11 Coastal Room Ideas for Aqua and Lime Color Combo!

There's just something Happy about combining aqua blue and lime green in a coastal room scene!  (Or maybe it's the new Pharrell Williams song that has been stuck in my head for weeks now - lol)    I have been collecting images of aqua and lime rooms - trying to be brave enough to fully commit to trying this color combo out.

Had to show you some of my collection, just in case you all need an update for spring too! 

Way cool ceiling idea, including the fun chandelier!  (HouseofTurquoise.com)

 Lots of light and pattern!  I might mix up the lamps a bit, but great ideas to start with!  (ModernPalmBlog.com)

 Adorable small cocktail bar for your covered outdoor area!  (Source: CottageHomeMaine.com)

 I love this tile idea!  Happy kitchen (source unknown)

 Pretty, but subtle.  I could probably pull this look off at our house.  Tom wouldn't protest too much!  

(Elle Decor)

Maybe a little crowded, but you get the idea of combining the colors.   Really like the art and the ceramic stools/tables.  (Found on Houzz.com) 

 Wouldn't this be a fun little reading nook?   Love the bold stripes! (Found on HouseofTurquoise.com)

 Kiawah Island Dreaming from HGTV's Dream Home!  So pretty - check out all of the images for even more inspiration - HGTV.com

You may have already seen this image on Pinterest or Completely-Coastal.com, but it is simply one of my faves!  Can't go wrong with some large pieces of art - especially when they are fun seashorses.  (Original Source - Southern Living)

 Fabulous fun kitchen design from Anthony Buratta - looks like a party happening! 

Of course, Jane Coslick always has great ideas for combining bright colors!  LOVE her fun cottage style.

What do you think? Have you been brave enough to try this color combo at your house?  Would love to see your ideas!

A Mardi Gras Gourmet Treat - Emeril's Jambalaya!

Emeril Lagasse's recipe was so good!  And pretty darn easy to follow - just make sure to have everything assembled, including the veggies chopped, before starting, as everything cooks really quickly.  The worst thing to do to seafood is to overcook it - so watch the shrimp!

I followed his recipe to the letter, except I cheated on his "Essence of Creole Seasoning" - I keep Zatarin's Creole Seasoning in my cupboard for occasions just like this! (Great in steamed clams....)  Served with a nice Sauvignon Blanc from Pagemill Winery.   Scrumptious!

This turned out so yummy that we ate the leftovers all week long for lunch!

Ingredients:
12 medium shrimp, peeled, deveined and chopped

School of Fish Glassware

4 oz. diced chicken
1 T. Creole Seasoning (recipe on the bottom of the page)
2 T. olive oil
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
1/4 cup chopped celery
2 T. chopped garlic
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
3 bay leaves
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. hot sauce
3/4 cup rice
3 cups chicken stock
5 oz. Andouille sausage - sliced
Salt and Pepper to Taste

Combine shrimp, chicken in a bowl - stir in Creole seasoning and set aside. In a large (deep) saucepan, heat oil over high heat; add onion, bell pepper and celery.  Cook for 3 minutes.  Add garlic, tomatoes, bay leaves, Worcestershire sauce and hot sauces.  Stir well, and cook for a few minutes.  Stir in rice and slowly add broth.  Reduce heat to medium and cook until rice absorbs liquid and becomes tender, stirring occasionally (add extra water if necessary) for about 15 minutes. When rice is just tender add shrimp and chicken mixture and sausage.  Cook until meat is done, about 10 minutes more. Season to taste with salt, pepper and more Creole seasoning.

For Emeril's Creole Seasoning - check out his recipe at FoodNetwork.com!

Coral and Starfish Linens can be found on our site!  

www.caronsbeachhouse.com

Coastal Decorating Trend: Nautical Anchors and Rope Patterns

I am still sorting through photos and catalogs from the Las Vegas Market.  So of course, I have one more trend to show you - anchors, more anchors and nautical rope patterns in every kind of home decorating product for spring and summer.  

Here are a few of the items that I managed to snap pics of -

1st on the list: Fun area rugs with details of  rope and anchor twists in all kinds of colors!  

(will be available after May 2014)

Luxury down-filled oversized pillows in classic nautical patterns and colors! Another discovery of fabulous Made in America product - will be available on our website within the next week.

Embroidered Pillows - love to mix and match some "nautical" themes with seashells and sealife!  

(P.S. All of these can be found on our website)

We found some really interesting art pieces - love these carved nautical and sealife panels!  (The rattan lighting is pretty awesome too.)

We saw a lot of  different "rope" lamps - I am excited about all of the different styles that are coming on the market.  From beach cottage looks to more coastal sophistication.   This "monkey fist" knot lamp was one of the cute (affordable) beach cottage styles that we spotted!

Thought these thick rope handled clear Lucite trays were really awesome.  Would make a great gift for a boater!  (hoping to have these available for our customers this spring)

This set of navy blue and white vases is just one example of the different kinds of nautical home accents that we discovered. What do you think of the propeller?  I am not sure what I think.... but I do like the anchor and the ship's wheel.

So crazy about these new anchor barware glasses!  

I am very encouraged, as this nautical trend only seems to grow,  and more interesting rugs, lamps and home accents become available for our customers.   There is just more options to fit every budget, lifestyle and decorating style.

Make sure to check out our "Nautical Decorating" category for more ideas like these!