Sanibel Shell Museum Open House November 21, 2013

This past week I had the pleasure of attending the Bailey Matthews Shell Museum Open House.  The local island community was invited to view the new gift shop area and see the "Shellabration 2012" shell flower arrangement dedication.  My pictures really don't capture the detail and beauty of this arrangement.  The evening was well attended, much more than I had anticipated. It was nice to see fellow shellers, friends and see this amazing queen helmet shell that was recently donated to the museum.  I would encourage you to visit the Bailey Matthews Shell Museum on Sanibel, it's well worth the visit.  I always learn something new and often run into an old friend when I visit the museum. 

 

The Shellatier Collection by Karen Robertson

I'm proud to share with you this new collection by my friend Karen Robertson.  Her seashell flower and succulent collection is meticulously handcrafted by award winning shell artists. Each seashell flower and succulent is unique by nature and no two are the same. If you would like to explore her fabulous works more, here is the link to her site 

Karen Robertson's Shellatier Collection. 

Typhoon Haiyan

We all love the wind, water and waves.There are a lot of people that will be effected by this storm. I am sending only good thoughts to this coastline, I hope you do the same.  -Capt. Brian

Fun Day At The Beach

A fun time was had by veteran sheller Beth and her brother Russ. I enjoyed hearing her stories about scotch bonnets and lion's paws from Beth. Beth found an excellent cone and many other small treasures. Russ is forever finding pieces of lightning whelks and very good at making me laugh. Thank you Beth and Russ, I look forward to our next trip.

           Capt. Brian