I’ve been painting shells and figuring out new ways to paint them for about 8 years. I think something finally clicked. Not that it isn’t still a totally trial-and-error type of deal, but also figuring
Shell Yeah
I traded paper for shells for a few weeks, and the good news is 1: it was fun, and 2: they all sold out pretty much immediately. Zero newsletters, launches, or all that jazz.
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Shell yeah to some paint.
Well, it was about time I painted some more shells. I have no excuse as to why it took so long, but now I’m looking at some of these larger shells I have left over
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Watercolor shell zen time
When I have a date night at our favorite seafood spot, my husband doesn’t even blink when I order the scallops, and then ask for a to-go box to carry all the shells in that
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Watercolor Shells
I’ve seen quite a few artists and seashell art that makes me go, yowza that’s a brilliant idea ( Like these beauties by Cara Rosalie Olsen) . The key is this: you leave the front
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Bikini Hair Ties
Figured I’d bring back this oldie but goodie DIY, especially since now is the time of year when new bikinis are on the mind and the radness is beginning to pop up everywhere. (Keep me
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Stress Relief Shells
Wanted to share a lovely little visual reminder that sitting down, unplugging, and zoning out to paint or draw on some shells is great stress relief. Ok, it also helps me when I’m missing the
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Some Shells Under The Rainbow
If anyone’s looking for a few mental whoooosaaahhhh moments, grab some shells, whatever paint, pen or marker floats your boat, a good beach jams playlist, and make those shells a lovely l’il canvas. Sharpie shells
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Friendship Bracelet Bobby Pins
Figured it was time to bring back an oldie but a goodie that gives you an excuse to easily craft something but also gives those locks a little boho vibe. Yup. Friendship bracelet bobby pins.
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Watercolor Shell Zen Time
If you have some shells and want to relax and unwind, here you go. Just grab a sharpie and draw on a few of them. Or, also grab a bunch of blue watercolors, a white
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This here is a giant cockle
This here is a giant cockle shell. Actually, the specific name is a Van Hyning’s Cockle ( I think. I just googled it.) I never find them, I swear they find me, and it’s usually while
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I don’t know exactly how long
I don’t know exactly how long I zoned out drawing on this shell, but every minute was mental bliss. Pen to paper, brush to paper or canvas, needle and thread, plants to soil, or sharpie
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These are just a few pics
These are just a few pics from my instagram, but I think they serve a very very important reminder: Hats and beer cans make exceptionally fine flower vases. Martha Stewart, wherever you are, I hope
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Because making a lei is always
Because making a lei is always easy on the eyes, and makes you wish screens were scratch n sniff. Every year, when I’m back on Kauai, I make my mom a lei for her birthday.
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Somehow this has turned into a
Somehow this has turned into a tradition that I love: Making a lei for my mom on her birthday. Happy birthday Mom. Thanks for being my #1 fan, and #1 proofreader. And happy Girls’ day