Effortless Nautical Inspiration

Ahoy landlubbers! You know us by now, right? If so you know that not much makes us happier than entertaining effortlessly, enjoying the ocean and nautical goodness and spending quality time with our family and friends. These moments are what makes like so sweet so why not capitalize on entertaining with ease? Today’s casual nautical get-together was inspired by just that. Setting the stage for a memorable day filled with laughter with a nautical spin perfect for welcoming warm summer nights and beach bonfires.

Vintage print press blocks are the perfect place holder for intimate summer dinner parties and they pair as a take-home gift!

Tin treat cans filled with peanuts and cinched with twine can be enjoyed table side or sent home with guests post-bash.

We’re big fans of bistro glasses, both small and tall, for sparkling water, wine and cocktails.

An abalone shell we’ve had for years becomes and instant centerpiece when filled with candles.

We love this nautical stationery from HB Designs!

Polka dot straws and julep cups bring in a pop of whimsy.

Make our lemonade by mixing 1 can of limonata with 1 oz. good vodka. Top with ice and garnish with a mint leaf.

We also mixed and matched our nice wedding china {that happens to be in silver and cobalt patterns} with casual silverware and long pillowcases we used as a table runner. Shh…

 

Tips + Photos by Valley & Co.

 So what are you most looking forward to this summer? Are you big on entertaining? If so, we’d love to hear your top entertaining tips!