If you’re missing summer boating during the cold winter months, you’re not alone. We’re all a little inconsolable when boating season ends for the year. Some of us howl. Some of us weep. Some of us craft nautical Christmas ornaments.
If you’re feeling the boating blues, snatch up these lovely last-minute ornaments for a quick cure. They’re sure to invite a gentle nautical charm into your home over the holidays and bring in the boating spirit—till next year!
Set of 6 Sand Dollars, Starfish and Scallop Shells
Cost: $24.00
Handmade from starfish, sand dollars, scallop shells, glitter, and ribbon or jute.
This starfish, sand dollar and scallop shell Christmas ornaments can come natural or glittered. They make beautiful napkin rings, tree decorations, or even party favors. You can choose between ivory, white, aqua, red, or silver satin ribbon, or natural jute as well. This ornaments measure two-and-a-half to five inches in diameter, with an additional two to three inches from the ribbon. Purchase the Set of 6 Sand Dollars, Starfish and Scallop Shells at Etsy.com.
Star Sea Shell Ornament
Sale cost: $12.74
Made from small shells and glitter.
This lovely star ornament is shaped out of hundreds of tiny sea shells all frosted with glitter for some holiday cheer. Adding a subtle nautical touch to any Christmas decorations, this lovely ornament will light up the tree. The star ornament measures four by four inches in dimension. Purchase the Star Sea Shell Ornament at NauticalSeasons.com.
White Abalone Shell Ornament
Cost: $8 each or three for $20
Handmade from abalone shell, starfish, small shells, and white ribbon.
These lovely white abalone shells come with tiny sea accents inside, including small starfish and sea shells. Since each ornament is made by hand, no two are exactly alike and can promise to be utterly unique. This ornament is suspended from a white ribbon for easy hanging. With glimmering natural colors, this ornament is sure to add a special touch to the Christmas tree or wreath. Purchase the White Abalone Shell Ornament at LovingCoastalLiving.com.
Midwest Santa Fishing Christmas Ornament
Sale cost: $9.99
Made from resin by Midwest Christmas Ornaments
If you love fishing, this ornament is just the one for you. From the decorations on his vest to the garland on his boat, Santa Claus is ready to fish with Christmas style. This ornament comes in bright, lively colors and is four inches by five inches by three-and-a-half inches in dimension. Purchase the Midwest Santa Fishing Christmas Ornament at Macys.com.
Sea Urchin Snowman
Cost: $10 each or three for $25
Handmade from sea urchins, shell nose, jeweled eyes, and sea fan arms.
These funny little snowmen are made from real sea urchins in natural pink or painted white. With painted orange shell noses and sea fan arms, these ornaments will invite a holiday beach charm to any Christmas tree. Since they are made by hand, no two snowmen will be exactly alike. Purchase the Sea Urchin Snowman at LovingCoastalLiving.com.
Starfish and Sand Dollar Christmas Ornaments
Cost: $24.00
Handmade from starfish, sand dollars, and jute or ribbon.
This beautiful ornament set of six is made of sand dollars and starfish just as nature made them. You can order them natural white, with glitter, or a mix of both options. Hanging from natural jute or your choice of five ribbons, these ornaments can also be used as yearlong napkin rings during the offseason. This set measures three to five inches in diameter, and the ribbon and jute adds another two-and-a-half inches. Purchase the Starfish and Sand Dollar Christmas Ornaments at Etsy.com.
White Baking Scallop With Pearl Abalone and White Finger Starfish Ornament
Cost: $11.95
Handmade from baking scallop, pearl abalone, star fish, seashell flower, sea glass, pearls, sparkle and ribbon.
This gorgeous White Baking Scallop with Pearl Abalone & White Finger Star Fish Ornament adds a coastal touch to any Christmas. Hanging from a red satin ribbon, each ornament can be created in a color scheme beyond the traditional red and green. This shell can be hung almost anywhere to complement the holidays. Purchase the White Baking Scallop with Pearl Abalone and White Finger Starfish Ornament at LovingCoastalLiving.com.
Seashell Christmas Ornament with Shells and Glittered Starfish
Cost: $10.00
Handmade from seashells, starfish, and ribbon.
This eye-catching seashell ornament can supplement your decorations or stand out from the green of the Christmas tree with its lovely white color. The star shape was crafted from cut cerithium seashells and a glittery starfish and hangs from an ivory ribbon. This ornament measures three-and-a-half to four inches in diameter, not including the hanging ribbon. Purchase the Seashell Christmas Ornament with Shells and Glittered Starfish at Etsy.com.
Spiral Seashell with Swarovski Crystal Chain and Rhinestone Ball.
Cost: $35.00
Handmade from seashell, rhinestone ball, crystal chain, and silk cord.
Your Christmas tree will be beautifully embellished with this natural spindle shell ornament. Spiraled with a hand-placed Swarovski crystal chain, this shell hangs from a silk cord and silver-plated end cap. A large rhinestone ball tops it off with a glimmer. This lovely ornament measures five to six inches long. Purchase the Spiral Seashell with Swarovski Crystal Chain and Rhinestone Ball at Etsy.com.
Natural Coral Ornament
Cost: $12.00
Handmade from coral, silver plated end cap, and silk cord.
This uniquely lovely coral Christmas ornament is unlike anything else with natural lace coral sprigs. The sprigs hang suspended from silver-plated caps and silk cording and make a beautiful nautical touch to any centerpiece, wreath, or Christmas tree. The small measures two to three inches long by one-and-a-half to two-and-a-half inches wide. The medium ornament measures two-and-a-half to three inches long and two-and-a-half to three inches wide. The large measures three to four inches long and three to four inches wide, and all are hung by a two-and-a-half-inch long silk cording. Purchase the Natural Coral Ornament at Etsy.com.
