Rustic Boot Company: New Darlin' Cap Sleeve Tank

So I haven't been blogging much because I have been working on a project so my posts have been here and there for you folks! But I am happy to let you in on the project and give you a chance to be one of the first to grab one of our new cap sleeve tanks! "You don't have to call me darlin'..."-David Allan Coe. They are first come first serve! There are currently a limited amount and come in sizes S, M, L, and XL. If you are interested in buying one email me at rusticbootcompany@gmail.com! So there you have it my new project is Rustic Boot Company! There will be more to come on this so stay tuned! 

Hope everyone has a blessed weekend! Make sure to follow Rustic Boot Company on Facebook and Twitter. Also we are on Instagram at RusticBootCompany!

The Steeldrivers: Where Rainbows Never Die

This is one of my new favorites! It is by The Steeldrivers...I love their bluegrass sound...I mean who doesn't love a little banjo! This is just a beautiful song and I could keep it on repeat all day long. So take a lil' listen!

For The Love Of Family...Popping Wheelies

Meet my dad and my Grandma Sorenson! My dad made a trip up to my aunts in South Dakota over Mothers Day weekend...he wanted to visit my grandma and his mom. My aunt posted this picture last night and I just started laughing...this is so something my dad would do to someone in a wheel chair...and it wouldn't matter if it was his mother or not! Clearly from the picture it was a fun weekend popping wheelies and also my dad may still need to be supervised sometimes! I just love my family...I definitely got blessed with a good one!

Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

My new addiction is grilled peanut butter and jelly sandwiches! They are yummy! I currently waitress on the weekends and so sometimes I get home late but I am hungry...so I whip one of these up. Super easy and tasty! I use blackberry jam...of course because its my favorite! But you can use any kind you like.

 

Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

 

2 Slices of Bread

Peanut Butter

Blackberry Jam

Butter

 

Just make the sandwich as normal then spread butter on both outer sides of the sandwich. Then just grill on the stove like you would grilled cheese!

 

Going Out With Your Boots On: Elizabeth from Deer Passion

It is "Going Out With Your Boots On" Friday! I want to introduce you to Elizabeth...she is definitely a country gal and definitely goes out with her boots on! She has a great blog called Deer Passion so make sure you go check it out. You can also find her on twitter @deerpassion and on facebook! She is such a lovely gal and her family is so cute! Below she will tell you why she loves "Going Out With Her Boots On!"

There are few things as important in a woman’s closet as a good pair of boots. They can take you anywhere and do anything… from feeding an ornery bucket calf and stomping through the snow, to dancing at the rodeo and even dressing up in your Sunday best.

I grew up country, back before it was cool. Living in the middle of nowhere Kansas, boots were just a part of everyday life. I vividly remember my dad running out the door in three feet of snow in nothing but his long johns, cowboy boots and a shotgun, to see what his old hound dog had treed this time. 

I will always stand by the saying that a girl can never have too many boots. Lucky for me, it is now a family thing. I married a farm boy who grew up with the same traditions and lifestyle that I did, and now my daughter is following in our footsteps with her own collection of little cowgirl boots. (She makes me so proud!)

I now spend my days working at a commercial cattle feeding operation, taking care of my daughter’s bucket calf and spending my free time hunting, fishing and enjoying all the beauty that the natural world has to offer. While I could give you a thousand reasons why the country lifestyle is the best, it all comes down to just one thing: enjoying the simple things in life. Such as falling in love with a newborn calf, enjoying a harvest sunset or jumping in the mud puddles from a spring rain.

My boots tell the story of where I’ve been, where I’m going and all the crap I’ve trudged through to get there. Who needs a diary when you can have beautiful, supple leather instead? 

I love what Elizabeth said about her boots telling a story because that is exactly how I feel about mine! I am happy that she participated in this because you can just tell she has a true country gals heart! Again make sure to check out her blog to see more of where her boots take her and her darling little family!

Also pass the word about "Going Out With Your Boots On" Fridays! I need some more pictures of you folks out with your boots on! Email me at therusticchick@gmail.com your pictures and give a little explanation of "You Going Out With Your Boots On"!!!

Dove Real Beauty Sketches

I know many of my fellow bloggers have already posted this video over the past weeks and it has been spreading through Facebook. But I wanted to share with you my experience when I first watched this video on the Dove Real Beauty Sketches.

 

I will tell you that when I watched this the first time...I teared up a little bit. It struck a chord with me. I will be the first to admit that I am hard on myself and the way I look. There are days that I don't really feel beautiful and I am good at comparing myself with other women. I know I am not the only one out there that does this or feels this way...I think that women in general are hard on themselves. I think that is why when I watched the video the first time I related. I would have described myself just like those women described themselves...every flaw or wrinkle etc. But it made me curious what other people would have described me as...I think sometimes they see things in us that we don't always see in ourselves. It really makes you think!

 

My reason for posting this is to encourage you to tell women they are beautiful! Fellas if your reading this tell your girlfriend or wife they are beautiful. Dad's tell your daughters they are beautiful. Ladies make sure to remind your friends they are beautiful. I think this is very important in this little life we are all living!

 

I can remember the first time that a man told me I was beautiful when I didn't have any makeup on and wasn't all "ready." He just looked at me and said you don't need all that your beautiful just like that. He meant it and wasn't teasing...it was the first time I actually believed it. Women need a reminder sometimes. Also often times when I stop and visit my dad he will tell me that I look beautiful today. He hasn't always done this but within recent years has started. I don't really know why or if he just wants to make sure I know. Anyway it is a good reminder for me. I think telling people that they are beautiful is a small thing but really matters. Women and young girls don't hear it enough in this crazy world.

Cowboy Slang: BOCP: Beware of Cow Pie

Someone posted this and tagged me in it knowing how much I love Cowboy Slang. So of course I had to share it with you folks...and might I add it was to funny not to share. So here is some texting cowboy slang that you can use while out ridin' the range! I think my favorite ones were BOCP and ITO...they just made me laugh!

Cowgirl Gospel: He Ate Meals

When I was growing up we were a family that attended church every time the doors were open. We basically grew up in church...which I think is great...I love my Christian heritage and I am happy that my parents found it important to attend church. When I was little Sunday dinner was always at my grandparents farm and of course it was fried chicken! Meals are an important thing in my familiy! Almost everytime we get together it is centered around eating....whether it is a holiday or a picnic on the farm...there will be a guaranteed amount of delicious food!

When I think about these meals...more happens than just eating. Something magical happens called fellowship with one another. We laugh, talk, and build relationships with one another!

So after I thought about this topic a little more I went back a few years...when I was growing up in church they were always having those famous church potlucks, or people were always inviting people into their home for Sunday dinner, or getting together after church.

When I think about these meals...more happens than just eating. Something magical happens called fellowship with one another. We laugh, talk, and build relationships with one another!

I ran across this quote: "Jesus didn't run projects, establish ministries, or put on events. He ate meals." -Tim Chester, A Meal With Jesus.

I encourage you to read the link...it is one of his blog posts about this amazing quote!

The quote hit me big time because I feel like something as simple as eating meals with people and sharing in that fellowship doesn't happen anymore. I have been around the church a long time but often we are hearing more about numbers, projects, and events. They want to grow the church and win new Christians to the Lord...so what new thing can we do to bring these people in...and lets make it flashy to attract them.

But I believe that sometimes the church needs to get back to the basics and maybe just eat some meals. I bet if we started inviting more people over for Sunday dinner over a home cooked meal we would start to see a rise in friendships being built within the church and also with new people coming into the church.

If you remember Jesus wasn't pushy with people...I remember the bible story of Jesus eating with the tax collectors and sinners...He came to their level over a meal and built a friendship. He sat and took time to talk with them or go into their home.

"But what happens when you eat together? We share food as friends. We sit at the same level around the table. Then we can talk about our shared need of God’s grace. We love to run projects, but nobody wants to be someone’s ‘project’. They want friendship."-Tim Chester

I know this isn't for everyone but I think it is something to think about in life and in our churches. Even outside of church who can we be eating meals with to build that friendship...so that maybe one day they will come to know Jesus?

So I challenge you to find someone to eat a meal with.

Just a simple meal.

Follow Up to Q&A of The Rustic Chick

I received a few questions from some of you folks and might I add they were some good questions! So here are the answers for you...

 

1. What's your dream job? Which country music artist would you have lunch with and hang out with for the day?

 

The Rustic Chick-My dream job would be to make custom cowboy boots and also run a small    western wear/boutique shop. I love cowboy boots and basically dream up cowboy boots in my sleep. It's kind of ridiculous! This is actually a goal I am currently working toward so hopefully in the near future you will see more about this! And of course if I could spend the day with a country music artist it would have to be Miranda Lambert! I just think even though she is famous...she is so normal and does live a normal life that it would be no big deal to sit with her and have lunch...like she would almost be just like one of us!

 

2. What has inspired you to be a cowgirl and stay true to your country roots?


The Rustic Chick-There are many things that have inspired me to have a cowgirl spirit and stay true to my country roots...mostly both sets of my grandparents. They both farmed and had animals, my mom had horses when we were growing up, and we spent lots of time on the farm helping and just playing in the country. I learned important stuff like "If your not perspiring then you aren't working hard enough"-Grandma Sorenson (this was while hoeing beans), we fed animals, rode horses, swam in the pond, and also learned important farm stuff every kid should know like everyone holding hands and having one person touch the electric fence :o) It was a life that I fell in love with and to be honest the only one I really fit into. I am shy and don't like the hustle and bustle of the big city...I would get lost. I am very content to be out on the farm doing stuff outside, mowing, and just taking a walk. I like to see the stars at night and the big blue sky. I like the smell of fresh cut grass and cattle...I know that might be weird but I am sure fellow country people understand. I like the simpler life and I think that is what inspires me most. The working hard and building a life on love of family, values, and laughter. I believe that I could have been born in a different generation. This importance of country roots is something I want to pass down and instill in my future kids (hopefully.)

 

3. What college in KS did you attend?

 

The Rustic Chick- I attended Mid America Nazarene University in Olathe, KS. I went about four semesters. I never could figure out what I wanted to be when I grew up so I didn't think it was logical to get into more school loan debt. I enjoyed my time there...met a couple of lovely women who are still my best friends today...played powder puff football...stayed up late...experienced dorm life...good times for sure!
 

4. Why did you get into blogging? And how do you get inspired for each post?


The Rustic Chick-I started blogging several years back just kind of on a whim. I had done lots of journaling and had dabbled in some writing of some devotionals that went out just to my friends and family. It really just started as something for myself and my family would read it occasionally. But over the years it has grown into so much more. It is a way to share my little life and things I love. But it has also brought me in contact with so many great people throughout the country. Some of the people that I interact with I wish lived closer so we could be real life friends...lol. They are just amazing...which I think that is one of my favorite parts. It also has shown me many people that have the same interests as me and love some of the same things as me like cowboy boots for example. I got into blogging for myself and an outlet to do some writing but clearly it has turned into something better than I expected. I don't know if there is one thing that inspires me in writing posts but I try to make sure I am writing about something that matters to me and it is something I love. I don't write to gain more followers or to see how many people can read the post. I write because maybe just one person will get something out of it...or it will strike a chord with them and their life. I try to have some serious posts but I also like to have fun ones because that is kind of how I am in real life.

Ask The Rustic Chick...Q&A

I recently saw a fellow blogger do this and thought it was such a cool idea so thought I would give it a try! Basically this is your chance as followers and readers of my little old blog to ask me questions and I will answer them. They can be about pretty much anything...whether you want to know about my family, projects, my faith, blogging, or even what kind of mascara I use! So here is your chance folks to ask The Rustic Chick anything you want!

 

1. Just leave a comment with your question and I will create a seperate post with answers!

2. This will also post on my facebook page and you can leave a question on that post! 

 

So get to it and think of some good questions!!!

Cowboy Boot Utensil Holder

This was a little easy project I worked on this weekend...a cowboy boot utensil holder! I saw this somewhere else and wanted to try it for myself. I just happened to have some kids size cowboy boots. All I did was stick mason jars inside the cowboy boots and then put my utensils in the jars. They sit up on the counter and look really cute! It is an easy thing to do if your into decorating western or country. Definitely a conversation piece which I kind of love...I like unique and fun items that gussy up western a place!

Poshmark Craze Groupie

 

Well I have officially become a groupie of the Poshmark craze! As many of you know I am an avid thrifter, garage saler, and pretty much I am not above finding good deals! So I am loving this new app Poshmark where I can post my clothes and sell them...sort of garage sale style. You can check out my The Rustic Chick's Poshmark Closet and shop my clothes for sale! I have already sold two things and I keep looking through my clothes for stuff to post! I have posted cowboy boots (5.5), Wrangler jeans, and even a Junk Gypsy shirt! So make sure to go check it out...it is a pretty dag gum cool thing!

 



So get to shopping folks! I will say that I try to post good condition stuff that people would be interested...not just silly stuff!

One Thousand Gifts #1000Gifts

It has been a little while since I have written a One Thousand Gifts post...but I still have been adding to my list. It really is a state of mind to be thankful and remember the little gifts God provides in our lives.

31. Teasing...Good ol' Fun
32. Wide Open Space...Country  
33. People Who Make Me Smile
34. Time Spent With My Sister on a Road Trip
35. Answered Prayers For Little Things...Like a Second Job
36. Sunshine on The First Day of Spring

I want to keep challenging you to start your own list of 1000 Gifts and also to take a moment to read the book One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp. I loved the book and it has challenged me to seek out these little gifts God has blessed us with in this life. I hope everyone has a blessed first day of Spring!



Oklahoma Road Trip

So I am officially 30 and for my birthday we took a road trip to Oklahoma. I dragged my sister along with me and needless to say we had a blast. There were a few reasons for choosing Oklahoma...one main reason was because I love it down there. It was a successful trip! We did some shopping, I met up with an old friend, we ate, ate, ate, and went dancing! There were no real set plans or itinerary which is my kind of girls trip!

Here is a picture of me at 30 going out! I will have to keep this one as a reminder for when I am like 85 of how young I was. We had a fun night going out and also met a few people. Hence the gentleman below with the mustache...which now you know why I took the picture (great mustache!) He introduced himself to my sister below like this: My names Klem... then proceeded to spell it out to her K-L-E-M...then told her that he was on facebook. It does get better though...through conversation he told us he works for the circus and is a camel herder and he cleans up dung! I know funny right...we couldn't make this kind of stuff up! It was a good night and interesting people to say the least! It gave us a good laugh!

We also visited Guthrie, Oklahoma which was one of the main reasons for going to Oklahoma. I had never been there and wanted to check out the town. When we arrived I pretty much fell in love with it...it has lots of antique shops that we looked at and a cute little eating place called Stables! It was definitely worth the stop! My kind of little town! It was a good trip and it was beautiful weather down in Oklahoma. I can't wait to go back again and visit!

Happy Trails...Hannah

Simple Love...This Morning Having Coffee

I know this is pry one of those posts that no one wants to read or they are like geez she went sappy on us...but I also think it is all part of life. So here are my thoughts anyway...
 

I believe in love, marriage, and the whole baby carriage stuff...I am also single...still single. There are some things you read or catch your eye regarding love when you are a single gal. This was one of them that I ran across this past week.
 

 When asked for his definition of paradise, Johnny Cash replied with: "This morning, with her, having coffee."
 

I often think we put so much pressure on relationships and what it is "supposed" to be when it really is the simple things. Over the years my list of things I look for in someone has changed. I have talked to a few guys...I don't want to say a lot cause it makes me sound like a brazen hussy...which I am not...and yes I did just use brazen hussy in a post...I hope your laughing! Anyway back to the point...I have talked to a few guys and out of those guys only one has quietly (without even knowing it) filled things on my list. When I read this quote about what Johnny Cash said...I thought of this same man. Because I imagine sitting chatting having coffee with him would feel just about how Johnny Cash felt toward June Carter. There are many things I can't explain about him like why we even crossed paths (via Internet) in such a big world. Or why he has consistently answered texts from me, put up with my sarcasm and chatted for well over a year. Our chats can be short or more in depth but when I get done talking I feel happy and a simple smile usually creeps on my face. So that's what we do we talk. I think talking with someone is one of the greatest accomplishments a person can have in relationships...whether as friends or more. A lot of things are going to fade away but conversation will always be the glue that holds things together. I don't know if anything will ever happen with this man...I don't worry so much about that kind of stuff and leave that up to God. But we are friends and if that is the purpose I will take it. But when I look at other guys I am looking for qualities like this man has shown me. He is simple, honest, and consistent with me. He is a blessing in many ways...so I have decided that I either have to clone him or find one like him! I don't think he will agree to the cloning lol!

Yep I did it I went sappy on you but its the truth and the real point of this is to tell you that when dating find someone that paradise is something simple like...this morning, with them having coffee. That is real and lasting love there!

Happy Trails...Hannah

Mule Train Cowboy-Grand Canyon

Last November my dad and I took an epic trip to the Grand Canyon. Traveling is one of those things I love...I love seeing and experiencing new places! We hiked down to see Havusa Falls and stayed in the Supai Village. It was an amazing trip for many reasons...I will eventually be posting more pictures of this trip. But I thought I would share one of my favorites with you today. The villagers only transportation in/out of the canyon is horseback, mule train, and they have a helicopter come in on certain days. This fascinated me because I think we take transportation for granted. We just go hop in our vehicle and take off like it's no big deal. After being in the village for a couple days I learned more about the transport and how it ran. From almost the start of the hike down we were greeted by many mule trains coming up from the village. They knew the trail and just went right past us hikers. It was amazing to see them all packed and headed to the top. As one was going by us I turned to my right and saw this older gentleman (top picture) helping lead the train out. He was all cowboy so of course I snapped a couple pictures. He was older and had a weathered look about him like he had been doing this for a lifetime. It was one of those moments when you wonder what his story is and his background of his life in the village.

Here are a few things I learned about the mule trains and how they work for the Supai Village. It is one of the few places that the U.S. Mail is delivered by mule train. They have a special stamp they put on the postage that reads The Mule Train Mail. Another thing I learned is everything is taken out of the canyon...including the trash. So they have a trash day where either the mule trains carry the trash to the top or a helicopter picks it up in these big nets to take to the top. We got the privilege of watching the helicopter one day hauling it back and forth out of the canyon. We were also down there over the Presidential election day. Someone hiked in to operate the voting so the villagers could vote. It fascinated me because otherwise this little village would have been missed. It was neat to see how a secluded village down in the canyon operates when they can't even drive a vehicle down there to get to the village.

It really was like a whole different world down there for the few days we stayed down at the Supai Village. I was just expecting to have this tourist experience where I see all the falls and take pictures but it was almost a little history lesson about life in the Supai Village. Which I have to admit I kind of loved. The day we came out of the canyon was a busy day for the mule trains and the helicopter. But when we arrived at the Hilltop where our car was parked this was the site we saw...mules and horses galore tied to hitchin'posts. They had all came out of the canyon that morning hauling things from the village. It was neat to see all of them tied up. I would highly recommend going on a trip here and this post is just touching the surface...I haven't even showed you the falls yet! But stay tuned I will be posting more on this epic trip to Havusa Falls and the Supai Village.

Happy Trails...Hannah

Going Out With Your Boots On: Briana Belko

I am so excited to share this Going Out With Your Boots On post with you folks this week! I follow Briana's blog: From Heels to Boots where she chronicles her life as a part time cowgirl and part time city slicker. She works at Grimmus Cattle and is a agvocate in agriculture! She definitely goes out with her boots on...after seeing her instagram a photo of her new Ariat Quincy Collection boots...I was drooling and I wanted her to show them off for you folks! So read below why Briana loves her cowboy boots and how she goes out with her boots on from day to day!

Confession: these boots are new and they are still awaiting many goin’ out opportunities. I’m fairly new to the world of all things rustic & country. A city girl through and through, I began working for my Uncle’s calf ranch about a year and a half ago. I quickly realized that country girls have plenty of style, especially when it comes to footwear! I have always wanted a flashy pair of cowboy boots, but never found the strength to spend that much money on them!
 

I owe my awesome Bandida boots to a fellow rancher, as his sister designed these boots and he hooked me up with this pair. When I opened up the box, I got butterflies, I was so excited. It was as if I finally crossed over from being the city version of Ree Drummond to a full-blown Pioneer Woman. Ok, maybe not that much of a change, but I fell in love. 
 

Seeing as these boots are so new, I haven’t had much of a chance to take my boots out to any sweet concerts, or cool places. I’ve worn them to the calf ranch numerous times. I’ve worn them shopping. I’ve worn them to the World Ag Expo. The places that I have worn them, I can tell you one thing is certain, no matter where these boots have gone, I’ve received so many compliments and stares. From older women saying “Cool boots!” to little girls saying “Mommy, look at her pretty boots!” 
 

These boots are the perfect combination of my love for all things city and fashion, as well as all things country and rustic. I also think that it opens up doors for me to tell my story of how I’m involved in agriculture. I used to be a city girl who wasn’t very connected to her food supply, and now that I’m working on a ranch, I’ve learned so many great things about American farmers. So any chance that I have at telling my agriculture story, I’ll take it! Needless to say, I LOVE going out with my boots on! 

Also pass the word about "Going Out With Your Boots On" Fridays! I need some more pictures of you folks out with your boots on! Email me at therusticchick@gmail.com your pictures and give a little explanation of "You Going Out With Your Boots On"!!!

Happy Trails...Hannah

Announcements: Gussy Up Western

A few months back I introduced you to a new project of mine which is Gussy Up Western! So the new announcement for today is Gussy Up Western Shop is open for business! The intention of the blog is not just to offer tips for home decorating or junk but also for folks to be able to purchase some of the items featured on the blog. So this shop is where you can find some things from the blog. I know some people hate the hunt for junk, or certain items...so if your one of those people this is a place where you can just go buy. So makes sure to check the shop out! There are tabs at the top of the blog that can take you to the shop and also the Gussy Up Western Blog! Also Gussy Up Western has joined Instagram so make sure you follow on their to see updates and lots of pics!

Happy Trails...Hannah

Guest Post: Beauty and the Boot(s) by Sara Nillo

Beauty and the Boot(s) 

 

BOOTS TO BOOT

 

I love boots. There is really no time of year when I wouldn’t wear boots, except for maybe in muggy heat in the dead of summer. But even then, my tendency to gravitate toward an irrevocably sexy and symbolically American type of footwear, the cowboy boot, is undeniable. Love of cowboy boots has spread across this country and around the world, turning into a fashion statement that brings pride and glory to the U.S. of A. Cowboy boots are so cute with cut-off denim shorts or a super-short skirt, and that small but sturdy heel gives you a boost of confidence without the pain of a stiletto. Cowboy boots are probably the most comfortable boots I have ever worn, and this season they will be making sure the feet of fashionistas are ready to dig in their heels. 

  

FROM THE WILD WEST TO THE STYLE TEST

 

From the bent feet of cowboys crouching in hideaways to the overarched feet of lanky models on runways, these boots have always given their wearer a confident strut. The likes of MiuMiu, MarcJacobs, and Balmain all borrowed from the heroes of the Wild West for their S/S 12 collections, coming out with cowboy- inspired boots in velvets, plastics, metallic tones and paisley prints. MiuMiu’s interpretation is so drool-worthy that I wish I were a hotel heiress who didn’t have to think twice about picking up a pair for this weekend’s party. I guess I’ll just have to wait until my student days are over and I miraculously become the editor of a successful fashion magazine. …until then, I’ll have to buy a more reasonably priced pair. 

 

GRINGO IT UP

 

Luckily, online retailers are stocked with absolutely amazing cowboy boots, and Old Gringo Boots are becoming a favorite of mine. They offer some of the most elaborate and unique cowboy boots I’ve seen. It’s like they’ve come straight out of a time capsule, off the feet of Stevie Nicks or Carly Simon, brandishing ornate floral or Mexican motifs. Handcrafted to an extremely high quality, they give off an air of understated chic with their bohemian, old-world feel. Evoking the free spirit that seems so potent in the latest trends, cowboy boots are the perfect shoes to pair  with the pretty Gypsy dresses and frayed denim shorts available this season at Urban Outfitters, Topshop and Free People. I’m especially loving ankle length cowboy boots and multi-colored, Santa Fe-inspired flower embroidery. They are such a hot trend this season that it is definitely worth saving up for a quality, handcrafted pair of boots.

 

SWIFT AND SASSY

 

Since cowboy boots are available in a range of styles this spring, anyone who can work the sass these shoes demand has a choice to get a bit tough and sexy in distressed leather and studding, or go feminine and pretty with butterflies, winged hearts and floral motifs. You can also keep it simple by looking for boots with a Cuban heel or a V-shaped top if your style isn’t quite that wild. I can see myself channeling Taylor Swift with her new ‘70s bangs and straightened hair, donning a long, fringed leather coat with a floppy hat and aviators, as seen in her latest fashion spread in the February issue of Vogue. A pair of super pointy cowboy boots in deep red leather with ornate embroidery in contrasting colors would top off the look. With some super-fitted, sandblasted skinny jeans underneath, I’m ready for a shindig!

 

Sara Nillo is a Fashion Blogger for Sterling Leather located in New Hope, PA and Peddler’s Village, PA.  Sara has a degree in journalism and fashion, and is a true country girl at heart.  Follow Sara on Twitter at @SterlingLeather or @NilloSara

Eric Church - Like Jesus Does (Acoustic)

I love this song...and I love this acoustic version of it! There is just something about it that gets me! Loving someone like Jesus and having the wisdom to see them through His eyes takes a lot sometimes...and I have been there.

Happy Trails...Hannah

Here's To Being Young and Silly

I had an amazingly fun past Friday night...it was one of those nights that just happen when your young! It started out on a whim of wanting to go out and ended up with to much ridiculous fun! We visited my sister where she works and made our way to a few more places. So here are a few things I am taking away from Friday night!

 

1. Hanging out with Shawshank is always a good time! Shawshank is also my friend Kimi...I gave her this name because one of the last times I hung out with her she brought a flask into a small town concert...after we got in there we realized there was a security guy that may be checking purses. She told me this in the bathroom. I said well what are you going to do...she said well I will figure something out. I went ahead and went out. A few minutes later she came out and was like guess where I put it. I said I don't know...she said my boot! So later while discussing the evenings events she told us well I got to thinking where would they not look...she said that's when I remembered Shawshank Redemption...no one ever looks at the shoes! Fun friends are always a bonus to the night! 

 

2. On a stop in where my sister works...one of the regulars who normally knows who I am and says hi...just almost looked over me until I made eye contact with him and practically waved in his face. He was like oh geez I didn't even know that was you. He was like your all dressed up and lookin' good. I was like geez did I look that bad before (cause of course I like to give people a hard time)...he was like no I just don't see you like this very often. Then he proceeded to tell my sister I looked good. Also his x-girlfriend left the place mad because he was talking to me (she was better later when he explained that I was Liz's sister.) Which I just think is hilarious! Now the reason I tell you this story ladies is because even when you think guys don't notice you...they do! So the extra effort of getting ready does pay off sometimes...and sometimes you get a nice compliment. Which as a gal I appreciate sometimes. I know that I am not the only lady that likes to hear that they look good, or pretty (this is the part where the guys should take note.) A nice genuine compliment is needed sometimes!

 

3. Dance with your girlfriends every chance you get even if your the only ones out there dancing. It's good to be ridiculous and let loose! Dancing is always good for the soul.

 

4. Fourth meal is always a good idea before heading home...the conversation that comes as you partake in that meal is always humorous and is basically a recap of all the good times that night!

 

Here is to being young and silly!

Happy Trails...Hannah

 

Beautiful Escalante Canyon Colorado in The Fall

Last fall I got the chance to take an epic trip with my dad and within our trip we planned to stop at one of my favorite places. It is Escalante Canyon...we spent several family vacations here visiting my aunt. I have started posting a few pictures from the trip on my Rustic Chick Photography page. You can click the tab at the top of my blog to check them out.

Happy Trails...Hannah

Going Out With Your Boots On: Doctor Style

I haven't posted a Going Out With Your Boots On post for a few weeks! So here is today's...this person I do not know...but at lunch yesterday in the hospital cafeteria my sister said,"Hey Hannah Look!" So I turned to look and sitting behind me I saw this gentleman! Yep...he is wearing his scrubs, doctor coat and his cowboy boots! Now that is definitely going out with your boots on in my book! I loved it and it definitely showed his personality and maybe his country lifestyle coming through. Cowboy boots are awesome even if your wearing your scrubs! So makes sure no matter what you are Going Out With Your Boots On this weekend!

 

Also pass the word about "Going Out With Your Boots On" Fridays! I need some more pictures of you folks out with your boots on! Email me at therusticchick@gmail.com your pictures and give a little explanation of "You Going Out With Your Boots On"!!!

Happy Trails...Hannah

Tribute to Single Awareness Day

First of all Happy Valentine's Day...even though it is also Single Awareness Day! But don't worry this isn't a bitter singles post...but it is geared for all the singles out there...like myself! I know that everyone likes the hoopla of V-Day...the getting flowers, candy, etc. They are gestures of love...which is never a bad thing in my book! Once a year this day rolls around and I will be honest I have spent more V-Day's without someone than I have with someone. But I look back and I wouldn't trade all the V-Days not having someone for the all the great times I have had being single! So here is a tribute to being single!

I have learned how to make apple butter from my grandma with apples from her orchard! And have spent time learning things from her like cooking and gardening!

I have signed bathroom stalls with chalk...on an epic bachelorette party night (where we woke up and deja vu of the movie Hangover was happening!)

I have had girls weekends with my best friends...I have got to laugh, cry, and pray with these girls! I love them more than they will ever know...I am very blessed with their friendship all these years!

I have hiked the Grand Canyon and stood at Havasu Falls on an amazing trip with my dad...which I still can't believe even happened! I have to look at the pictures to remind myself!

I have been in a magazine which I think is pretty dag gum cool! It is Dirt Road Daughters make sure to check them out and you can read the issue for free if you go to the link!

I have eaten amazing meals like this in hole in the wall places like the Mountain Lyon Cafe!

I have stood on top of Mountains to see views like this!

I have witnessed amazing sunsets and sunrises in the country!

I have been able to purchase some amazing cowboy boots!

I have danced...good or bad...I have danced!

I have done things...sometimes that is the beauty in being single! Often people look at being single as a bad thing...but I don't so much...it has been an oppourtunity for road trips, girls nights, making memories, buying cowboy boots, enjoying things I love, dancing, and just being me! I look back and love my time of being single...I have learned so much about myself and exactly who I am. So be proud to be single...because you will never get that time back again...use that time to do things, travel, take chances and have fun! I am hoping to not be single forever but I don't regret that time at all! It has been a blessing in many ways! So here is to Single Awareness Day!

Happy Trails...Hannah