Posh Blog
Follow Kim Putnam on her journey to reinvent herself and create Palisade Posh.

Kate’s Wine Bar
This past Friday was the first time since our move that Andy and I had a chance to get out and explore the area. Historic Downtown Littleton is within walking distance of the apartment.

Balcony Haven
I’m happy to report that for the most part the girls, Andy and I are settled into the apartment.

Moving Day
Moving day has come and gone and oh what a day! We started at 8:00 am and didn’t finish until 12 midnight!

Washington State Wine Country – Yakima Valley
This past weekend, Andy and I took a short break from packing and working on the house to do what I call some Research and Development in Yakima Valley wine country!

Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs – Class Two
I’m happy to report that I was able to attend class number two in person! It is a great group of people all of whom are looking to start their own business!

Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs – Class One
After many weeks of waiting and one postponement my Business class Leading Edge for Entrepreneurs finally began!

Logistics of Moving and Selling a House
The logistics of moving and selling a house are often overwhelming! Add Covid to the mix and your head could very well explode!

Ceramics Class Reprieve!
With the Studio Sale now behind me and packing in full swing, the wheel throwing class I’m taking at the Art Students League of Denver is my creative salvation right now!

Studio Sale
This past weekend I took a break from business planning and packing to hold my first Studio Sale. The sale was the result of my purging and packing up (temporarily) the art studio.

Creating the Business of Palisade Posh – Continued …
Not being one to EVER let grass grow under my feet, I’m continuing to study independently using the Business Model Generation book by Alexander Osterwalder & Yves Pigneur.

Living the Dream – The Business Side of Phase One
To manifest my success and make my Palisade Posh dream a reality, I thought it important to learn as much as I can about the business side of starting and owning my own business.

Downsizing the Studio (temporarily)
As packing and purging continues in our Phase One of Living the Dream, I am downsizing my studio space (temporarily). In addition, I’m also making it mobile!

Mother’s Day 2022
As busy as our lives seem to be these days, it is moments like these that remind me how important it is to slow down and enjoy the time I have with them. I am one lucky mom to have such wonderful daughters!

Living the Dream – Phase One
I thought blogging about this journey would be a good way to document it and show that even though transition can be challenging it is so worth it if the result is living a balanced and joyful life! So here we go….

Practice, Practice, Practice
I always tell my students when they get frustrated or discouraged that if it was easy everyone would do it! I had to remind myself that today as well. I also tell them to practice, practice, practice… and so I shall!

Installing an Art Exhibition
With the help of my husband and good friends Phil and Kat Potter I installed my 2022 art exhibition titled Perception.

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry 2.0
My mom gave me a wok as an Easter basket when I was in college and this recipe followed… it’s a family favorite. Thirty years later, I still use the wok.

Grand Valley Wine Country
An overview of my favorite wineries following a trip to Palisade with my mom.

Philly Cheesesteak Pizza
We had Ribeye steak for Christmas dinner, and I had leftovers and thought a steak pizza was in order.
