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April 26, 2013 35 Comments

Recycled Wood Sign

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As the weather get better the beach has been on my mind. When we lived in Hawaii, we had a favorite spot. This absolutely BEAUTIFUL beach called, Lanikai. We used to go grabbed sandwiches at our favorite Kalapawai Market, and then spend the day at the beach. I miss that place so much. Not because it’s the most beautiful beach I’ve ever seen, but because of all the great memories.

Do you have a place like that?

Recycled Wood Sign

I told you a few weeks ago that I was re-doing my powder room with a nautical them when I showed you those Sisal Rope Mirrors. Here’s another nautical inspired project.

Barn wood beach sign

I picked up this piece of scrap wood at my local ReStore. It was pretty nasty looking but nothing some sanding couldn’t fix up. I knew it was perfect for a recycled wood sign.

Lanikai barnwood sign

I sanded my board really well then stained it with Rust-Oleum’s Kona (I love the dark richness).

I made a stencil using my Silhouette Cameo and very lightly painted the letters white then distressed them slightly, then covered the whole board in finishing wax.

Lanikai beach salvage wood sign

I don’t know when I’ll make the 2599 mile journey to Lanikai again but I most definitely have a piece of Lanikai in my home now.

Happy Friday my loves!

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Chelsea Coulston is the resident decorator, baker, and pillow hoarder around these parts. A wife to an active duty Sailor and mom of two girls, Chelsea's got a knack for decorating even the most challenging spaces (just see her military base house!) She's inspired by cool beach tones and warm natural elements that remind you of a day at the beach. After living in a half dozen rentals, she's enjoyed spending the last few years in a cute ranch style home that she and her husband have almost completely renovated themselves. Chelsea lives in sunny Jacksonville, Florida with her husband and two daughters.

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  1. Debbie says

    April 26, 2013 at 7:17 am

    LOve it Chelsea! So cute. I may have to steal this idea for my son’s bedroom…..

    Debbie

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  2. Randi Sowders says

    April 26, 2013 at 10:33 am

    I love this!!!! It’s so freaking cute! and I love the distressed look on it.

    Great job!

    Reply
  3. Shayna @ The Wood Grain Cottage says

    April 26, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    I LOVE THIS! Fabulous job! I’m all about adding meaning to my home, so i can only imagine your love for this! 🙂

    Reply
  4. LinhC says

    April 26, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    Love how this sign turned out. Lanakai beaches are beautiful ! I spent some time there a couple of years ago and would love to visit again soon. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Brandy says

    April 27, 2013 at 9:37 am

    Love this! THanks for the tutorial. I’ve never been, but it’s on the list 🙂

    Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    April 29, 2013 at 2:10 am

    Its great I love it . It would go perfectly with a nautical themed room.
    I would love it if you came and linked it up at
    http://www.twiggstudios.com/2013/04/sunday-show-off-linky-party_27.html

    Hugs aimee xxxx

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  7. di @ musings says

    April 29, 2013 at 7:14 am

    love it! this would go great by our hot tub. sorry for the all caps, keyboard is acting up. :O

    Reply
  8. Amie @ Pinkapotamus says

    April 29, 2013 at 4:25 pm

    I love this! What a great idea~ Hope you hop over and share with my Pink Hippo party @ http://pinkapotamus.blogspot.com/2013/04/pink-hippo-party-124.html
    xoxo
    Amie @ Pinkapotamus

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  9. Megan says

    April 30, 2013 at 4:31 am

    Such a great idea, chelsea. 🙂

    Reply
  10. Sherry says

    April 30, 2013 at 8:00 am

    This turned out gorgeous! I fell in love with the beaches of hawaii and especially the north shore. so much beauty there!

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  11. Rachel says

    April 30, 2013 at 9:53 am

    I LOVE IT! sO BEAUTIFUL. I have a few pieces of driftwood something like this might be super cool on!

    Reply
  12. Laurel (@abubblylife) says

    April 30, 2013 at 10:02 pm

    We were stationed in hawaii for 3.5 years and i miss it everyday!
    love, love lanikai Beach… beautiful sign!!

    Reply
  13. Gina says

    May 1, 2013 at 9:37 am

    After growing up near the ocean & being so far from it now- I just really love all things beach. LOVE how this turned out.

    Reply
  14. Sarah @ Alderberry Hill says

    May 1, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    Nice and rustic but beachy too – love your style!

    Reply
  15. Krista @thehappyhousie says

    May 1, 2013 at 8:48 pm

    Love this sign!! We used to live in a small town called Tofino where we would grab our coffee and head to the wide-open pacific ocean. The memories are the best part. I am a big fan of beachy cottagey design and look forward to checking out the rest of your blog – hopped over from Project Inspired.
    Krista

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  16. Bethany says

    May 2, 2013 at 4:16 pm

    So cute! Great job!

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  17. Jaime From Crafty Scrappy Happy says

    May 2, 2013 at 4:58 pm

    I love your style so so so much!!! Thank you for the great inspiration!!
    jaime

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  18. Leah says

    May 2, 2013 at 5:50 pm

    I really like this! I am definitely going to be making my own signs from here on out. Where do you get the finishing wax? I found you at Happy Hour and would love if you linked up at a linky I am co-hosting Frugal Fit Family Friday at http://www.leahinspired.com

    Reply
  19. Taryn @ Design, Dining + Diapers says

    May 2, 2013 at 10:01 pm

    This is so adorable Chelsea! I love the little sign. I wish I was on that beach right now 🙂

    Reply
  20. Heidi says

    May 3, 2013 at 4:13 am

    Beautiful sign! Love the white paint against the dark stain, gorgeous!

    Reply
  21. Cathy says

    May 4, 2013 at 7:45 pm

    ADORABLE! I LOVE THIS!

    I would love for you to share this and link up to my TGIF Link Party! Who knows, you just might be featured next week!

    http://apeekintomyparadise.blogspot.com/2013/05/a-peek-into-my-paradise-tgif-link-party.html

    Cathy

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  22. DEbbie says

    May 5, 2013 at 6:09 am

    I love this beach too, i have signs i made naming all the beaches we love too but never put the miles on them. love the idea of putting the number of miles with the name.. Also, thanks for your service .

    Reply
  23. Meegan says

    May 5, 2013 at 10:00 pm

    Awesome tutorial and sign! I need one asap 🙂
    Pinning.

    Reply
  24. Heather says

    May 6, 2013 at 2:04 pm

    Thanks so much for sharing your sentimental and pretty wood sign at project inspired linky party! It’s nice to have reminders in our homes of our postings isn’t it! I featured you today! http://www.settingforfour.com/2013/05/12-beautiful-and-creative-ways-to.html Pinned and shared too – hope to see you at tonights party at 8 pm EST! xo heather

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  25. Laura @ The Turquoise Home says

    May 6, 2013 at 2:50 pm

    I LOVE this so much!! I want to get a cameo just so i can make signs. 🙂 thanks for sharing!

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