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Thursday, May 26, 2011

Home Sweet Home #16

Welcome to Home Sweet Home!  I created this little wreath last summer for my front door and I named it "Gifts From the Sea." 


I thought the asymmetrical shape to the wreath looked like the waves washing the shells; "gifts from the sea," onshore.

Well, little did I know there was a famous little book by the same name.  So for my vintage inspiration I found the book at the thrift store for 50 cents and I read it.  It was very good.  I think I was past the stage that the author was at the point she wrote the book.  I enjoyed it though.

For Photo Feature Friday here is my flower.  I adjusted the levels in Photoshop and applied a soft light layer called Warm Sun by Kim Klassen at 100%

So many wonderful entries last week!  Here were a few of my favorite.  Rita May over at her blog May Days took an old sink and created a fantastic potting bench.  Click the link to view.


Next, Adrienne at her blog La Vie Quotidienne created the most gorgeous basket full of bath goodies.  Click link to view it.


Stefanie, over at her blog Rose Petals and Rust has the backyard of dreams, just check out her roses in bloom spilling into the waterfall.  Click the link to view.


Tiffany over at her blog Savor Home shared her living room and dining room decor.  I really thought this space was well thought out and nicely decorated. Click on the link to view.


And last, Susan over at her blog Hometown Girl shared her back porch she had spruced up for spring and the space was delightful!  Click on the link to view.

Now onto today.
I will join these ladies today:
Show and Tell Friday at My Romantic Home
Photo Feature Friday  at A Rosy Note
Vintage Inspiration Friday at Common Ground
Feather Your Nest  at French Country Cottage
Thrifty Things Friday at The Thrifty Groove

Guidelines for Home Sweet Home Party:
Attention: To link up with inlinkz you must have a permalink back to this party in your post or they will not allow you to link.  If you find your link deleted, add the link, and then try again.  
My button is on my sidebar for the party, if you want to use it.   If you are new here I hope you will become a follower.  No Etsy link ups or direct advertising, please.  Please visit some of the other blogs and get some great inspiration.  Thanks.:)
Now let's see your beautiful homes!

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42 comments:

  1. Gloria FoxMay 26, 2011 at 1:18 PM

    Love your wreath. Such an unusual shape. Thank you for hosting the party!

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  2. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorMay 26, 2011 at 1:28 PM

    Beautiful features Sherry! Each one of them so inspiring!Loved the shell wreath...and the way you display things is so elegant and precious.Thanks for having us each week. Have a happy and safe holiday weekend!~Poppy

    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

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  3. Blondie's JournalMay 26, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    What a neat wreath...you really did a gorgeous job with it. I'd love to have something like this for the lakehouse. Love all the entries this week, too!

    XO,
    Jane

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  4. Debra@CommonGroundMay 26, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Hi Sherry, just linked up, but I forgot your button on my post. I'll get it added in. Have a great weekend! xoxo Debra

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  5. MelissaMay 26, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    The pink roses are stunning! Thanks for being such a gracious hostess, I love your parties.

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  6. Ceekay-THINKIN of HOMEMay 26, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    Hi...joined in for the party! You have some lovely pictures of beautiful things! Have a great weekend!

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  7. Rita's RecipesMay 26, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Thank you sooo much for featuring my MAY DAYS potting bench. It's such an honor to be in this creative group. Your shells are displayed beautifully. I love how you did the wreath. There are lots of good shell ideas this week.
    Thanks!

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  8. EileenMay 26, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    I love your wreath! It's so pretty. You have such a lovely blog ~ it's like a wonderful romantic little trip each time I visit. I'm also linking up for the first time.

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  9. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 26, 2011 at 2:43 PM

    Sherry, your pictures of this summery vignette are gorgeous. Thanks for hosting and have a great holiday weekend.

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  10. FABBY'S LIVINGMay 26, 2011 at 2:44 PM

    I love your wreath, never seen one with shells and such great shells! I love all the shels you got all over, such beautiful shapes. Thank you for hosting. Have a terrific weekend.
    FABBY

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  11. Olga PoltavaMay 26, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    Hi Sherry,
    your wreath is beautiful. And I love the picture of the rose and sea star, so dreamy.
    Thank you for hosting the party.

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  12. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 26, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    Your wreath is fabulous. I love the shape and the shells are wonderful. Thanks for hosting such a fun party. Hugs, Marty

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  13. SueMay 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Sherry, You have inspired me to put some shells on my wreath! I usually just keep them in a jar, but they're definitely coming out for a visit! *grin* Thanks for hosting. :-) Sue

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  14. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMay 26, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Your wreath is gorgeous Sherry and love your sea inspired plates! I think I have the same shell bowls!! Love them. Thanks for hosting! :)

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  15. LindaMay 26, 2011 at 6:03 PM

    beautiful photos!

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  16. Confessions of a Plate AddictMay 26, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    Ooooh...such a pretty and unique wreath, Sherry! And so summery, too! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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  17. Stephanie ~ Angelic AccentsMay 26, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Beautiful whites on that wreath you made. I love it. Thanks for hosting this fun event ~ I've just linked up!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  18. MarthaMay 26, 2011 at 7:07 PM

    Thanks for hosting and have a wonderful and safe weekend!

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  19. xinexMay 26, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Lovely photos, lovely accessories and lovely home!...Christine

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  20. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 26, 2011 at 7:57 PM

    I remember your wreath, Sherry, and how much I loved it. I did read it at the right stage and it meant a lot to me. I like the pretty cover of your copy. And of course that's a great price.

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  21. LynnMay 26, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    Such a pretty post, Sherry. I have several copies of Gift From The Sea - I love the illustrations and sentiment. Thanks for hosting and have a lovely weekend.
    ~Lynn
    www.cottageandcreek.com

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  22. Faye May 26, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    Shells are just so pretty! Thank you for hosting!
    Faye

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  23. The TablescaperMay 26, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Your shell wreath makes you ready for summer!

    - The Tablescaper

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  24. Heaven's WalkMay 26, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    Your shell wreath is sooo pretty, Sherry! I read "Gift from the Sea" a long time ago, and just re-read it this past year. AML writes with so much introspect and beauty. Her daughter, Reeve, wrote a book about living and caring for her mom as she was aging and writing the book. That's a great read, too! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  25. KarenMay 26, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Beautiful pictures! The flowers are gorgeous. I really like your dark outdoor furniture. I have dark aluminum tables and chairs outside that I bought in Guadalajara. I have really enjoyed them.
    Thanks so much for hosting this party. Gave me a chance to highlight our home-away-from home.
    Have a great weekend.
    Karen
    Ladybug Creek

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  26. Debra@CommonGroundMay 26, 2011 at 11:26 PM

    Hi Sherry, in the first photo the shell bowl is amazing. Is it old ironstone? so pretty. love the wreath. your photos are so wonderful, thanks for linking up with VIF! xoxo Debra

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  27. Nancy's Daily DishMay 26, 2011 at 11:36 PM

    The pink roses by the waterfall has got to be one of the prettiest sights ever! What a stunning photo!

    Have a blessed Memorial Day weekend,

    Nancy

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  28. KathyMay 27, 2011 at 12:25 AM

    Beautiful inspiration - terrific job - love your inspired choices!
    Kathy

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  29. SusanMay 27, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Gosh, I love your home and those flowers are just amazing!!

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  30. stefanieMay 27, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    thank you so much for featuring my pond!!!
    I love all the great links!!!

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  31. AnonymousMay 27, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    The wreath is gorgeous... totally loved it.. I also love the images of your home.. wow!! wow!!

    I've linked in today.. :-) Hope you have a lovely weekend..

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  32. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    thank you for the mention! i love kim's textures you used them beautifully!! have a great weekend! susan

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  33. UnknownMay 27, 2011 at 12:40 PM

    your wreath is just perfect for summer!

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  34. Completely CoastalMay 27, 2011 at 12:46 PM

    I so love your wreath. I posted a similar one that had in addition to the shells pine cone flowers on it. Still didn't get to make one -sigh!! Your photos are gorgeous as well!!

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  35. ArabellaMay 27, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    I love it all - just gorgeous!

    Happy Memorial Day weekend :O)

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  36. Rose M. RodriguezMay 27, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    Hi Sherry, I always identify with the amlejas and partnership on the summer, but gradually I've become accustomed to your beautiful land 'tickets with your clams and whites and creams, which look good at all times. The photos are beautiful effects created safe, worthy of being enshrined in a book. Greetings, Rose Marie

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  37. Katie @ Wildwood CreekMay 27, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Love the wreath and shells. I also love Gifts from the Sea.

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  38. Johanna GehrleinMay 27, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Hello Sherry,
    that is a wonderful post. You find always the nicest blogs. Thank you for sharing them with us.
    Best greetings, Johanna

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  39. TriciaMay 27, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    Hi Sherry! Oh your photos look so nice...very summery. I love the texture that you added too, it's one of my favorites. Thanks so much for sharing your post at Photo Feature Friday :)

    tricia

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  40. UnknownMay 28, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Just wanted to say hello, I'm your newest follower. I love your site. If you have time I have a food blog, would love for you to pop in sometime. Have a great weekend!

    http://pinchofthisthatandtheother.blogspot.com/

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  41. RemaMay 29, 2011 at 2:55 AM

    Lovely blog! Following you now and joining in your link up party too :)

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  42. Coastal Health and HomeMay 29, 2011 at 10:51 PM

    Dear Sherry,

    I'm a new friend-follower.

    I love the shells!

    Best,

    Coastal Blue Ocean

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