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Sand Sculpture Paradise

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Every year, before Christmas, we make the hour drive over to South Padre Island, TX to take in the new sand sculptures.

These amazing works of art are sculpted by sand artists from all over the world.

The only sculpture you’re allowed to touch is Santa’s chair, and I once again tried it out.

“I’ve been a very good girl, Santa!”

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12 responses to “Sand Sculpture Paradise”

  1. Charla Avatar
    Charla

    I am in awe of the talent of the sculptures. I am adding this to my bucket list! Great photos.

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      I’m also in awe of the talent. I think they said this year, that one of the sculptors was from Hong Kong. There are so many sand sculptors from all over the world who congregate at South Padre in early October for Sandcastle Days. We’re never down here early enough to watch the actual carvings being done … some day 🤞

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  2. Lana Avatar
    Lana

    These are absolutely stunning Terry, the best I have seen and I have spent many holidays in Spain where such works abound. Great one of you on the throne!

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      They amaze me every year, Lana. Unlike you, I’ve never been anywhere else to see sand carvings. It’s nice to hear from someone who has seen other works to compare them to. Thank you for your kind compliment on the last one.

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    explorenewness

    How fun and what talent! I remember you posting about this before (maybe last year) and I remember thinking I’d love to attend some time. Is this only during December or are there sculptures year-round?

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      I post about this almost every year, Lenore. They have an event called Sand Castle Days in October of each year. We’ve never been here early enough to attend, but it would be great to watch them being carved. Sand Castle Village (the one under the tent) is there year round. Have a great day!

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  4. Betty Avatar
    Betty

    Terry, you look great! This looks like such a fun activity! There are so many fun things to do where you are!

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      Thank you for your kind compliment, Betty and yes – there’s no end to fun and interesting things to do in this part of Texas. Have a fab evening!

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  5. annemariedemyen Avatar
    annemariedemyen

    Amazing! I love the fairy ones. 💞 But, I am in awe of the talent used to create each and every one of them. Have a great weekend, Terry!

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      And the only ingredients are sand and water, Anne. I’m happy you enjoyed them and wish you a great weekend too!

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  6. A Creative Spirit Avatar
    A Creative Spirit

    The sand sculptures are amazing! The mermaid with the guitar must have been difficult to make. Love the Santa’s chair

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    1. Terry Avatar
      Terry

      The talent involved in making these blows me away. That mermaid is Taylor Swift, Carole.

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