You don’t need a beach house to enjoy seaside serenity! Here, DIY pro Katie Striegel shares easy ideas to create blissful, beachy accents in no time!
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SHORE-CHIC TABLESCAPE
“Cool colors, sandy textures, serene vibes… Coastal-inspired decor brings the beach to mind and offers you and your guests feelings of relaxation and calm,” says Striegel. “And bringing the shore to any space or tabletop is easy with simple DIY beachy accents!” To do: Set white bowls and blue plates atop seagrass chargers. Add blue wineglasses. To finish, place 7 clear candlesticks along a long blue-and-white striped runner, topping 3 candlesticks with craft-store coral accents.
DAZZLING SHELL CANDLES
A collection of scalloped seashells make surprisingly stunning candle cups that lend a lovely oceanic ambience to any dinner table or side table. To do: Start with a few medium or large shells (gather them from the beach or try Real Scallop Shells…