Because of the pandemic and social distancing, I can safely say that we will be doing plenty of hiking and camping this summer...which is okay! It just means more blog posts with pictures of beautiful Colorado! This past weekend we did an 8 mike hike on Walker Ranch Trailhead which is located near Boulder. The… Continue reading 8 Mile Hike
1st Backpacking trip of 2020
A few weeks ago we went on our first backpacking trip of the year. We hiked into Pike National Forest which is about 2 hours outside of Denver, and after 6 miles of hiking we camped for one night. These trails had amazing mountain views, with several unique looking rocks. Some of these rocks had… Continue reading 1st Backpacking trip of 2020
Quilted Tapestry Part 2
Happy May! The weather is finally warm. We are able to go on walks and do some gardening, which makes this quarantine more tolerable. The past few weeks, I made 2 more mini quilts. My quilting skills are a little better but still need some improvement. The mini quilt below, is honeybee themed. I am… Continue reading Quilted Tapestry Part 2
New Quilted Tapestry
Happy Easter everyone! Today is cold and snowy here in Denver. But snow in April isn't too abnormal around here. It is now day # "haven't been really counting" in quarantine. I have finished up a few more masks to send out to family, friends, and co-workers. But I have been doing other sewing besides… Continue reading New Quilted Tapestry
Crafting in Quarantine
Well, times are tough tight at the moment. A pandemic is currently happening right now, and the majority of us are under a stay at home order. Staying at home will save lives, and may even save your life! Staying at home can be a little tedious, but I have been trying to stay busy. … Continue reading Crafting in Quarantine
CO Ski Trip and Galentine’s Day
I hope everyone had a Happy Valentine's Day! Quoting Leslie Knope from The TV show "Parks and Recreation" - "February 14th, Valentine's Day is about celebrating romance. February 13th, Galentine's Day is about celebrating lady Friends!" Last Thursday, we celebrated Galentine's Day at my house eating pizza and watching The Bachelor. I made these cute… Continue reading CO Ski Trip and Galentine’s Day
New Creations and Pouches for Australia
Hope everyone is having a fantastic 2020 so far! I have been pretty busy so far this year. Not just with crafting but with work, skiing, etc. Last weekend we skied in Crested Butte, CO. It was beautiful but COLD!! This weekend, I finished a quilted Table runner which is Cherry Blossom themed. I used… Continue reading New Creations and Pouches for Australia
Christmas and Newly Engaged
I hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! Mine was pretty good, considering Walter and I got engaged on Christmas morning! We are very excited about the next chapter, and let the wedding planning begin and for some DIY! Unfortunately I didn't get to participate in any holiday crafts fairs this year, but this past month… Continue reading Christmas and Newly Engaged
Foundation Paper Piecing
Happy November!! The snow is falling in the Denver metro area tonight! I have not posted here in awhile, and just wanted to post my newest projects. Last month, I went to a Paper Piecing class at Fancy Tiger Crafts; one of my favorite local craft stores. In this class I learned how to sew… Continue reading Foundation Paper Piecing
Steamboat Springs
Happy October everyone! Halloween is less than a week away, and according to the weather forecast predictions, Denver maybe getting a White Halloween! Last weekend Walter, Lilly dog, and I took a weekend getaway up to Steamboat Springs. We went skiing there last winter and we liked the town so much, we figured why not… Continue reading Steamboat Springs
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