Nautical and Ocean Themed Classroom

This year I will be teaching First Grade after two years out of the classroom.  I feel like a new teacher full of enthusiasm and giddy excitement.  I am on to a new adventure at a new school.  With a new school, there is a new classroom which is my empty palette.  

Here is my new room!

In the past I've done a lot with trees, animals, cows, owls, stars, dots on turquoise, etc.  (I have been teaching about 13 years.)  For some reason though, I am beyond excited about this theme.  I LOVE the ocean / nautical theme.  It is so versatile and has so many cute sayings! 

Once I have my room decorated I will add more pictures.  

In the meantime here is a link to my pinterest board where I am collecting fantastic ideas.  

https://www.pinterest.com/lowerysloft/ocean-nautical-classroom-decor/

What is your theme this year and why did you choose it?