July 21, 2011

Coral Collection



I have had the opportunity to go snorkeling several times in the Caribbean and see beautiful corals in their natural habitat.  They are truly amazing in their variety.










To add some whimsy to the display, starfish in vases were added.




Summers seem so short now that children go back to school in the middle of August.  I'm going to keep my coral display up till college football kickoff to make the summer stretch out for me. 


You may have already figured it out, but most all my 'coral' is made from the floral department  at Hobby Lobby, a couple of cans of Great Stuff Foam, and paint. If you want to try making your own
faux coral too click on the highlighted text below...

22 comments

  1. What a beautiful display! I love all the sand dollars!

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  2. Absolutely gorgeous! And that console table they are sitting on is stunning! :-)
    Vanessa

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  3. Beautiful display. I used to scuba dive, I thought that you had collected real coral, at first, and was "worried" for the environment. I'm glad this beautiful display shows the beauty of coral without harming it.

    http://jeanneselep.blogspot.com/2011/07/potion-bottles.html

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  4. The coral is awesome...I totally thought it was the real thing! I love the cabinet it's all sitting on too.

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  5. I am in love with your coral display and I am excited to see how you made these with foam. Thanks for linking to the Open House party this week.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  6. These are amazing! I'm your newest follower. You want to hear something weird? I'm #101 follower and I noticed that you are my #101 follower too. What are the chances of that happening? 101 rocks! I got to go check out the rest of your blog, you have cool stuff going on.

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  7. What a fabulous coral collection...love how you have showcased it.

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  8. You have a beautiful collection and have displayed it beautifully as well! Nicely done. :)

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  9. Thanks for stopping by my blog. I didn't have a chance to look through everyone's links over at TT&J earlier but I'm glad you came by. I love, love,love your mantel. I am now a new follower and I will be coping you!

    Jessica
    www.jessabellstamps.blogspot.com

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  10. Hi - I'm your Newest Follower!

    Love your blog and your coral creations - they are magnificent - what a great idea - they look lovely and elegant and real!

    Visiting via Social Salutations and the blog hop!

    Happy Saturday!
    Linda
    beachside cottage

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  11. I am impressed! I don't have the patience but you did a great job!

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  12. This is such a gorgeous display. I love all of your coral. Stunning. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  13. What a beautiful display of coral. How creative!
    -Lynn

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  14. That is such an awesome display, Love to see how you did this. I'm going back to check your tutorial. It truely looks so real.

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  15. OMG! That vignette (Actually the entire shot) is giorgeous!! I can't believe you made some of them!! Vanna

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  16. Beautiful "under the sea" collection.

    I am coming over from Suzanne's at Privet and Holly.

    Fondly,
    Glenda (link #27)

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  17. It is fabulous that you made them and the entire display is beachy wonderful!

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  18. What a great display! I would be honored if you have a chance to come on over for Treasure Hunt Thursday!

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  19. I'm over here at the urging of Sherry at No Minimalist Here, and I'm so glad she did. You have a wonderful blog & I'm a new follower. If you get the chance, come over to my blog for a visit.
    CAS

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  20. BLOWN AWAY. You are my kind of girl! Following you now and can't wait to see what you come up with next. Stop by and see me if you get a chance.
    Hugs,
    Lisa
    http://theenchantedoven.blogspot.com/2011/07/french-cookies-part-3.html

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  21. THIS is one
    cool collection,
    especially on
    a HOT summer's
    day!! Really
    fun and unique!
    Thanks for linking
    up to my collector's
    party and letting
    us have a peek
    through your window : )
    xx Suzanne

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