Waterside Cottages

Isn't this the prettiest Summer Book Cover? This beautiful book is one I look forward to reading and drooling over. I can't wait 'til it's available. You can pre-order it Here from the author, Barbara Jacksier.

Barbara also has a Website just full of sea side inspiration! How fun are those little striped cabana covers? A pina colada, a big hat, a great mystery novel, and even I, not~so~much~a~sun~worshipper could lounge around here for a week or two.

photo courtesy of Rosemary Beach.

Yep, now this looks like fun! I think Mr. FgH could go for that right about now! {Instead, he'll be spending his free time re~painting the bathroom, so I'm not sharing these photos with him}

We do live near the ocean, so he does get to do his running by the beach. {in case you were already feeling sorry for him}

Anyway, let's get back to the book. Filled with inspiring shots like these. But there's so much more. Those of you who love Barbara will have read the updates on her Blog

Who doesn't dream of having their own private dock? With a little boat, ready to cruise on the water at any given notice.

Photo by Dan Mayers

It's the interior shots that really make our beachy hearts flutter, though. Even this bowl filled with shells is stunning! And what a simple, beautiful way to announce Summer.

Hearts. Made by you~know~who......available soon for sale at the Waterside Cottages Website. So wonderful for your own beach~side cottage, or as a gift. Even if you just dream of a beach~side cottage. Perfect.



Photo by Dan Mayers

Directions to make fun, sea~side projects like this Shell Candle Holder can be found on the site, too.

Photo by Dan Mayers

And then more shots of the book. All wonderful spaces to live. I love the soft, natural colors in this small vignette, the variety of hues from the dark Brown Wicker Chair to the Light Cream Table. Note the "Florida" Flamingo print and the Boat!

Photo by Dan Mayers
Another of my favorites. The light colors, the Starfish. This shot makes me just want to knock on their door and ask if they will adopt me. How relaxing to come home to this room, and there are so many interesting things and textures to see. I love the two Wood pieces over the French Doors.

Photo by Dan Mayers

Soft, vintage chenille Pillows to curl up on. On a hot summer afternoon, if you are lucky, to read, or take a nap. A glass of cool Lemonaide next to you. Are you loving this yet?

All photos by Dan Mayers

Then, at the end of the day......this. Clean, crisp, and beautiful colors! Sweet dreams really are made of this. I love the color combination, and especially the Gingham Dust Ruffle. This makes me want to summer~up my own little home with some shells, and a cleaner look.

How do you get your home ready for summer? Let me know, I am always looking for a great idea.