Beauty

Love Living Healthier

Simply All-Natural: Local, Naturally Made Products Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Simply All Natural Chanel Lilley is passionate about holistic remedies. A desire to live a chemical-free lifestyle inspired her to create her own line of naturally made products. In 2020, Lilley began to share her creations with her community and Simply All-Natural was born.  Holistic + Natural For more than 10 years, Lilley has been developing bath and body products that are: All natural. Made...

Style + Beauty

Three Decades of Winning Hearts

The Jeweler Upstairs: A Legacy of Love from Downtown’s Hidden Gem Article by Kathy Roberts How to locate joy: Sometimes it’s hard to find. But in this case, it’s on the second floor of the Sanders Law Firm Building in downtown Colorado Springs at Ted Blum Jewelers (aka The Jeweler Upstairs). Here’s where you’ll find beautifully curated vintage and estate rings, necklaces, bracelets and watches as well as a team of artisans who work non-stop on repairs, custom designs and engravings, insurance...

Arts + Culture

A Love Affair with License Plates

Plates Chosen from 300 Entries To Celebrate Colorado’s 150th Anniversary Article by Kathy Roberts | Photography by Derek Kuhn/CDOR Photo Colorado is turning 150 years old in 2026. To celebrate, the state hosted The Great License Design Contest, a competition to design commemorative license plates in two divisions: Under 13 and Over 13. The assignment was to showcase Colorado in an interesting and historical way that honors its statehood. The Inspiration The competition was inspired by the...

Food + Beverage

Treat for the Tastebuds

503W: Contemporary American Gastro-Faire with an Asian flair Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by 503W Old Colorado City was annexed by Colorado Springs in 1917, but prior to that, it had a colorful past. The first permanent town in the Pikes Peak Region started out as the small settlement of El Dorado in 1859, but the founders soon changed the name to Colorado City. The Colorado Midland Railroad was established and became one of the city’s largest employers. With Colorado Springs...

Arts + Culture

For the Love of Jewelry

Jewelry Artist and Instructor Lyndsey Rieple: Challenging What Society Deems Valuable Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Lyndsey Rieple & Erin Stafford Lyndsey Rieple is an artist in every sense of the word. Her parents, both artists, encouraged her to explore her abilities by providing abundant materials, resources and creative freedom as she was growing up. Her first passion was drawing, then she discovered jewelry making while working in a costume shop.   “I was going to be an...

Food + Beverage

Sophistication + Style

Garden of the Gods Catering and Events: Passionate about Bringing Special Event Visions to Life Article by Rochelle Reeder | Photography by Brennan McCarthy & Melanie Dexter Photography When it comes to those special events in life, it all starts with a vision. Generally, that vision encompasses everything from the décor and the food down to the flower centerpieces, and it is all in the spirit of evoking a feeling or an emotion. Whether the event is 10-15 business partners meeting over lunch...

Style + Beauty

Bohemian Chic + Feminine

Eve’s Revolution Provides Shopping Happy Place Article by Lindsay Tallman | Photography by Eve's Revolution In September of 2000, Eve Carlson and her husband opened the doors of Eve’s Revolution. What started as a consignment boutique at 1312 Colorado Avenue turned into a full retail, unique women’s apparel boutique that has been a staple of Old Colorado City for 23 years. Eve’s Revolution is a beautiful, magical space in a remodeled historic Victorian home where women feel welcome. Twice a...

Food + Beverage

Spoonful of Sweet

Cotton Blossom Caramel: Gourmet Caramels, Sauces and Confections Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Cotton Blossom Caramel Located in a whimsical cottage nestled amongst the pines of the Black Forest is perhaps the cutest little sweet shoppe in Colorado. Specializing in a variety of gourmet caramels, sauces, and confections, Cotton Blossom Caramel Boutique is a perfect spot to find a delicious treat. Lessons from Grandma Owner and confectioner Liz Deen spent summers as a child at the...

Food + Beverage

Creativity + Innovation

Neat Whiskey House: A Vast Collection of Spirits Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Neat Whiskey House Travis Field’s first job after high school was in the construction industry. He was an electrician for 10 years before he started FH Beerworks. A self-taught brewer, he opened FH Beerworks in 2014 and moved from downtown to the east side of Colorado Springs in 2018. Over time, he discovered a love for whiskey. In 2021, he added Neat Whiskey House to the FH family.  “I’ve learned over...

Food + Beverage

Where Community + Culture Meet

Red Leg Brewing Company: Beer, Games, Music + Food Article by Cara Bukacek | Photography by Red Leg Brewing Company After returning home from a military deployment, 28-year-old Todd Baldwin found himself contemplating his next moves. His desk job left him feeling unfulfilled and he wanted a change. He brewed beer as a hobby and loved the process.  Baldwin decided to open a brewery. Making it Happen With the location selected, all he needed was a loan for $250,000. That proved difficult, as...