The nautical craft and interior design look is far more than just a fleeting trend that will come and go like the changing of the tide.
In fact, it's a year-round theme that blends seamlessly into the changing seasons - reflecting the carefree euphoria of summer and bringing a little freshness to the dark depths of winter.
Whether you're a passionate sailor or a curious home decor devotee, we've included some of our favourite and most versatile DIY and craft ideas that you can fit seamlessly into any room of your home...
It's amazing how effective a seashell vase can look - all you need is a simple ceramic or wooden vase, a glue gun and an abundance of seashells to kick-start your nautical home decor!
Points Of The Compass Light Decoration
This stunning interior design idea transforms your lighting fixture into an eye-catching navigational centrepiece...
All you need to make this floating towel vessel is plywood, stainless steel mooring cleats and a bit of manila rope to finish off the look!
Put your arts and crafts skills to good use with this tote bag, decorated with a painted anchor motif.
It's amazing how chic and stylish nautical rope can look when wrapped around a mirror... To hang, all you need is an authentic mooring cleat and a little bit of knot tying knowledge.
If you've been collecting driftwood during your beach walks, try your hand with this pretty pineapple pallet decoration.
Rest your drinks on these stylish seafaring coasters, tied up in beautiful marine-inspired knots.
DIY nautical floats are a great coastal contribution to any room of your home
Get your sisal rope at the ready and create this hefty monkey fist doorstop for your kitchen.