Sailor's Sea Shell Valentines

Framed shell compositions dating back to the 1850's used to be called 'Valentine'. Sailors commissioned local artists in the Caribbean ports and took them home as a sentimental message of love for their sweethearts. Flower patterns, hearts and wind-roses were popular designs used in the compositions.

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Beach Theme Bedroom

Colors for a beach décor should make you think of the beach. Light and breezy with lots of blues and maybe even some yellows. If you prefer neutral tones think of the beige of beach sand and the color of shells.

Incorporate sea shells, ocean prints, and other seaside accents that will help bring out the beach in your bedroom. You should group your accessories in odd numbers. It always looks nice if your groupings consists of tall and short accessories mixed together. An interesting group of accents might consists of some shells aside a nice beach theme frame and a taller lamp. Read the rest of the article....