North Drinkware Launches New Blue Mountain Cobalt Collection

Launching today, North Drinkware is launching the limited edition Cobalt Collection featuring Mt. Rainier and Mt. Hood in the base of these stunning glasses. Using the accurate USGS data of the Pacific Northwest’s most iconic peaks, these 16 oz. pint and 8 oz. tumbler glasses are a new take on the classic North Drinkware Pint and Tumbler.

I first heard of North Drinkware when they were launching their clear Mt. Hood tumblers and pints. With a mountain in the bottom, looking exactly like our favorite mountain, I was entranced. 

The Cobalt Collection

 It takes more than 15 steps over the course of 2 days to make just one of their glasses. And they have added The Maroon Bells - two of Colorado’s most iconic 14'ers, California’s Half Dome from Yosemite and Camel's Hump, Vermont's most iconic peak. They also have laser-etched coasters to coordinate.

While only the Mt. Hood and Mt. Rainier glasses are available in blue, you can see the company is expanding, much to the delight of those who love our mountains and our outdoors.

Buy yours from North Drinkware or one of their retail partners.

Trying Vera Bradley Bags for Travel

I'm trying something new for my upcoming road trip. I've purchased a travel bag and cosmetic bag from that fun and fanciful fabric bag company, Vera Bradley. Why? I'm finding my travels throughout the desert southwest can leave my bags dusty and dirty.

These bags have great designs that don't show the dust and... they are machine washable! That was a selling point for me. I can take the flat insert (which makes the bottom flat) out and wash the bag. I think I'll just dry it over a shower curtain rod rather than put it in the dryer.

And, they are quilted and padded. This will both protect the contents and make the bags easy to pack into small places.

I'll let you know how I do with this new find. Anyone else out there travel with Vera Bradley bags? Also, if this goes well, I'll be looking for recommendations on other sizes to buy. Advice is welcomed!

Check out the Vera Bradley Bags on Amazon.com