A Nautical Mosaic

Today I want to share with you some beautiful photos I found on Flickr. Clockwise from top left: 1. Turning Tide 2. Colorful Boats 3. Jupiter Lighthouse 4. Beach Beauty

I just love the sea and spending time on the beach. I usually bring my watercolors with me and paint while I sit on my beach chair. I can spend hours just watching the seagulls and the waves coming to shore. It brings me such a sense of peace.

I was inspired to create this mosaic after I discovered that my Wayfarer Purse with Seahorses was featured on Sunshine City Lassie's blog! Thanks Amy! The post feature, Nifty Nautical Finds: handbags, coin purses and wallets, includes some really lovely summer finds. Check it out! Also check out Amy's Etsy store, Sunshine City Lassie, for some really unique jewelry and cool vintage finds.

Comments

Loddelina said…

Great pictures, lovely vibrant colours - you realy love the sea! I had a "sea moment" today myself. Can't wait for the holidays!

July 9, 2009 at 4:17 PM

Amy said…

Thanks for mentioning my shop! I'm having a huge sale right now - up to 75% off over 30 items, and all jewelry is 50% off for the month of July for my third Etsy-versary.

July 9, 2009 at 6:32 PM

IKABAGS said…

This year we cant go to holiday , but I am smelling :)

July 9, 2009 at 7:11 PM

Kjersten said…

I love the beach too. This mosaic makes me happy.

July 13, 2009 at 12:58 PM

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