DIY Beach Themed Rope Railing

Who doesn't love the feeling that Do It Yourself projects give to your home? They add a touch of uniqueness and warmth that is just so cozy. Here's a great little project we came across on the House Beautiful blog!

Trying to give your home more of a beach feel? Well here's an easy way to add that seaside touch.... use thick rope as a railing! What a great way to change the feel of your interior design. Choose a stair runner that is complimentary and not so loud that it pulls all the attention away from your new rope railing. The example in this shot is perfect... the runner is aligned to the right in order to reveal a bit of the natural wood floor. What a nice compliment to the nautical rope railing!

Photo Credit: House Beautiful

DIY Starfish Candle Jar

We love this simple, easy, inexpensive do-it-yourself project.

What you'll need:

• clear mason jar
• sand
• votive candle
• twine
• finger starfish

1. Grab your clear mason, jelly or glass jar.

2. Fill it half-way, with sand.  If you don't live near the beach, you may find play sand at your local home-improvement store.

3. Wrap twine around the top of the jar.  You can do this as far down or as thick as you like.

4. Attach a finger starfish to the twine. Just tie it on or use hot glue.

5. Insert a votive candle inside.  For outdoor use, us a citronella candle to keep the bugs at bay.

6. Place on your deck when lounging or outdoor dining; tabletop or line a walking path for a party.

7. Enjoy this beach cottage style candle jar.  And be sure to brag to everyone you made it!

You could also loop some wire around to create a hanger.  Several of these hanging from a tree or your patio umbrella would be beautiful.

Visit our Pinterest page for more decorating and design ideas:
http://pinterest.com/seasideinspired/

And you may find natural finger starfish at Seaside Inspired:
http://www.seasideinspired.com/0104_starfish.htm

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