidery except the purple cap which features white embroidery.

Here is what you need to do enter to win one of these cuties!

RULES FOR ENTRY

1. You MUST be a follower of Seaside Style or become one this blog.

2.. To enter this give away, LIKE my Facebook page and leave a comment on this post telling me that you did, with your favorite color cap.

3. For an additional Entry LIKE Starboard Clothing Company
Facebook page and leave me a comment telling me that you did.

4.Don't forget to leave your email address so you can be contacted if you are the winner!

THE CONTEST WILL END
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 14TH. THE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH!

Herbed Spaghetti Squash

Sun, 09 Sep 2012 12:50:00 +0000

Happy Sunday! I thought I would share with you one of my new fave recipes.! If you are watching your carb intake it is great .I must admit, I am not a huge vegetable eater, but I am trying to be better. However, I do LOVE Spaghetti Squash.This recipe is so easy and you can modify it in many ways. This happens to be Emeril Lagasse's Recipe, BAM! I made it the other night and it was fabulous!

I modified the recipe by cutting the butter in half and I added 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese.I served this with Broiled Shrimp.I mixed it in with the Squash. A super easy dinner recipe or a simple side! Enjoy!

Ingredients

1 small spaghetti squash, about 2 1/4 pounds
2 1/2 tablespoons butter
2 1/2 tablespoons finely chopped mixed soft herbs, such as basil, chives, chervil, parsley and sage
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

Using a sharp knife, cut the squash in half lengthwise and place, cut side down, in a baking dish. Add enough water to come 1/2-inch up the sides of the baking dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 45 minutes, until the squash is easily pierced with a paring knife. Turn squash over and cover with foil again and continue to cook another 15 minutes, until the squash is very tender. Remove from the oven, uncover, and allow to cool slightly. Using a spoon, remove the seeds and discard. Using a fork, gently pull the strands of squash away from the peel and place the squash strands into a mixing bowl.
Heat a skillet. Add the butter, spaghetti squash, herbs, salt and pepper and toss thoroughly but gently to heat and combine. Serve immediately or cover and keep warm until ready to serve.

SERVES 4
Calories: 144
Total Fat: 9 grams
Saturated Fat: 5 grams
Protein: 2 grams
Total carbohydrates: 18 grams
Sugar: 0 grams
Fiber: 0 grams
Cholesterol: 19 milligrams
Sodium: 336 milligrams

Be sure to stop back tomorrow! The giveaway starts!

Linda

A Beach Side Cottage

Tue, 04 Sep 2012 11:16:00 +0000

Weather worn surfaces, wicker and beachy accents make this adorable 1912 beach side cottage in California a perfect place to call home! The only thing separating this family from the beach is the sidewalk in front of the house.. It is an easy breezy carefree home that uses fabrics and rugs that are durable and chic that will hold up to the beach chic lifestyle.Mix in some vintage pieces, and some antiques and you have a perfect cottage.

The Dutch front door is charming!!

The white washed brick mellows the mood. I really like the coral placed in the planter

on the fireplace.

Such a cozy bedroom! Can't you just hear the ocean?

A beautiful waterfront view!

I love the planters above the sink, with the numbers on them. I have been wanting to do this, and put the dates of each one of my kids birthdays on them!

The tray by the stove is a great space saving idea, especially in a small cottage kitchen,holding all your kitchen "goodies" together. I just recently did this.

No beach side cottage would be complete with out White bead boarding.

The relaxed dining room table with the wicker chairs, Soo great!

Images Via BHG.com

Have a great Monday!

Linda

Make Your Own Honey Oatmeal Facial Scrub

Sun, 02 Sep 2012 15:35:00 +0000

If you are like me and most women, you are always looking for something to make your face look and feel great! I have tried all sorts of exfoliates, scrubs, and of course the spa facials. One does need some pampering you know.
This is a PERFECT natural scrub and exfoliate! I know.. it has been around forever, I am just getting to it! It is perfect for the end of Summer! I started doing this once a week for the last month. I can't tell you the difference in my skin! It adds a glow to my face that lasts for 48 to 72 hours. My husband has noticed the difference in my skin as well!
Honey has been valued for its healing properties for thousands of years and who doesn't love it's sweet flavor? Honey also draws out blackheads from the face and is a natural humectent .The Oatmeal is a gentle exfoliate as is the Sugar.

So lets get to it. It is very simple.

You are going to take just a small fistful of Oatmeal.

This is what I use, I am sure any kind will work. You can leave the Oatmeal whole or grind it up. I have done both. I have put it in the Cuisinart, and have just ground it with my fingers, It works just as well either way.

I add a couple tablespoons of Honey. I used the organic kind.. That's just how I roll. :)

Add a couple tablespoons of Sugar and mix. The consistency should be thick. You can also use Brown Sugar, or you can substitute the Sugar for Sea Salt. I have stayed with the sugar just because I am 52 and I am trying to be as gentle on my face as I can.

I leave it on my face for 20 mins. and rinse with warm,(Not Hot) water. I finish it with a moisturizer. I do use a high end one.:)

While it is on my face, I scrub some onto my hands and let it sit as well. It makes my hands so soft. Face it our hands age also! I use Neutrogena hand creme after I take it off. They feel great. This mixture can be used just about anywhere on your body!

Enjoy!

Linda

The Surf Lodge

Sat, 01 Sep 2012 17:39:00 +0000

Happy Saturday! My goodness can you believe it is Labor Day weekend? Where has the time gone?? Is it me..... the older I get the time seems to pass faster? It was just Memorial Day! This morning I was thinking about where I would really like to be this weekend, and I seem to find myself drifting back to Montauk. If you follow my blog you know my history and love for it!

I know many people have written about the Montauk Surf Lodge before, but I haven't. I would LOVE to stay here!! The beachy, boho vibe is right up my ally. Super hip ! Wait, did I just age myself by saying "Hip" ? Do people still say it? Oh well whatever, the place is just cool..Here is why I love it! I think you will "dig" it also. :).

How perfect does this look to just chill?

Image sources, Casa Sugar, Food Republic, Surf Lodge and Grazia.It

Isn't it just the cutest place? I hope my husband and myself will find our way back there someday.

Just a piece of nostalgia, this is me with my 2nd born son in 1985. I had my favorite Montauk T shirt on, from my favorite store there. Bird on A Roof. It is still there! It says Surf Montauk. This sweet baby boy in the picture is my son Matthew who is turning 28 next Saturday! My oldest is 29 today! Yes, I had them a year and 1 week apart, and had two more "little darlings"...

If you like boho beachy jewelry you can check out my Etsy shop Sea Chic. or check out my Facebook page.https://www.facebook.com/SeaChicJewelry

Wherever you are or whatever you are doing make it a great Labor Day weekend!

Linda

Boho Beach House

Fri, 24 Aug 2012 12:26:00 +0000

Happy Friday ! I hope you all have had a great week. It has been so rainy here it has been a bit depressing., so when I saw this cottage it made me smile. A tiny cottage Packed with so much color and personality. Aqua Blues and pops of Orange make this such a happy place!

You would think it is in Southern California, but it sits on Lake Earie, Ontario.The owner Teresa Wiwcha,, inspiration came from a Vanity Fair Magazine spread she’d seen years ago of actor Dennis Hopper’s Malibu home. The vibe....... 1970s surfer/boho chic. I thinks she captured the look well.

Images via Style at Home

Strike a Pose

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 13:20:00 +0000

Vogue Magazine, the leader in the fashion industry has had some of the most memorable and beautiful covers that capture the true essence of style and sophistication for women. I came across these beachy cover shots from years gone by to present day. These are some of my favorites. Aren't they awesome?

Images By Vogue

Have a great Thursday!

Magazine Feature

Mon, 20 Aug 2012 17:20:00 +0000

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a great weekend! GREAT things have really been happening for my "little blog"especially the last couple of months. First, being nominated as one of the top beach blogs of 2012, and now being featured in a magazine! I am so excited,but more that anything I am grateful to my readers. If it weren't for your readership, there would be no Seaside Style.So I thank you.!! Not only is the blog featured but my jewelry Sea Chic is as well.

Seaside Style has been featured in the Summer issue of Condo Owner Magazine. This particular issue is dedicated to coastal bloggers.I am in fabulous company, as several other wonderful women have been featured. I just wanted to share my news and express my gratitude to all of you that read Seaside Style. Here is the link to read the article Condo Owner Magazine

Have a great Day!

Linda

Boathouse Chic

Fri, 17 Aug 2012 13:19:00 +0000

This 1,000-square-foot boathouse on Ontario’s Lake Muskoka. is inspired by the homeowners annual vacation spot in Miami Beach. A black and White pallette, while always chic, this .It is sophisticated yet infinitely simple. I love It!

Images Via Style at Home

Have a fab Friday!

Meet Artist Tricia Strickfaden

Tue, 14 Aug 2012 15:58:00 +0000

I am so happy and excited to introduce you to my newest sponsor, artist Tricia Strickfaden.

This fresh faced blonde haired beauty from California is a self taught abstract painter, who loved painting and drawing as a young child. Today she is enjoying a flourishing art career in Manhattan Beach, CA, where she lives with her husband and two children.A self proclaimed southerner Tricia grew up in Texas, but her heart belongs to South Carolina. Charleston, to be exact. ( I like her already!) Her love for the southern hospitality and the plantation style architecture inspired her to build and design her Southeastern coastal inspired home in CA.

Tricia studied art and interior design in college and was in the design industry for years, even having her own firm.It was after the birth of her daughter that she decided to go back what she loved. She enrolled in a oil class at a local community college and there her career began.
Her passion for art carries over into her community by volunteering her time in the local schools and various charities. She also gives private art lessons.

There is a tranquility to her paintings that just seems to hold you and bring you in. I find myself looking at this one over and over again.

Dawn Breaking

While vacationing in SC. Tricia fell in love with the marshes and the waters of the inter coastal waterway and has done a few abstract marsh scapes. I think she captured it beautifully! This painting in particular has touched me.


Pale Reflections

Cool Waters II

Currently she has her work on display at Tim Clarke's Tower 20 store in Santa Monica, CA. Lucky Lady! If you follow my blog, then you know my love for Tim and my brief 15 minutes of fame with him! If you are interested in a painting or speaking with Tricia, email her @ [email protected] or "like" her page on Facebook @ TS Modern Art.You can also keep up with the latest on Tricia through her blog http://tsmodernart.blogspot.com.

I hope the next time Tricia is in SC she and I will get to meet in person! I hope you love her work as much as I do!

Aloha!

Wed, 25 Jul 2012 18:34:00 +0000

Hawaii has always been a place I have wanted to go on vacation. We were supposed to go for our 10th anniversary, but it didn't happen. Now with the prospect of my brother in law taking a job there, well.... things might be looking a little more optomistic .I just came came across these images of Hawaii,that I had to share..The lush greenery, Surfing, { not that I can } the white sandy beaches, the beautiful blue water, ahhhh... honestly what is there not to like??

I love this bedding from Pacific- Home

Aloha!

Linda

High Fashion In The Lowcountry

Thu, 19 Jul 2012 13:31:00 +0000

I love the bold and vivid colors of these beach fashions that are featured in Charleston Style and Design Some of the fashions definitely remind me of yesteryear glam with a modern feel. These gorgeous photographs were taken on Dewees Island in Charleston, SC.

I love these pants... very 70's

Photography by Caroline Knopf

Quote of the Day

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 15:30:00 +0000

Have a great Tuesday!

Linda

A Lobster House

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 13:31:00 +0000

This quintessential New England beach house on the New Hampshire coast was designed by Boston based designer Jim Gauthier, where whimsical Lobster's and Gauthier's signature color Orange take center stage. Gauthier and his entire family took part in the transformation of this elegant yet comfortable family friendly 6 bedroom beach house retreat that was purchased in 2000. The transformation took 7 years, and end result is fabulous.Nautical style is present in almost every room, making this house, a house any coastal lover would swoon over, and only 45 steps from the house until your toes touch the sand...not too shabby.

I am crushing over this gigantic Lobster over the fireplace!

These pulleys add great architectural interest .

Gardening shed

Love!

Linda

Favorite Beach Blog Nomination

Mon, 16 Jul 2012 13:30:00 +0000

I know, I know it has been forever since I have done a post, and I apologize. The simple truth is We are enjoying the Summer! I do have some exciting news to share though.
I am thrilled to announce that Seaside Style has been chosen as one of the favorite beach blogs for 2012 by Style Passport! Style Passport was started by the ex editor of Vogue,Harpers and Elle, Sarah Walter.

I am so excited to be nominated and would really appreciate your vote! Congratulations to all the other nominees! I promise I will be back soon!
Voting closes the 25th. The top 5 will be announced on the 26th and the winner will be announced August 1st. You can vote here ! .

Have a great Monday !

Linda

What I'm Loving Now

Thu, 10 May 2012 13:26:00 +0000

Beach Season is officially approaching Memorial Day weekend, but it has been in full swing for a while now here in South Carolina. Here are my fave things right now

Beach Bag by Sea Bags, Beach Hut Beach Towel, by Hermes, Cover up Net a Porter.com

Flip Flops { gypsy love}by Reef. Batik Swim Suit by Talbots.

Have a fabulous Thursday!

Semi-Wordless Wednesday

Wed, 09 May 2012 13:32:00 +0000

Good morning and happy Wednesday! I wanted to share some of my favorite Slim Aarons photos with you. For those of you who aren't familiar with Slim Aarons, he was a photographer who captured beautiful photos of" beautiful" people, doing what" beautiful" people do; enjoying the chic lifestyle of the rich and famous.