Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Beautiful Beachy White Love

Something is going on down here in Australia.  These roses were a steal.  Two bunches of white roses for under $20 and my favourite home wares store is closing down.Yikes!!!
All is not lost, as they say they are just consolidating their two stores into one, but that sinking feeling is in the air.  The only good thing about it is that they are having the most amazing sale. But after it closes in a month I'll really miss it.  No visit to the gym is complete without a 'walk through' of this store for a quick home wares fix after working out for an hour.
I picked up six of these little shell napkin holders for a song and they inspired some white love at the Beach House.  I have a few more little bargains from the sale to reveal, but that is for another day.

 The basket was my dad's fishing basket, when he was a boy, The green bottle was picked up on last weeks thrifting tour, which you can read about here, the other bits are either thrift finds or sale items.
 This tablecloth is from mid last century and was passed down from my grandmother to me. 
 I am using this mirror underlay lots and lots at the moment.  It increases the light and with pretty little pieces sitting on a mirror you get two for the price of one.
 Well gals not much to tell you about the happenings of the Beach House this week, except that I have been running round like a blue arsed fly to and from kiddo activities.  I tell you what..... if the Beach House Brats don't reach their potential, it will not be down to me.  They have every opportunity in the world and I would love to be 8 years old again and know what I know now.
 I was on band duty this morning, which means getting to school at 7.45am to set up the hall, mark the roll and generally assist the conductor.  This only happens once a term and I have to say the improvement since last term is astounding.  The kids are belting out Beethoven's 9th like there's no tomorrow and it just blows me away.  They've only been playing since February.  Either the conductor is a genius or it's simple to play brass and woodwind instruments.
I don't think the latter is true, so it must be down to the conductor.  He is ex military and as hard as nails, but the kids love him.  He is the kind of teacher that is primarily missing from education these days.  He is firm but fair and is getting great things out of the kids, as they are compelled to listen and do the right thing.  It was a joy to watch and I think he has a heart of gold under all the bluster.  Anyway, I really enjoyed my early morning at school. 
The other thing that is happening at the Beach House this week, is that we are getting a new roof.  The genius that put the tiles on some 20 years ago, nailed them on with steel nails in a coastal environment.  They are now all rusted and cracking the tiles as they expand.  The recent rain revealed some leaks so it had to be redone pronto.  Mr Beach House has done his usual and negotiated a 'you beaut price', involving the swapping of boats and the like, so we have been able to do it straight away.  We are going for tin for several reasons, but I can't say I'm unhappy about the change from tiles.  I hope to bring you shots of my new roof real soon.

 


Well gals, that's all from the Beach House today.  Hope you are having a great week.
Best Carolyn
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23 comments :

  1. Dear Carolyn,

    I love white roses.

    Everything looks wonderful.

    What are you serving?

    Cheers,

    Coastal Blue Ocean

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  2. Your dining room table looks fabulous! Love the seashell motif that repeats on your beautiful arrangement. The mirror is a great idea to ground the centerpiece too :)

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  3. Sounds like you've been busy with the Beach brats ;o) They are lucky to have such a wonderful music teacher and your as a MOTHER!

    Your table setting is fabulous and I love the white roses with your square mirror in the middle...so lovely, Carolyn.

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  4. Love the all white tablescape. Lovely. Wish I had those napkins with a hint of lace. Like them.

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  5. Hi Carolyn, Your tabel setting is so lovely, love everything and that is such a nice idea with the mirror reflecting the roses x

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  6. What a beautiful table setting! I love the mirror!And those roses......gorgeous!
    Jane (artfully graced)

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  7. Hi Carolyn!
    The roses are beautiful in the white pitcher. Your tablescape is lovely and the little shell napkin rings are so cute. Thank you for joining my party.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  8. Hi Carolyn, visiting from Sherry's Open House party. Your beach inspired tablescape is absolutely gorgeous! I love the idea of using mirrored frame under the vase... it looks awesome. And your napkins with those shell napkin holders are so pretty.. Thanks for sharing.~Poppy

    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

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  9. Loving that coastal look, very fresh and charming!

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  10. Beautiful table, reminds us of the nice weather soon to come-enjoy:@)

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  11. Beautiful roses and I love your table setting. I hear ya about running the kids everywhere! UGH! that is all I do but we are wrapping up some things so hopefully I can slow down and enjoy some time to do some things. :) I can't wait to see your roof, it sounds so cool.
    Have a wonderful weekend my dear BHG!!
    Hugs!

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  12. White is just so fresh and beachy -love it all! The roses are beautiful.

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  13. Ummm...so so pretty. Puts me in the mood to plan a vacation to the beach.:))

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  14. Your table is beautiful! I love all of the shells and the white accessories. I'm sorry about your fave store closing.

    I'm visiting from Pink Postcard's party. It's a pleasure to find your blog.

    Pam

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  15. Lovely post... I love the white on white...

    Have a wonderful week end!
    ~Rainey~

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  16. Oh Carolyn, this is lovely and it is so special that you were able to incorporate some family treasures into your display. I love your dad's fishing basket!

    Last year I had a round shell mirror I was working on laying on the table. One day I put one of my shell vases on top to take a photo for my blog. I LOVED the effect and how the mirror reflected everything. We are clever gals, aren't we?

    Hugs

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  17. Hopefully when the stores merge, it will be one big nice store so you won't notice the difference. Lovely presentation and beautiful pictures.....thanks for sharing!

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  18. Nothing is lovelier than an all white table!

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  19. Beautiful! I just love it all...the fresh, crisp white, the shells, the photography, your blog title... (I'm hopping on up now to be your newest follower!:)) www.harbourbreeze.blogspot.com

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  20. Hi Carolyn, You have created a beautiful tablescape. Love the mirror centerpiece base - fantastic idea. Thanks so much for linking to the Sunday Showcase party - I greatly appreciate it. I hope you don't mind that I have included this in today's features. Hope you have a lovely holiday weekend ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  21. Just beautiful eye catching tablescape. Everything is jut so perfect.

    Julie x

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