THE BEAUTY OF NATURAL THINGS

BLACK SEA CORAL FAN

Nature is the ultimate artist.

 creating texture and form

and subtle color to please the eye

and no place better than the ocean

where shells and coral are formed as living breating life forms

that create exquisite beauty even in their death

from its simplest form

and most basic color

I love coral and shells

their forms and shapes

and I use them in my home - even though I don't have a 'beach' style home

Shells and coral adapt to any decorating style

whether a collection or a touch here and there

or something more elaborate

they are beautiful and unique

complex and simple

and best of all 'natural'

add a few to your home decor.

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QUESTION FROM A READER:

I have beach home and looking to paint walls in a pale soft beige against white dove trim. It was suggested that I use bm creamy white. It's feels way too tan. Any suggestions. My sofas are neutral beige and accent color is palladium blue.  Tracy Layne

Hi Tracy,

Try Dunn Edwards/California Paints CRISP MUSLIN.

  

Dunn Edwards/California Paints WHISPER GRAY

Dunn Edwards/California Paints RIVER BED

Dunn Edwards/California Paints YOUR BLUFF

Benjamin Moore MUSLIN

Benjamin Moore MANCHESTER TAN

These all have a touch or more of gray, which keeps them from looking too tan, and also keeps them soothing and soft and light.  Good luck!