There’s something about blue and white chinoiserie mixed with a touch of autumn that never goes out of style. 💙🎃 This little gingham pumpkin canvas was designed with cozy Nantucket charm in mind — classic blue florals, soft fall tones, and a delicate gold accent line on the stem that gives it just the right …
There’s something almost magical about the rhythm of needlepoint. The soft pull of thread through canvas.The quiet counting of stitches.The gentle pause from screens, noise, and endless notifications demanding our attention. In a world that constantly tells us to hurry, needlepoint whispers something different: Slow down. Breathe. Create something beautiful one stitch at a time. …
At BeeBee Designs, needlepoint is more than a pastime—it’s a pause. A return to slow beauty, thoughtful color, and craftsmanship. Your stitching space should reflect that same feeling: serene, intentional, and quietly beautiful. If you’re dreaming of a cozy needlepoint corner with chinoiserie elegance and coastal ease, here’s how to create a setup that invites …
Welcome — Pull Up a Chair and Let’s Stitch Hello and welcome — I’m so glad you’re here. If you love needlepoint the way I do — the rhythm of the stitches, the feel of thread gliding across canvas, the quiet joy of watching a design come to life — then you’re in the right …
This year I’ve been busy creating designs, both digital and printable. What funMs BeeBee Designs.Please check it out
Tourists come to visit and love to comb the beaches for sea treasures. Certain times of the year, sand dollars and sea biscuits wash ashore. Although the sand dollar and sea biscuit fall under the same family, they are quite different in shape and size. i get asked what is this called? Is this a …
When it comes to finding your zen, breathing and meditation are like the dynamic duo of relaxation. While they might seem similar, they each have their own vibe and benefits. Breathing techniques are all about harnessing the power of your breath to calm your mind and body. Whether it’s deep belly breathing or the quick …
In today’s world, where technology dominates communication, the art of writing seems to have lost some of its significance. However, it is important to remember why it’s important to practice this timeless skill. Writing is a form of self-expression, allowing us to convey our thoughts, emotions, and ideas in a …
The serving shells are available at The Chic Oyster Food safe oyster shell serving dish for butter and cocktail sauce. Salt and pepper. Packaged boxed with salt and pepper bottles plus serving spoons. Great homewarming, wedding,unique gift. Each set is ready is packaged and ready for gifting. The oyster shells are from North …
Visiting the Island of Okinawa, Japan for the first time…I first heard of sea glass. I searched the Internet and discovered all about it and how addicting it can be searching for it! I spent five days on the beach and began a new hobby! I lost count how many hours and times I went …
In the nineteenth century the system was rediscovered by a man called Dr Mikao Usui. Reiki roots come from India having passed through Tibet and China to Japan where Dr Mikao Usui rediscovered it. He was a Christian headmaster and minister at Doshisha University in Kyoto, Japan. One Sunday morning some of his students asked …
I have been busy traveling and not able to post as often as before. I just have to tell you about my latest adventure. Traveling took me to Japan. I experienced from a local’s view. I stayed in a small fishing village called Taiza. It is right on the coast of the Sea of Japan …
Have you recently dined on some delightful oysters at a restaurant and dreamt of indulging anytime you want? From Oct 1 till April 30, oysters are on the menu in Carolina. To truly enjoy seafood in a way that the locals do, oysters must be bought from a high quality and trusted seafood source, not …
Long a coveted secret of the locals, Coinjock Marina Restaurant is a place where it feels like home the minute you arrive. The staff treats everyone like family. But let’s get to the prime rib, shall we?Coinjock Marina is the home of the 32-ounce prime rib. It’s specially seasoned and slow cooked to perfection, served …
There are days for cake, and days for ice cream and cookies. But every now and then, you crave a different kind of finish to a satisfying meal. Enter Atlantic Beach Pie, a salty and citrusy staple of the North Carolina coast. Katie Workman is the author of The Mom 100 Cookbook: 100 Recipes Every Mom …
Not all dreams are big. Not everyone wants to climb Mount Everest or become a billionaire. Or leap over buildings with a single bound and save the world with a cape. Truth is, some dreams are smaller. But that doesn’t make them less than. That doesn’t make them insignificant. That doesn’t make them unimportant. To …
During the summer, I have created designs from the sea glass I collected while visiting in Japan. The prints and designs have been a hit and while sharing them with friends and customers, they ask about my visit. Today’s post is just a small window of my stay. Japan is a compact area. The cities …
I have been busy traveling and not able to post as often as before. I just have to tell you about my latest adventure. Traveling took me to Japan. I experienced from a local’s view. I stayed in a small fishing village called Taiza. It is right on the coast of the Sea of Japan …
One of my favorite things about Spring and Easter are the beautiful organic decorations and arrangements and vignette to be made! And the sweet, little Easter Egg arrangement I’m sharing today is my favorite. So easy to make and just think of all the fun possibilities! Group them together down the center of the table …
Spring is here and The Easter basket needs something special. Complete your basket with a gorgeous seaglass pendant. I made it myself. The seaglass is from the Sea of Japan. I have family who lives lives near the beach and they send me treasures from the sea they have collected . Check out my store …