Wouldn't it be great if there was a place where you could go to explore your creativity? A place that nurtures your creative journey and connects you with like-minded people who can support and collaborate with you? And wouldn’t it be even better if that place was in a delightful, artsy small town with a slower pace and friendly faces? If that town were nestled in a picturesque valley surrounded by mountain wilderness, it would be even more amazing. 
Yes, it would. That's why Jennifer Peterson founded the Estelle Center for Creative Arts in La Veta, Colorado. Jennifer, an avid quilter, first experienced the joy of creative expression in her grandmother Estelle’s art studio. It was the one place she felt free from the demands of productivity and connected to her inner artist. Playing with art causes the soul to flourish, brings about healing, and builds a stronger character.
Since her early years, Jennifer has always wanted to find a place where she can relive those moments in her grandmother's studio and share the joy of creative exploration and collaboration with others. The Estelle Center for Creative Arts is her dream come true.
Here, we outline the center’s mission, how it came to be, and Jennifer’s long-term vision for the center. 

The Estelle Center Mission

The Estelle Center is committed to fostering a community where creativity flourishes. At the heart of the Estelle Center's mission is a dedication to cultivating creativity and artistic expression across various disciplines. 
Our mission is to offer a beautiful, collaborative, welcoming space where creative journeys are cherished and people experience self-discovery, self-compassion, and joy.
The center focuses on fiber arts such as quilting, embroidery, knitting; paper crafts such as book binding, junk journaling, and collage; most painting disciplines; jewelry making; photography; singer/song writer workshops as well as cooking and baking classes. Through the diverse range of programs, workshops, and events, the Estelle Center seeks to inspire a passion for the arts while fostering a sense of community among participants.