Mountains and Memories Retreat

10/30/2026

Just had a family of bobcats visit. 🥰🥰🥰

09/24/2026

I'm hosting a retreat next week October 1-4 at my sister property, the Gingerbread Cottage in Bailey. This is an all-inclusive retreat. I've had a bunch of flux in recent weeks with some of my registered guests. I now have 3-4 spots to fill (available for any type of crafter who would like to attend). Since I have a number of last minute spots available, I'm offering a discount of $50 for any registrations received this week. There are also multiple 8ft table upgrades available for anyone who prefers a larger table. See the post below for more information.

Register for the October 1-4, 2026 Hosted Retreat and receive $50 off your registration fee. ANY TYPE OF CRAFTER WELCOME! (Includes, but not limited to quilters, scrapbookers, card makers, knitters, etc...)

I have had flux with registered guests and now have last minute spots that I would like to fill. Cost is normally $250 for Thursday-Sunday and $200 for Friday-Sunday, however if you register this week you'll save $50. Sale price is $200/person for Thursday-Sunday and $150/person for Friday-Sunday. Arrive as early as 12 p.m. on selected day of arrival and depart as late as 3 p.m. on Sunday. Registration fee include all meals, lodging and 4 ft crafting workstation. Upgrade to an 8 ft table for $75 more. Payment can be made by Venmo or Zelle shortly after registering or cash/check upon arrival.

Register online at www.gbcottage.com Direct message or send an email to [email protected] if you have any questions.

08/29/2026

FLASH SALE 8/29-9/2 ONLY (or while spaces last). Grab your spot today! Any type of crafter welcome!

Receive a $55 discount on a Thursday-Sunday or Friday-Sunday registration for either the 9/10-9/13 (2 spots available) OR 9/17-9/20 (4 spots available) hosted retreats. Only a handful of spots are available at this discount on a first come basis. Payment is due in full within 7 days of registering. Payment can be made by check, Venmo or Zelle in order to receive the discount. Cost with flash sale discount is $275/person (normally $330) for a Thursday-Sunday stay and $200/person (normally $255) for a Friday-Sunday stay.

Registration includes:
- arrive as early as 2 p.m. on selected day of arrival
- depart as late as 3 p.m. on Sunday
- all meals provided
- all lodging provided (rooms shared with 1-3 others depending on the retreat date)
- a 4 ft crafting workstation (an 8 ft table upgrade is available for $75 more)
- access to a variety of craft supplies
- access to cutting and ironing stations and design wall (if quilting)

Contact Alison at [email protected] if you have any questions. Registration form can be filled out online at www.mountainsandmemories.com

08/18/2026

I have a rare opportunity for 4 more people to join me for my hosted retreat September 17-20, 2026. There are also 4 8ft table upgrades available. Any type of crafter (quilting, scrapbooking, card making, etc…) is welcome to attend. Cost is $225 for Fri-Sun and $300 for Thurs-Sun. All meals, lodging and crafting workstation provided. Arrive as early as 2 pm on selected day of arrival and stay as late as 3 pm on Sunday.

Register at www.mountainsandmemories.com

08/16/2026

I finally made it to Peak to Peak Stitching in Estes Park this weekend…OMG!!! I love that store! The fabrics and kits are beautiful! It you quilt, knit or crochet, stop in next time you are in Estes.

08/16/2026

Hosting my first retreat of the fall. We are having a fabulous time. There are 5 quilters, 1 scrapbooker and 2 card makers. For any crafter interested in attending a fall hosted retreat, I have 4 spots left (and 4 8ft table upgrades available) for my September 17-20 hosted retreat. Thursday-Sunday and Friday-Sunday options available. Register online at www.mountainsandmemories.com

Here are some of the meals served.

07/21/2026

I had an unexpected cancellation for August 20-23, 2026. One group's loss is another group's gain. Privately rent for your own personal crafting retreat for $1,700 (Thursday-Sunday rental). Wednesday, August 19 can be added for $400. Arrive as early as 9 a.m. on Thursday (or Wednesday if added) and stay as late as 1 p.m. on Sunday. Max 10 guests and 7 cars. Due to the proximity of the reservation dates, the full rental balance would need to be paid by 8/6 (check, charge, Venmo and Zelle accepted).

05/23/2026

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Wondering when Trail Ridge Road may open in Rocky Mountain National Park? Well, here's a look at the top on Wednesday. 👀 The opening date remains up in the air. https://www.denver7.com/news/mountains/trail-ridge-road-which-typically-opens-for-memorial-day-will-likely-stay-closed-amid-strong-snowstorms

05/23/2026

Look familiar? 🤣

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