time for a road trip (steamboat springs)

Happy Friday everyone! I know it's a full 8 days into March, but is it still weird to anyone else that it's March already? I feel like it was just New Year's Eve. Actually, I feel like it was just summer. Can't believe we've almost been in Denver for a year!

This past week J and I decided to run away from the real world and take a vacation to Steamboat Springs. We both really needed a break and since it's only a few hours away and our season ski passes included Steamboat, it was a no brainer. Neither of us had been there before, and despite traveling through almost white out conditions to get there (note to all, not being able to see the road or other cars is kind of terrifying) the weather cleared up and we were left with absolutely beautiful clear blue skies for the rest of the trip. Between skiing until our legs felt like they were going to fall off, (I may or may not have actually sat down on the slopes to retighten my boots because I was too tired to stand up and do it) eating really amazing food (speaking of- huge thanks to Carl's Tavern for creating an impromptu table for us and letting us bypass a 2 hour wait,) and the hot tub right outside our door- it was exactly what we were looking for. (Oh! And I got to see an old friend from college who lives out there. It's been at least 5 years since we'd seen each other so I was thrilled she could come out on her lunch break and ski with us. Scratch that, while she and J could ski and then wait on my slow butt.) So yea, pretty awesome time. If you're looking for a Colorado vacation, I'd highly suggest it.

Yesterday we spent the day slowly getting back into the real world (chores, errands, and taxes broken up with going out to lunch) and today we're right back into the grind. Anyone else plan a "nothing day" for when you get back from vacation? We always try to. Not just because we don't want to end up stranded at an airport when J really has to be back at work, but also just to give us time to unpack, unwind, and get ready for what's ahead. Plus, it always feels amazing to have one last morning to sleep in instead of rushing to check out, drive/fly home, etc.

Oh! And unrelated, but after way too many hours searching for a coffee table that we both loved and that was unique (anyone else feel like there are hundreds and hundreds of the same thing of there?) we FINALLY stumbled upon a beautiful little mid century gem yesterday. Wood, glass, cool shape- just what we were looking for. She's so pretty. (And yes, she. This table has curves. Check out my Instagram feed to see a sneak peak.)

So what about y'all? Any big weekend plans? Think I'm going to spend the weekend painting and hanging out with Ticketmaster in hopes of getting WSP tickets before they sell out. Again. Exciting times, I know!

*photos all taken by me

Studio Sneak Peek: road trip

Hey everybody! So I have a secret.

And it's kind of a big secret.

via say yes to hoboken

We're in the car right now starting a six week long cross country road trip. Crazy right?! We know.

But it's something we've both wanted to do together for forever and given that we knew we probably wouldn't have another continuous six weeks anytime in the near future to do this, we're taking the plunge.

So! After two years of stockpiling camping equipment, booking hotels and campsites (anyone remember my super excited tweet about getting our Yosemite campsite? yea. that was nerve wrecking,) researching cities and trails, and most importantly hoping that everything would fall into place (which thank God it did) the day is finally here. The house and pup are being cared for, the car is packed (and I mean packed. I'm amazed at the amount of stuff that can fit in a normal 4 door sedan) the ipod is loaded with hours and hours of music, and we're heading west. I am so excited to see the national parks, experience the cities, and see friends along the way!

Of course I couldn't just leave you all with radio silence for six weeks, so while we're gone I have some exciting things to share.

First, my new designs are finished! (yay!!) So every Monday I will do a Studio Sneak Peek featuring a different design to let you in on how it how it came about, what I was going for, etc.  annnd... in addition to that, on Fridays some of my favorite blogger friends will be stopping by to share a weekly dose of summer with you. As for Tuesday through Thursday, I've been busy writing posts for each day we're away so you'll never be without.

Sounds almost as cool as a road trip, right? I thought so too.

See you all in six weeks!!! (okay let's be honest, I'll probably stop in every so often with photos...)