Gift Giving ~ Ideas

                               Part I of II

It is that time of year, graduations, weddings, showers, hostess/host gifts, birthdays and house warming parties!

For special events you want to make sure the gift is thoughtful and unique to the person(s) you are gifting it to.

Maybe it is your turn and you deserve to treat yourself to something new that makes you feel special.

Consider their interests, hobbies, work space, style. Picture frames are always a good choice.  Memories can be displayed in their home or in their office.

A beautiful vase filled with fresh flowers, planters with a flowers | shrub will bring a little sunshine to your friend or hostess.  No gift wrapping required.  Every time they reach for that vase or look at their plant they will smile and think of you. All items shown are available at ASeasideHome.com ~ Happy Shopping! Happy Giving!

Are they bike enthusiasts?  The 'Life is a Trip' pillow and vintage sign would be a wonderful gift for the graduate going out into the world starting their new adventure.  Or that friend who loves to ride her/his bike every where.

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With busy schedules it is difficult to take the time to shop for each individual persons personality and style. Fitting this into your busy life sounds over whelming.  I am here to help you save time while finding the unique gift for that extraordinary person or special couple. Gifts that reflect what a person loves, their interests or style shows how much they really mean to you.  

If you need help finding that special gift contact us, we are here to help you.

Gift Ideas Part II -- Gift Wrapping that special gift, hacks and tips.

Bermuda

Style | Decorating | Inspirational Decor

When I think of Bermuda I think of the Bermuda Triangle.  Recently while in Arizona I had lunch with a wonderful friend and her husband.  They began tell me about Bermuda.  Their stories enticed me to some exploring.  My research opened my eyes to a beautiful area that I would love to visit. 

If you have traveled to Bermuda or live there please share your stories and adventures with us in the comment area below.

Courtesy of Caribbean Cruise Lines  

Stunning Pink Sand Beaches

Pink sand. It makes Bermuda’s beaches some of the most beautiful and picturesque in the world…but what makes it pink? Reading an article in The Royal Gazette, I discovered the scientific reason they have those stunning pink beaches. 

The answer rests with marine organisms known as “foraminifera” single-celled marine organisms with shells.

The soft pastel with a touch of bold displayed in their interior and exterior color palette matches the island colors of their beautiful coast and flora.  Picture courtesy of Sensational Color

MICHAEL DOUGLAS AND CATHERINE ZETA-JONES

Bermuda Home

 Courtesy of Architectural Digest

This blue kitchen in a Bermuda home Courtesy of Gidden Paint 

    

 I hope you have enjoyed learning about the colors of Bermuda as much as I did researching the beautiful island.  Please share your thoughts below.

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Photo courtesy of http://www.newsherald.com/news/local-events-will-honor-flag-on-national-flag-day-1.158796

Find decorating tips for your patio or table top, recipes and red, white and blue cocktails to kick your summer off right.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed every year on the last Monday in May. It honors those who died serving the United States military.

It is also, the unofficial kick off to start the summer season.  Memorial Day is a popular weekend to take a trip to the beach, have a picnic or hold a patriotic pool party.  Find decorating and entertaining ideas that will delight your guests and start the summer off right.

http://www.thepartydress.net/2012/05/decorate-memorial-day/

An easy and inexpensive way to create your patriotic seaside party setting is to add pillows, flags, pinwheels, sand candles with blue and/or red table runners.  Save all your red, white and blue decorations for your up coming 4th of July gala.

Carry your seaside theme into your table decor with this fun DIY colored sand candle project.  

http://www.marthastewart.com/272793/easy-sand-candles

I love this simple Red, White and Blue Seaside table setting.  Add your own touches to make it uniquely you.  Instead of flowers use pin wheels, colored sand or sea glass to add your own touch. Remember always be unique you!

http://www.decoratethetable.com/nautical-table-decorations/

Add patriotic pin wheels to your table center pieces or in your planters.  Not only will they add color they can be used as party favors for the kids.  Using red, white and blue Solo cups is an easy inexpensive way to add patriotic color to your parties.  Have a marker handy so your guests can write their names on the cup.

http://www.partycity.com/search.do?query=memorial+day+accessories

Boat Shaped Napkins are a fun way to add festivity to your Seaside Memorial Day table. Instead of one color, I recommend using Red, White and Blue napkins for  your boat napkins.


http://www.food.com/recipe/serviette-napkin-folding-elegant-sail-240884


Red, White and Blue Adult Beverage, Dessert and a Salad recipes for your Memorial Day Celebration!




Red, White and Blue Shots

Ingredients:

• ½ ounce Grenadine
• ½ ounce Peach Schnapps or Vodka
• ½ ounce Blue Curacao

Slowly pour each ingredient into a shot glass to create a layered effect. Add them in the order listed above.

Patriotic Shirley Temple

Ingredients:

• 1 part vodka
• 2 parts lemon-lime soda of choice
• 1 part pineapple
• splash of grenadine
• whipped cream 
• blueberries
• Mix the vodka, soda, pineapple, and                      grenadine. Pour into a glass filled with ice and garnish with the                      whipped cream and blueberries.
•                               http://www.punchbowl.com/p/red-white-and-blue-cocktails

Strawberry Shortcake always reminds me of summer time!

http://allrecipes.com/recipe/red-white-and-blue-strawberry-shortcake/


This delicious and nutritious red white and blue salad is sure to be a hit!

http://www.food.com/slideshow/patriotic-party-picks-red-white-blue-recipes-89/red-white-and-blue-salad-6


Jazz up your party, with these not so ordinary Shrimp recipes!

Bacon-Wrapped, Jalapeño and Cheese-Stuffed Shrimp

http://www.seriouseats.com/2015/05/memorial-day-seafood.html

A Fun and Easy Meal on a Stick-----Shrimp Boil Skewers

http://www.seriouseats.com/2015/05/memorial-day-seafood.html

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Wishing you all a blessed Memorial Day from out house to yours!