Ever wonder why people – maybe not all people but certainly kids and lots of adults – like to wear wacky costumes and makeup for Halloween? The question was posed on Quora recently and here’s what people had to say about dressing up. (Oh, and we have plenty of ideas for easy, creative, and punny DIY costumes, too!)
Whether you stay indoors or head outside into the cool fall temperatures, we found plenty of things to do this fall that involved the whole family. From hiking in the nearby woodsy wonderland of Colorado’s foothills, to hosting a tailgate party, toasting s’mores and crafting everything from wreaths, to pumpkins and centerpieces.
Are you a hack enthusiast? A lover of hacks? We don’t mean the internet kind that penetrates digital drives and computer files. We’re talking about the sort of devotee who embraces genius ways to save time, money and aggravation with clever hacks for cooking, cleaning, parenting and living! Here are a few brilliant hacks for everyone who likes innovative convenience!
It’s the peachiest time of the year in Colorado when that little town of Palisade puts out it’s velvet-skinned, juicy peaches that people have been waiting all year to buy, peel, bake, and taste. Colorado peaches come into season in late July and peak by mid-September so if you want to get in on the Redglobe, Coralstar or Elegant Lady goodness this year – time’s a wasting!
For parents of pets, weekend projects for their furballs and fur-babies are fun to make, bake and create. Here are a few nooks, (trundle) beds, collars, toys, treats for the dogs and cats we love.
Our favorite home and garden transformations to watch as-they-happen are the flea market flips with mesmerizing before and after makeover pics documenting the process. Recreating those makeovers is easier than you think – no tricky power tools required, just a few tips, ideas and plenty of imagination to give a tired, sad, vintage cast-off new life!
It’s easy to add privacy to your patio with retractable shades and portable partitions or fast-growing plants that keep out the heat and offer seclusion! Here are a few ideas and options, including DIY projects that can be done in a weekend.
Berries and cherries are in season and at the top of our list for not just great finger-licking taste (naked, blitzed or baked into recipes) but also as a top source of vitamins, minerals, and disease-fighting nutrients. Here’s why you should be buying and eating berries and cherries while you can, and squirreling them away in the freezer for fall and winter!
Compost is what you get by combining yard and garden debris, kitchen scraps, grass clippings and other organic materials. The result when these items have completely broken down into a rich, dark, crumbly material call humus that will feed your plants, bushes and trees exactly what they need to grow lush and lovely!
Over the last 18 months, vacationing was mostly stay-rationing — families weren’t option for the usual summer getaways — even within the borders of Colorado! But this year, people are venturing out for a change of venue. We looked around for a few of the most unique vacation rentals in our state and just beyond, for a fascinating collection of places to visit this summer.
Three miles west of I-25 at exit 232 (Erie Parkway). Just 20 minutes from downtown Boulder and 25 minutes from downtown Denver.
