Revere Beach Sandcastle Festival

Here is a pile waiting to be shaped

These sand piles will all be castles soon.

 This weekend is the yearly sandcastle festival on Revere Beach.  This week they were just bringing the sand and putting it in piles for the artist to work on. 
 

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a child playing along the shoreline with the seagulls

It was going to be a hot day for the artist to be working - already the sun was bright in the sky. 

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My Beach Photos

I have been trying to spend as many mornings at our local beach as possible this spring and summer.

I try to take a few photos each morning and was really anxious to share them but my computer died recently so I was unable to post them. I finally took my computer to be looked at and it was determined that it was not worth fixing.  

This week I purchased a ASUS Laptop which I really like.  It is really difficult to live without a computer these days. 

One thing about the beach is that it is new every morning.  The tide is different -- the sun is in a different spot.  What washes up on the beach is slightly different too. 

  You never know what you will see.   These seagulls were having their breakfast and were rather annoyed with my presence.

 The colors are different depending on whether the sun is shining or if it is grey and overcast. 

 

 These photos were taken at Revere Beach which is just north of Boston.  It is a 5 minute drive from my house. 

 I try to collect seashells or sea glass each time I am there which I use in my Angels n Everlastings Etsy shop.   I use these finds in my beach theme wreaths, photo frames and wall hangings.  Sometimes it's nice to find a perfect seashell but I also like to find a seashell that has been tossed and broken and polished.  It makes it a unique find. 


 
 
 

 I have some other photos taken at Rockport, Ma. which I will post next time. 

  

Summer Sale - Angels n Everlastings Coastal Decor

Use coupon code "google20" for 20% off these listings or any listings in my Angelsneverlastings Etsy shop.  Here are a few unique one of a kind items - click on my shop for others.  Coupon code is good through 7/31/13. 

Seashell Heart Twig Wreath

Beach Themed Photo Frame

Ocean Scene Diorama

Beach House Seashell Mirror 

My Favorite Beach Home Decor Pins

I don't know how comfortable this bed would be for sleeping but I'd like to try it!



Beach Homes to Inspire


I love designer beach tone color pallettes like this one from Better Home and Gardens.  Such peaceful coastal shades!

 

Soft and peaceful shades

 

 

Here is a delicate and beautiful coastal accent by Dana of Cereus Art on Etsy.  Check out her shop for more coastal décor listing. 

Starfish and Shell Garland by Cereus Art on Etsy

 

 Last but not least please check out my Angels n Everlastings Etsy shop where you will find all sorts of beach décor listings like this Beach Scene Diorama:

Bit of Beach in a Box

 

 

 Thank for stopping by! Visit my Angels n Everlasting Pinterest for more of my beach favorites.

 

 


 

Favorites from the Weekend Cast Team Help Thread

 

Wood Sign with Seashells

If you are familiar with my Angels n Everlastings shop -- you know that I love anything coastal, so of course,  here is a favorite by Elaine of Sharing Seashells.   She has other interesting seashell creations - check them out here.

Personalized Wedding Coaster Set

 

Planning a wedding?  Etsy is full of unique handmade items that can be personalized especially for your day.  Here is a nice coaster set by Prayer Notes by Cynthia which could be used for favor or wedding party gifts or even a special gift for the bride and groom. Check out the other listings here.

Crocheted Infinity Scarf in Teal Blue

 
 
My last choice is this handspun infinity scarf in a beautiful ocean teal blue.  Joanne of Heaven Spun Creations hand spins the yarn for this scarf from the highest quality merino and local wool.  Check out her other listings here.



Click here to check out the other Cast Team listing on the "help one another thread".  If you are a member of the Cast Team - there is a new thread every weekend -- join in! 

Favorites - Cast Team Help One Another Thread

I thought I would share my favorite listings from the Cast Team Help One Another Thread.  

 Each weekend the Cast Team  (Christian Artists Street Team) on Etsy opens a promotional thread called "Help One Another Thread".  
Here is the link to this weekends thread: http://www.etsy.com/teams/6326/christian-artists-street-team-cast/discuss/11767688/page/1 
There are instructions in the thread but basically it is a thread where we post our own listings - and then promote the previous 3 or 4 shop posts or more.  
If you are a member of the Cast Team on Etsy -- and you want to increase your views -- consider posting your own listing in the thread.  If you are not a member -- and you are a Christian, consider joining the Cast Team  -  There are over 3000 members and there are ample opportunities for fellowship and encouragement -- and even Etsy business advice.  Visit the Cast Team main page here.

Bible Cover Case

Here is a Bible cover personalized with your own family photo. These are created by Kelly of SewEndless on Etsy.  What grandma or mom wouldn't love carrying their loved ones with them to church or Bible study? Click here to check out the other personalized photo bags and wallets available in her shop.  

Needle Felted Bunny With Heart

Isn't this felted bunny just the cutest thing!  It is from The Little Elf Shop on Etsy made by Kelley.  She has all sorts of wool minatures and natural dolls in her shop.  Click here to visit her shop. If you don't see exactly what you are looking for, she will also take special orders. 

Rose Cake Topper

 

 

 

This incredible rose is fashioned by hand out of a paste made of sugar.  If you are looking for a unique cake decoration for your wedding -- click here to check out the other floral creations in The Sweet Pea Sugar Art shop on Etsy.  

 

 

 

Toddler Boy Newsboy Hat

 

 

How about this blue crochet hat?  It is fashioned out of a organic wool, cotton blend.  Keil of Lemon Lane Organics has all sorts of cute crochet items.  Click here to check out the other hats, booties and even bow ties. 

Well, there were plenty of other unique handmade listings in the thread.  It was very hard to pick just four listings.  If you like these, you might want to visit the Cast Team "help one another" thread here to see more. 

A Bit Of Warmth On This Cold Day In New England

1 fine moment by Dirk Wüstenhagen

For Rent by Sea lovers on Facebook

Boynton Beach

Would love to be here...........