Nautical Art | Home Bar Furniture | Pub Signs | Beach Decor https://oceanartsdesigns.com One of a kind art and home bars in Wilmington NC Thu, 03 Apr 2014 17:21:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 Introducing Fisher, our new shop manager! https://oceanartsdesigns.com/introducing-fisher-our-new-shop-manager/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/introducing-fisher-our-new-shop-manager/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2014 17:21:10 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=859 Stop by to meet our new shop manager, Fisher!  He’s new to the business but makes up for his lack of experience with an overabundance of cuteness.  Now giving puppy kisses Monday – Thursday 7:30am to 5:00pm and Fridays 7:30am to 11:30am.

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OceanArts Holiday Open House! https://oceanartsdesigns.com/oceanarts-holiday-open-house/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/oceanarts-holiday-open-house/#respond Tue, 03 Dec 2013 19:42:12 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=841 Join us Wednesday, December 11th for our Holiday Open House!
We’ll be open extended hours, 7:30am to 7:30pm, and will be showcasing local art, home decor, gifts, furniture and more.  Plus, everything in the OceanArts shop will be 10% OFF all day!!  Enjoy some refreshments, get some Christmas shopping done, and have a great time!

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Cards and magnets from Martha Johnson https://oceanartsdesigns.com/cards-and-magnets-from-martha-johnson/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/cards-and-magnets-from-martha-johnson/#respond Tue, 30 Jul 2013 19:12:02 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=814 We’re now featuring the work of Nags Head, NC collage artist Martha Johnson.  Her fun and inspirational cards and magnets are a beautiful and affordable addition to any collection – or fridge!  The cards are blank inside for use with any occasion, and they can also be easily framed to showcase their beauty long-term.  Stop by our shop to see them all!

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Bench Swings at Kure Beach Featured in Our State Magazine https://oceanartsdesigns.com/bench-swings-at-kure-beach-featured-in-our-state-magazine/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/bench-swings-at-kure-beach-featured-in-our-state-magazine/#respond Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:38:12 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=777

Wondering who made the bench swings featured in the April, 2012 issue of Our State Magazine?

RAGS Signs and Graphics designed and built the bench swings for the Kure Beach Oceanfront Park.  While RAGS is known for their sandblasted signs in the Wilmington, NC area, they also have a large collection of custom projects that show their fine artistic craftsmanship.

The bench swings, swing-back benches, signs and even the trash receptacles were designed by Ruth Arnold and built by her and the crew at RAGS.  They even designed and made the corian fish used for the park fundraising efforts!  The swings and benches are all built with the quality and attention to detail that Ruth and RAGS are known for, and will be a wonderful feature at the OceanFront Park for the enjoyment of generations to come.

Come on down to Kure Beach for the dedication of the OceanFront Park on Friday, April 26th and enjoy the view and the fresh salt air while relaxing on a bench swing.

 

See the full article

5 Things every North Carolinan Should Do This Month

from the April, 2013 Our State Magazine

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Another of our home bars has sold… https://oceanartsdesigns.com/another-of-our-home-bars-has-sold/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/another-of-our-home-bars-has-sold/#respond Wed, 29 Aug 2012 15:41:41 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=727 Last week we said good bye to “The Riverbank” home bar, and are working on new designs to fill its spot!  Stop by our shop on River Road to see the bars we have left and sneak a peek at what Ruth is up to in the woodshop.

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Upcycled wood signs at OceanArts https://oceanartsdesigns.com/upcycled-wood-signs-at-oceanarts/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/upcycled-wood-signs-at-oceanarts/#respond Wed, 15 Aug 2012 13:38:20 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=718 In honor of Shark Week, we’re featuring our upcycled wood signs!  These fun signs are all made from reclaimed and repurposed wood, and come ready to hang with rustic twine or bailing wire hangers.  They can be displayed indoors or outside in a protected area.  Prices range from $14 to $20 – treat yourself, get one as a gift, or both!  Stop by the shop today to check out our wide selection.

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New necklaces just in! https://oceanartsdesigns.com/new-necklaces-just-in/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/new-necklaces-just-in/#respond Thu, 05 Jul 2012 12:48:46 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=708
Stop by the shop to check out new necklaces by OceanaireDreamer!

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Summer Grilling with Ms. Debbie’s Aprons https://oceanartsdesigns.com/summer-grilling-with-ms-debbies-aprons/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/summer-grilling-with-ms-debbies-aprons/#respond Mon, 25 Jun 2012 18:28:05 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=703 Grill in style this summer with one of Ms. Debbie’s Aprons!  Handmade by Ms. Debbie herself, these fully-lined aprons are as strong and durable as they are bright and fun.  All aprons have two large front pockets to keep all your tools handy, and extra long ties mean they’re truly one size fits all.  Available in two styles:  The full-length classic apron is great in the kitchen or out at the grill,  and the smaller cafe-style apron is perfect for servers –  or think outside the kitchen and use them in the garden, for crafts, cleaning and more!  And all aprons are machine washable for easy clean up.

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OceanArts Furniture https://oceanartsdesigns.com/oceanarts-furniture/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/oceanarts-furniture/#respond Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:30:39 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=596 In addition to our home bars, at OceanArts we make a variety of unique tables and home furniture using repurposed wood, parts from old wooden boats and more!

 

This versatile bench style table is built from the heart pine seat back of  a 1965  Barbour boat.  The legs and struts are reclaimed redwood, with cypress trim and 2″ brass repurposed footrail accent.

 

 


We created a pair of these teak and cedar end tables from the hatch covers of a 1975 Pearson sailboat.  Finished with a high gloss resin for a beautiful shine and strength to withstand any day to day use.  For sale separately or as a pair.

 

 

This table was built using the catboat rigged bow deck of a 1965 Bobbin dinghy, originally made in Sussex, England.  The legs are reclaimed 2″ brass bar footrails.

 

 

 



We built this pedestal style block top table using the end grain from two white pine posts.  The top is 3″ thick, assembled butcher block style and finished with a thick layer of epoxy for strength and to highlight the unique look of the wood.  Trim is reclaimed cypress, legs are pine with cedar feet.

 

 

 

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Spring for Succulents! https://oceanartsdesigns.com/spring-for-succulents/ https://oceanartsdesigns.com/spring-for-succulents/#respond Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:54:29 +0000 https://oceanartsdesigns.com/?p=583 Bring some green into your life with these beautiful succulents!  Locally grown by OceanArts artisan Michael Taylor, these plants are easy to care for and their exotic looks will liven up any space.  Their small size is perfect for the home, office, kids room or kitchen, or line up a few on a sunny windowsill for a splash of color.  Perfect for hostess gifts, or get a bunch for unique wedding favors!  Take one home in one of Michael’s re-purposed soda can pots, or go bigger with our wine bottle planters.

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