Nancy Yuskaitis : Mountain Style

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Monday, August 6, 2012

A vibrant colorful town Crested Butte, Colorado

It's been a bright & beautiful summer in Crested Butte, Colorado

and although the wildflowers are slight this year due to light snowfall last winter

and dry conditions in the spring this high altitude mountain town is just bursting with

fresh flowers everywhere you look. Huge hanging baskets, flower planters and gardens are

filled with a gorgeous collection of flowering plants.

It is a delightful feast for the soul and senses whether you are out for a stroll downtown,

sitting outside on a park bench watching the sights of a small town, just running errands

or enjoying a drink or meal at one of many outdoor restaurants. The brilliant blossoms

add a vibrant ambiance and beauty to this charming ski town.

Summertime has become our busiest season and our streets and sidewalks are filled with

visitors, many who have been returning each year for many years to enjoy the cool mountain

air, great food, boutique shopping, hiking, biking, music and art available in the Gunnison Valley.

I hope you enjoy a visit through our town in these photo's.

Wishing you a basketful of colorful days.

Live happy,

~Nancy

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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Southwestern Adobe Style

It only took a few days during my first visit to Taos to fall in love

with the town and it's palette of adobe and turquoise.

I fell so in love with these warm yet vibrant tones that I am

painting the living room and kitchen of our mountain home in these

beautiful shades. The painting starts tomorrow and I am excited

to update the look and feel of our home and appreciate the new

atmosphere it evokes.

I love color...that's apparent in my jewelry design and in my home,

whether it be an island beach house in tropical lime, aquamarine

and cobalt blue or a western mountain cottage with rustic wood, tile

and lots of local art including paintings, photographs and ceramics.

This time I am making the move from a happy yellow gold shade

that I contrasted with a deep plum with lots of white trim including

a white staircase, dark wood floors and furniture in leather

and copper. Although this color scheme was enjoyed for quite a

few years it was time for a change at least in wall color.

I will post pic's next week after the transformation

inspired by our vacation and these photo's and look forward to

hearing your comments and opinions.

Wishing you a Colorful Life,

~Nancy

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Crested Butte, Colorado is a beautiful small mountain town in Western Colorado. It is a ski town in the winter known for it's extreme skiing, friendly locals and colorful costumed events. In the summertime it is known as the Wildflower Capital of Colorado and a festive place to enjoy the cool mountain fresh air while hiking, biking, camping or fishing close to home in just about every direction.

Long summer days are filled with many activities including art walks and art shows, free outdoor concerts in the park downtown and on the ski mountain, theatre plays, organic markets, and bike races such as the chainless, 24 hour townie, and Ride the Rockies. There are also many great festivals to participate in including the upcoming 25th annual Wildflower Festival July 11-17th that makes this town unique. In this post I've included a few pics from our 4th of July Parade which is always festive, entertaining and fun for all ages.

Relax and Enjoy the Mountain View,
~Nancy