How My Journey as a Teacher and Mom Shaped Salt & Sentiments: Coastal Gifts With Heart

How My Journey as a Teacher and Mom Shaped Salt & Sentiments: Coastal Gifts With Heart

At Salt & Sentiments, every product tells a story—and that story begins with me. I’m a former teacher, mom of four, and a self-proclaimed beach bum who traded New England winters for sunny shores 16 years ago. Our family’s move to Florida wasn’t just about escaping the cold. It was about embracing a lifestyle filled with salty air, sandy toes, and endless sunshine. That coastal energy inspires everything we create here at Salt & Sentiments—where coastal gifts meet personalized, heartfelt designs.


From Classroom Creativity to Coastal Designs

As a teacher, designing, creating, and personalizing came naturally. In the classroom, I loved making learning fun and meaningful through hands-on projects. Now, that same passion fuels Salt & Sentiments. Every custom gift is designed with thought and care, just like I approached every lesson plan. And as a mom, I know the joy of giving something special that says, “I see you. I love you.”

Whether it’s our custom beach towels, coastal jewelry, or personalized tumblers, our products are crafted to help you celebrate life’s moments with a touch of tropical charm.

Coastal Gifts for Every Season

At Salt & Sentiments, we celebrate summer vibes year-round while honoring each holiday with a beachy twist. Our collections feature:

  • Coastal tropical gifts for Mom — Think personalized beach bags, tropical birth flower jewelry, and coastal kitchen décor that make Mother’s Day, birthdays, and just-because moments unforgettable.

  • Tropical Fall décor — Who says autumn can’t have palm trees? From pumpkin-inspired beach towels to cozy coastal sweatshirts, we bring fall’s warmth to the shore.

  • Beachy Halloween — Spooky meets sandy! Our Halloween line blends classic festive designs with seaside flair, like jack-o-lanterns on surfboards and ghostly starfish.

  • Coastal Christmas and winter gifts — Celebrate the holidays with ornaments, cutting boards, and mugs that feature tropical prints, seashells, and flamingos in Santa hats.

Our shop isn’t just about products—it’s about bringing a coastal lifestyle to your celebrations, no matter where you are.

Always Creating, Always New

What makes Salt & Sentiments stand out? We’re not a cookie-cutter gift shop. We’re always designing new products to keep things fresh and fun. Right now, we’re ramping up our collections for Back to School and Fall. From personalized back-to-school shirts with grade and name options to beachy autumn décor, our upcoming releases will help you and your loved ones make the season special.

Why Choose Salt & Sentiments?

Family-owned & operated — Every order is made with care, right here in the USA.
Unique coastal designs — We blend traditional styles with fresh coastal themes you won’t find at big-box stores.
Personalized for meaning — Because gifts should feel as special as the person receiving them.
Seasonal collections with a tropical twist — So you can celebrate holidays in true coastal style.

Whether you’re shopping for a loved one or treating yourself, Salt & Sentiments is here to help you make memories that last—with handcrafted, beach-inspired gifts designed to stand out.


Ready to add a little coastal charm to your life? Explore our latest creations and join the Salt & Sentiments family. New designs for Back to School and Fall are coming soon—don’t miss out!

 

 

 


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