Life is a patchwork of experiences
My Bohemian Princess Quilt pattern is a very easy and whimsical design that uses precut 5 inch charm packs cut into half square triangles. This easy pattern is fit for any little princess or prince and is available on my Etsy shop.
Quilt Inspiration – The fabric colors for the front of this bohemian quilt pattern was inspired by the colorful houses in the towns and villages along Germany’s Romantic Road. I used various whimsical Tula Pink quilt fabrics which I felt captured the storybook bohemian feel of the area.
Continue reading ““My Bohemian Princess Quilt” – Original Bohemian Quilt Pattern”
The southern end of Germany’s Romantic Road, Fussen, Germany makes a nice home base when visiting the nearby Neuschwanstein and Hohenschwangau castles. After a day of fantasy castle sightseeing, it was a pleasure to wander the colorful, quiet streets of the old town center and take in the historic sights and the colorful buildings. Continue reading “Photo Essay: A Day in Fussen, Germany and Its Authentic Gothic Castle”
Germany is famous for it’s many castles, but none inspire the imagination more than Neuschwanstein , the fantasy creation of King Ludwig II in the Bavarian region of Southern Germany. This castle, his boyhood castle home of Hohenschwangau, and one of his other fantastic constructions, Linderhof Palace, are all in close proximity of each other, and are an easy visit from the nearby town of Fussen, Germany. Continue reading “Castle Hopping in Southern Germany-Exploring “Mad” King Ludwig’s Legacy”
A short tram ride from the hustle and bustle of Munich’s central train station takes you to the palatial summer residence of the Wittelsbach’s, Bavaria’s ruling family for over 700 years. Touring the palace and outbuildings is interesting, but strolling through the 500 acre wooded gardens makes it hard to believe that a city of 1.5 million residents surrounds this peaceful enclave. Consider visiting the Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens if you have one day in Munich and you are looking for something different to do.
Continue reading “Escape the Crowds With One Day in Munich at the Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens”
Oberamergau in southern Germany is best known for its every 10 year Passion Play, its colorfully painted houses, and it’s wood carvings. Continue reading “Photo POSTcard: Oberamergau, Germany-A Little Town With Lots of Action”
This could be a scene in the American Rockies, but it’s not. It’s the Frillensee in the German alps.
Thanks for visiting.
Rose
The tradition of putting up a may pole on May 1 is alive and strong in the Bavarian region of Germany. Continue reading “Photo POSTcard: Germany’s Highest May Pole”
You had better be very thirsty if ordering a beer at the Hofbrauhaus in Munich. A standard glass of “helles” (light) or “dunkel” (dark) is a liter of brew. Continue reading “Photo POSTcard: “Prost” in Munich”
The sun sets over the Seine River in Paris as storm clouds silhouette the Notre Dame cathedral.
Thanks for visiting.
Rose
I would not presume to follow in Ernest Hemingway’s literary footsteps-but I can follow in his culinary footsteps at Deux Magots, one of his hangouts when he lived in Paris.
Thanks for visiting.
Rose
