Did you know The Little Mermaid can take vacation????



Well folks, it's true! I walked to The Little Mermaid today and she was on vacation, rather on tour, in Shanghai for the World Expo!!!



But don't worry there was a huge flat screen TV where she lives in Copehagen streaming her live feed from the Shanghai Expo:) So, in a way I got to see her here in Copenhagen!!



In other news, today I toured the city of beautiful Copenhagen. Starting with the Royal Library and then Parliment. I took a tour of the underground remains of a castle from the 1400's and made a wish (an american wish--- with a US penny) in a well that still exists to this day:)



Then it was off to the shopping district! And no, I didnt buy one thing! Although, I did fall in love with some pink hydrangeas, but was frightened away with the salesman started speaking Danish to me thinking I knew what he was saying... I tell ya, everyone here could be my family member!! I enjoyed lunch and dinner with my co-worker today.



It was nice to have a break from the event this week! I was in need of some touring! Things I love here so far:



The Canals

Window Shopping

Coffee breaks --- the black coffee here is MUCH better than at home

Metro

Fall colors

Carlsberg Blonde

Tomorrow is the last day here... will update with pics soon!

Have a great weekend!

K

Travelling to Copenhagen

I can't tell you how easy it was to get to Copenhagen... the stars were aligned for me. (for those of you wondering... no, I wasn't early the whole time:)I am here no delays, got my luggage and my hotel is fantastic! Right in the heart of the shopping district! When I arrived the sky was pink and purple as the sun was setting.

I can't wait to ride a bike/walk through this city and explore. Work?? Who said this trip was for work??? haha! I will have the next few days to dream about what I want to see on my off days.

Tommorrow is event prep day #1. Tying up all loose ends. Somehow I bet I will find a way to make my Copenhagen work day an adventure!


Off to dinner and then sleep ASAP!

XOXO,
Kt

A New Adventure....

Off to the land of The Little Mermaid! (one of my many Disney favs!)

Work will keep me busy, but I think I can definitely make time for some sightseeing. Who knows what this adventure will bring. My hope is to use some of the German I took in hs and college while I am on my layover:)

Stay tuned for my European adventure!

XOXO,

K

October 1:

Can you believe it's October 1st already???? I think it's time for some fall crafts.... I am looking for recommendations for Halloween treats and things.

I feel inspired to be crafty this weekend.... Here are the potential options for what I am going to be up to this weekened:

1. Creating Fall/Halloween treats
2. Painting ... my kitchen walls are empty, I think I need to spruce them up
3. sewing :) maybe another apron or two;)

all of this will be done while watching College football! I have to say, this is my favorite time of year!

Stay tuned for pics from the weekend!

have a great weekend!

Ace of Cakes

Ace of Cakes? I think not, but I really enjoyed icing and decorating this red velvet nutella cake with cream cheese frosting! The cake was made with love (not technique or pure skill) for a baby shower. Perfect or not, I had a fabulous time making it in my miniature kitchen:)

I think next time I will attempt to decorate with fondant... I am up for the challenge! By the way, the cake recipe came from my friend Amy and it got rave reviews!! Thanks, Ames! Also, check out Clara Jane's Confections to see the real Ace of Cakes, cupcakes and cookies!!
What could go better with a baby shower cake??? Baby Shower burp cloths! That's right, I sewed straight lines:) Check out my designs below!!!

Until next time!

Love,

Katie

My New Place

Well, it's official!!! Another change for me... I've Moved!!!!
Here are some pictures of my new place:)

Quaint Kitchen

Dining for two

TV time

Living/Working/Sleeping

This city is fabulous and I am so excited to begin a new adventure! It has been so fun to decorate my own place. Thanks to the fam for helping me move and be settled in before my first day of work. More pictures to come once the project is complete:)

Have a great day!

xoxo,

Katie

Ta Da!

Here she is..... the Kelly apron

This is the final apron for now.... Don't fall over but I think I need to get back to work:) I am moving in the next couple of weeks, so the sewing machine has been packed away.

Not exactly sure what the next Adventure of a Gibbs Girl is, but I do know it includes a new apartment, a new job, learning to refinish furniture (see pics below) and life in the big city! Looking forward to sharing my latest and greatest stories and crafts!

Have a great week!

xoxo,

Katie