Autumn Evenings at the Beach

Autumn evenings at the beach mean intimate talks around a bonfire, stargazing, and laughing until you lose your breath. The chill in the air is part of the magic, drawing everyone closer to the warmth of the fire and to each other. What better finishing touch than a cozy blanket? 

If you can't get to the shore as often as you'd like, I can help - let me send the feeling to you! I love sharing the joy I feel in creating art that reflects my love for the ocean's tranquility and power, as exemplified by this Unique Personalized Blanket.

I will go to the beach to create and capture the moment - the sand inscribed with your name (or the name of someone you love), the sparkling water, the rushing surf. That personalized beach photograph will be woven into a lovely 50" x 60" throw, there to enjoy long after the waves will have washed away the signs of that visit, beautiful enough to make you feel like you're there, adding a touch of coastal enchantment to the stargazing and company you enjoy from your own back yard. 

Whether for your own use or a delightful, personalized gift, each blanket is made to order, handcrafted with love and pride in the U.S.A., and is accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity. Every distinctive picture will be marked by the effect of Mother Nature's mood on that day; the waves and colors will vary accordingly and I will sign and date each picture, noting for you which beach I visited on your behalf. 

In addition to my passion for creating these pieces, I love to share the LOVE, so I will include as a gift with every purchase a 5x7 Love Photo, which you may choose to give as a gift or to hang in your own home for years to come. 

Whether prompted by a home warming or Holiday gifting need, or by your own hunger for something of the beach, scroll through the form here for options to further customize your package. If you're in need of a special Wedding or Anniversary  present, I also have a specialized version designed with just that in mind. I think you'll love them both!

Autumn Is Perfect Time To Order Holiday Writing in Sand

You think of it, we can write it in the sand! Autumn is the perfect time to order yours for the upcoming holiday season!  I am the ORIGINAL WRITING IN THE SAND PHOTOGRAPHY available online.  

My mission is to create one-of-a-kind unique gifts and share my love for the ocean with everyone!

Nature's Notebook was born of a spiritual connection to the ocean and its beaches. I am a professional photographer and have been writing in the sand for over 10 years. I am the original sand artist and love what I do! Drawn to the soft sandy edges of the sea, I have always felt inclined to inscribe words or names, thoughts or dreams into the ever-changing landscape of the beach. Something about its tumultuous fate, an uncertainty that parallels our own lives, makes sea sand the perfect tablet for expression.

And what better way to capture that expression, the memory and the magic of the beach forever, than in a photograph.

Our line of Coastal Gift Items are perfect for couples, weddings, anniversaries, new babies and, in loving memory of important people. 

You name it and we'll write your message in the beach sand! 

All of our photos include an confirmation with a certificate of authenticity stating your photographs are authentic originals taken by Courtney Noelle of Natures Notebook! Also if you order a framed name in the sand, or a name in the sand print I will sign and date it with what beach I took the photograph at.

Browse our entire line of Unique Personalized Gift Items today!

Celebrating the Arrival of Spring!

Happy Spring, beach friends!  I'm hoping that there won't be any more need for me to wear my Ugg's on the beach for many, many months.  Spring means warm weather, flip flops, beach weddings, and Mother's Day - I can't wait, how about you?

In celebration of the arrival of Spring, I'd like to share some of our new items with you! Mother's Day is around the corner (can you believe it?) and our Personalized Mother's Day 8 x 10" Fine Art Print will make the perfect gift. Mom is that special someone who has made waves in your life and this is the perfect gift to tell her you love her.

You can use the poem that is in the picture, or you can email me your own personalized poem or message. Choose from several sizes 8 x 10", 11 x 14", and you can even have it matted.

Planning a beach bridal shower or party of some sort? I'd be happy to create a one-of-a-kind "save the dates" photograph that captures your personalized message so it doesn't wash away. These invites are perfect for your shower!

Cards are folded, and can be blank inside or have text. You decide, the price is the same! We have many customization options available.

Let me bring the magic of the beach to you! I am touched and eager to share my passion for nature and the beauty of the beach with you. The oceans’ tranquility, pounding surf, and sparkly water make the perfect backdrop to express love and emotion with your message written in the real beach sand. Something about its tumultuous fate, an uncertainty that parallels our own lives makes the beach sand a perfect tablet for expression. When you see your personalized beach photograph, you will fill like you want jump in your picture as if you were right there, when I wrote your message in the sand. I want to pass along the joy I had in making each photograph a work of art.

This personalized blanket is 50" x 60" and has your  name written in the real beach sand. Your personalized beach photograph will be woven into this lovely throw with your custom message in the sand This is an unique gift for weddings, anniversary, new baby, or housewarmings. Snuggle up with the beach this Spring! 

When you get a chance, take a peek at all of our NEW gift items!

The Silhouette Photo Series - Be Inspired!

The Silhouette Series - This photo series is a collaboration between Nature's Notebook and the very talented artist and photographer, Tiffany Corbett, who owns and operates Studio213. We are very excited to put our talents together and provide you this new inspirational concept!

This beautiful picture is a unique inspirational gift for anyone who wants to dream big, or just needs a little pick me up. Order a DREAM BIG photograph today!

Can't you just relate to this picture ? What is better than good news and expressing it through a cartwheel? Order our HOORAY photograph as a gift for yourself or someone special today!

This beautiful picture is a inspirational gift for anyone at any stage of life. Everyone needs to remember to have balance in their life. Order your very own BALANCE photograph now.

Each inspirational photograph in our Silhouette Series is available in numerous sizes, your choice of color as well as framed or not.

Visit our site for more Unique Personalized Gifts today!

Inspirational Gifts Help Various Charities

Giving back is a very important part of my life, which is why you'll find numerous products where a part of the purchase price is donated to said charity.

Our latest efforts are to assist the In Plain Site campaign. You may have heard the term “sex trafficking” and thought that it was just an international issue. While the term trafficking may conjure images of desperate illegal immigrants being forced into prostitution by human smugglers, over 80 percent of victims in 2011 confirmed sex trafficking cases in this country were American citizens. Or, maybe, you heard about the recent case in Ohio where three girls were kidnapped and kept as sex slaves…and you thought it was just one guy with a serious problem. Think again. It’s happening in plain sight, and you probably don’t even realize it. Learn more about the project here: http://dld.bz/dhvn2

Use coupon code HOPE15 -- 15% of ALL orders will go to help fund the IN PLAIN SITE project.

Live Laugh Love Necklace

Make waves and help Find a Cure for Breast Cancer! 10% of sales will be donated to the Susan G. Komen foundation. Sometimes words can perfectly capture your deepest emotions and desires. and encouragement. Declare your faith, love and strength to the world with this framed photography keepsake while helping to find a cure. You can also choose three words that are dear to your heart and Courtney Noelle will carefully write those words in the sand. Beautiful ocean photography provides the perfect background to create a lovely custom beach photograph.

Faith Strength Love Framed Photography

Remember the Heroes of 9/11. . . .Please order this if you would like me to create a memorial photograph (at no cost) with Hero’s name written in the sand along side an American flag for any loved one lost during 9/11.  A JPG image will be emailed to you FREE OF CHARGE. This is my mission to help give back and remember those who we have lost.  We will NEVER FORGET.

Remember the Heroes of 9/11

Believe ~ sand writing. Believe was written on the beaches of Crystal by the original sand artist Courtney Noelle. 15% of sales will be donated to the Susan G. Komen foundation.  This 8x10 Photograph features "Believe" written in the sand.  This masterpiece of the heart comes with a Nature's Notebook certificate & Seal of authenticity.

Believe - Sand Art Photography

Order your inspirational gift today ~ and help others along the way!

For All of Life's Celebrations: Writings in the Sand

A personalized gift from Nature's Notebook is perfect for all of life's celebrations! There is nothing better than finding a gift which is unique, personalized and will be treasured by the receiver, is there? We are happy to report that many of our customers have been overjoyed with their purchases.  Here are some of our favorite testimonials... 

"Thank you, thank you, thank you! I received my order yesterday and I am overjoyed with the outcome. I ordered it as a graduation gift for my niece and I'm excited to say that I'm sure it will be a treasured item for her. You are truly blessed with incredible talent and I thank you for such a wonderful photograph. I will not hesitate to recommend Natures Notebook to everyone I know."  Valerie of Boise, ID

"I just wanted to thank you so much for your beautiful photos! They are so special and will be hung in a very special place in our house. The wedding went well and was filled with lots of fun memories. Thank you so much for giving us something that shows the date frozen in time!I will definitely keep you in mind for future special occasions!"  - Jenifer

Gallery-Wrapped Stretched Canvas - Writing in the Sand

"WOW! It looks incredible! It certainly was a beautiful day!! I am so grateful I found your website because it is the perfect present for my son and his fiancé because they are getting married on the beach in Delray Beach, Florida, where they live. Becky is even having starfish tied to the corner of each person's chair so your starfish option couldn't have been more appropriate. Thank you for making a wonderful present for me to give them. I'm sure they will love it as much as I do. I hope your business is wildly successful because you surely came up with an incredible idea." - Barbara

"Dream Big" Personalized Name In The Sand Beach Decor

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Unique Wedding Gift Idea: Personalized Blankets

Happy February...and 2014!  Many of you are familiar with my unique "writings in the sand" photographs, however you might of not heard that we make Personalized Blankets. These beach blankets make a unique gift idea for weddings, anniversaries, a new baby, or housewarming. 

Each personalized blanket has your name written in the real beach sand. Your personalized beach photograph will be turned into this lovely blanket with your custom message. Wouldn't this be adorable to snuggle up with at the beach?

Let me bring the magic of the beach to you or someone you love! I am touched and eager to share my passion for nature and the beauty of the beach with you. The oceans’ tranquility, pounding surf, and sparkly water make the perfect backdrop to express love and emotion with your message written in the real beach sand. Something about its tumultuous fate, an uncertainty that parallels our own lives makes the beach sand a perfect tablet for expression. I want to pass along the joy I had in making each photograph a work of art.

Once you place your order, you'll have a beautifully packaged one-of-a-kind gift which will arrive right at your doorstep. Unwrap the joy of the ocean or share it with others!

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