tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-11631942929712194732024-03-13T07:55:40.969-07:00Cupcakes + OwlsWelcome to the blog of Lady Lucas, 'the queen of cute characters'. Weekly crafting ideas and other adorable adventures for you to explore! www.ladylucas.comLadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.comBlogger216125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-6410292849921593112015-07-22T04:41:00.001-07:002015-07-22T04:41:28.591-07:00Cupcakes + Owls is Moving!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After much thought and consideration, I have gone ahead and purchased the domain <a href="http://www.littleowllane.com/">www.littleowllane.com</a> (which is automatically directed to my new blog of the same name). This <a href="http://asweetlittlestreet.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">new blog </a>will feature new art pieces that I create, and will be much more streamlined in its offerings and content.</div>
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Cupcakes + Owls will remain live as an archive so you can still access the same cute and crafty ideas!</div>
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So much love,</div>
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<a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-58913636422341679472015-07-15T07:03:00.000-07:002015-07-15T07:03:20.779-07:00Falling in Love with Wall Stickers <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This week I discovered a magical little medium here in Salzburg called, 'Klebefolie'. It's sold at the local hardware store and you can purchase it in a rainbow of different colored solid colors.</div>
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I decided on two bold hues {magenta and black} because I had a silhouette cityscape motif in mind.</div>
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I found the roll of vinyl to be easy to cut out with a regular pair of children's scissors. Once a shape is complete, simply peel the paper backing off and adhere it to the wall smoothing out any bumps with a credit card.</div>
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I am so happy with the result and my hubby David has suggested that I offer some custom sets that people can purchase for decoration, so I'll be working on those in the coming weeks!</div>
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Title: <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/236320432/ice-cream-coloring-book-for-adults-or" target="_blank">Gelateria Mini Coloring Book</a></div>
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I'm so pleased to see the rise in popularity of adult coloring books. What a wonderful way to spend an afternoon! I've been working hard trying to stock my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank">Etsy store</a> with some great printable coloring book options, so today I wanted to share with you my current coloring books. Of course, all of these options are perfect for children as well!<br />
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Perfect for: Adult coloring book parties, NYC Events, Restaurants & Cafes, Street Fairs</div>
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As far as my favorite material to actually color with, colored pencils always win! You have the option of many lovely colors, and lots of control because of the fine point. Also, as a teacher for many years I always enjoy Crayola's quality, durability and shelf life.</div>
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Until next week... ;)</div>
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This week I started a series of paintings for my new art school in Salzburg. I wanted something small and cheery to put on the front wall of the room, so these four little creatures seemed to have fit the bill nicely ;)</div>
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First I prepped each canvas with two coats of bright, acrylic paint...</div>
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Then I drew lightly on each with a pencil to make the outline of the character.</div>
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Next it was time for the Sharpie marker!</div>
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After painting each animal, I retraced the black lines in Sharpie again for a bold look.<br />
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Each 'sweetie' is a combination of English and German. Blumen Bunny, Keks Cat, Ballon Bird and Pommes Panda.</div>
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<span style="background-color: #ffe599;">I've also turned all four characters into art prints, </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #ffe599;">which you can purchase now in my<b> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/238874407/kids-room-decor-wall-art-printables-4" target="_blank">Etsy store</a></b>!</span></div>
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PS - In case you missed it, here's the next episode of 'Cute Crafts' up on YouTube : </div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">Today is a special holiday that you may not have heard of yet... it's<b> Leon Day</b> (Noel spelled backwards) and it is officially the halfway mark to Christmas! This holiday is becoming quite popular with crafters and creatives - because frankly - it's a great excuse to take a break from the heat and dream about snowmen and gingerbread houses!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; text-align: justify;">I decided to take a little time out of my day to work on some designs for my 2015 Christmas card collection. Since I'm living abroad in Salzburg this year, I wanted to incorporate some local themes into the concepts above. Gingerbread hearts are extremely popular here in the wintertime, as well as all sorts of elves and forest beings.</span></div>
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<i>If you've been working on some art or crafts for Christmas lately, share the link below in the comments! I would love to see whatever you have dreamed up...</i></div>
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Love & Eggnog, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-3127474309505364552015-04-14T07:47:00.002-07:002015-04-15T01:37:41.870-07:00Whimsical Wall Art<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just a little reminder that there is some really cute wall art available for purchase in my<a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank"> Etsy store</a> this week. Purchase and print for an instant decoration in your home or office. All art available is suitable for classrooms, libraries or as a great, affordable gift. Frame it or attach with colorful washi tape!</div>
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-42661662283230068512015-04-01T04:48:00.001-07:002015-04-01T04:50:03.989-07:00Easy Easter Eggs Craft Tutorial<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Wanna make some super easy Easter Eggs this week? Here's how:</div>
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<b><span style="color: magenta;">What crafts did you love making around Easter time when you were a child? Comment below to share with us!</span></b></div>
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xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a> </div>
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-60756969048818953682015-03-24T09:30:00.001-07:002015-03-31T12:36:01.197-07:0010 Adorable Easter Ideas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Salzburg is currently experiencing Easter overload, as our neighborhood prepares to welcome the beautiful holiday on April 5, 2015. I've been creating artwork, craft ideas, and more this month, and thought it would be a good idea to organize everything in a simple list for your enjoyment:</div>
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<i>this craft is the perfect weekend idea</i></div>
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<i>a collection of beautiful, fresh and floral</i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79;"><a href="http://www.jcfamilies.com/profiles/blogs/giant-easter-eggs-time-to-create-with-lady-lucas" target="_blank">Giant Easter Eggs</a></span></b></div>
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<i>this cool craft comes with a FREE printable</i></div>
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<i>a lovely piece of art that can be printed instantly, </i></div>
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<i>featuring my newest character Szilla the Duck</i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MzEwMDUzOTJ8MjcyNzI3NDM0MA/romantic-easter-inspiration" target="_blank">Easter Etsy Treasury</a></span></b></div>
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<i>some of my handpicked handmade finds</i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/156886051/printable-butterfies-party-kit-butterfly" target="_blank">Printable Butterflies Kit</a></span></b></div>
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<i>a great way to entertain the kiddos during a </i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #c27ba0;"><a href="http://www.jcfamilies.com/profiles/blogs/spring-fairy-garden-time-to-create-with-lady-lucas" target="_blank">Make a Spring Fairy Garden</a></span></b></div>
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<i>in minutes, you can make a charming fairy garden</i></div>
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<b><span style="color: #a64d79;"><a href="http://pigandpepperjc.com/sleepy-bunny-rabbit-pillow-plush-by-lady-lucas.html" target="_blank">Sleeping Rabbit Plush</a></span></b></div>
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<i>here's one of my handmade pieces, perfect for an</i></div>
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Happy Easter All!</div>
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xo Ashley</div>
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<span style="color: #a64d79;">PS - If you enjoyed this post, please sign up for my monthly <a href="http://eepurl.com/bOxPf" target="_blank">e-mail list</a> today so you don't miss another cute craft or handmade product! </span></div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-47686261904964203972015-03-18T05:42:00.000-07:002015-03-18T05:42:32.383-07:00New Lady Lucas 'How to Draw' Series<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="text-align: justify;">Hey Everyone! Just wanted to share with you... I'm super excited to announce that I'm developing a 'How to Draw' series for <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/LadyLucasTV/" target="_blank">YouTube</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank">Etsy</a>. I'll be offering a few printable drawing tutorials {perfect for children!} and will also release a companion video featuring one of the subjects from the tutorial around the same time. This new series is meant to help teachers and parents encourage creativity and a love of drawing in their students and children.</span></div>
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My first kit is now available in my Etsy Store : <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/226658763/how-to-draw-owls-with-lady-lucas" target="_blank">How to Draw Owls with Lady Lucas</a>.</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></span></div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">PS - Hey there readers, please <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LadyLucasArt" target="_blank">'Like' my page</a> on Facebook if you haven't already. </span></div>
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-69802627475493510312015-03-11T07:47:00.000-07:002015-03-11T07:47:49.955-07:00Turkeys, Roosters & Snowdrops<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I'm a huge animal lover, and I'll take any opportunity to visit them, look at them or hold them! Luckily, in a city where I haven't seen more than two or three wild creatures in a span of two months, this lovely nature preserve right outside of Salzburg city was just what I needed last weekend.</div>
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I don't know the name of this farm, but I will try and find out so I can post it here for others. Basically, geese, flamingos, turkeys, hens, roosters, goats and pigs all live together in harmony.</div>
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You're allowed to bring bread and veggies to the animals which is another great part of a day trip here.</div>
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Animals are always a joy. These guys made my week!</div>
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xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-54088484782388846982015-03-04T04:43:00.003-08:002015-03-04T04:43:38.446-08:00Sweet 2015 European Spring Trends<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I attended Creativ Salzburg with my hubby David this past weekend, and really enjoyed looking at all the wonderful Spring trends currently going on in Europe. </div>
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So... what's big right now?</div>
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<b>Pastels</b> : Pinks, light green, white and light red is hot!</div>
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<b>Yellow, Black & White</b> : This combination is in just about every lifestyle shop. Black vases with white dots, yellow hens with black ribbons, etc. etc.</div>
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<b>Rabbits</b> : White ceramic rabbits are popular, as well as ones made of wood.</div>
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<b>Affordability</b> : I was shocked at the price point for most of the goods on display. Many items were under $10 {retail}. Just when I thought the handmade maker movement was making a big comeback, it seems that mass produced items are bigger than ever.</div>
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What trends have you noticed lately in the US? Or the UK? Comment below!</div>
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xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-82200865882651761452015-02-25T07:23:00.005-08:002015-02-25T07:23:43.583-08:00Help! The Beatles in Salzburg<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I've been studying for the A1 German Test non-stop, and a short trip to the Salzburg Museum helped clear my head today. I've been wanting to see the photo exhibit 'Help! Die Beatles in Salzburg' because the title alone piqued my interest. </div>
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The exhibit, featuring photos by Christian Skrein, is fun, light, and in my option much easier to handle than the emotional exhibit about the World War on the second floor. My favorite snap was of one the Beatles taking a ski lesson. And of course, the pic above of the fab four exiting a plane is iconic as well.</div>
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Until next week,</div>
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xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
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PS- Do you like the new 'Cupcakes & Owls' blog banner? ;)</div>
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-8484579789039337012015-02-19T07:38:00.001-08:002015-02-19T07:47:19.943-08:00Quick Tips for Cute Etsy Photos<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/219681187/printable-art-abc-nursery-wall-art" target="_blank"><img alt="Alphabet Printable Wall Art | Lady Lucas" border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-72CcfpJP0O4/VOX-cg0UszI/AAAAAAAAID4/mdAT0a7QPuM/s1600/Printable%2BArt%2BLady%2BLucas%2B4.JPG" height="347" title="Alphabet Printable Wall Art | Lady Lucas" width="400" /></a></span></td></tr>
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I've been working a lot on developing my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank">Etsy stor</a>e lately, and really enjoyed staging a few photo shoots for my printable goods this month. Here are some tips for super cute photos:</div>
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Nothing looks nicer then natural daylight when shooting your images. I used a butcher block table from IKEA for propping up my goods along with the backdrop of a simple white wall.</div>
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<b>2. Props Rule</b></div>
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Props add interest and fun to the products you wish to sell. I have very few items in my new apartment, but I got creative and used a coffee mug, colored pencils, a leftover marzipan mushroom from the holidays, and a cute bird I bought for spring decorating. Fresh flowers are a very easy and affordable way to add interest to photos!</div>
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<b>3. Have Fun!</b></div>
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Put some music on, brew a cup of coffee, and enjoy your photo shoot. Broadcast it on social media so your followers know what project you're going to offer next!</div>
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<b>Please share my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" target="_blank">Etsy store</a> with anyone you think would enjoy adorable and affordable printables {moms, teachers, grandparents, etc.} I'd really appreciate it!</b></div>
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xo <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Ashley</a></div>
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PS - I put together my first Etsy treasury this week featuring artists and shops that sell wonderful spring items - you can <a href="https://www.etsy.com/treasury/MzEwMDUzOTJ8MjcyNzI3NDM0MA/romantic-easter-inspiration" target="_blank">check it out here</a>!</div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-17114493783652252242015-02-13T04:12:00.000-08:002015-02-13T04:12:01.566-08:00Happy Valentine's Day! xo<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I know I'm one day early... but I try to only post on social media during the weekdays so I wanted to say a huge '<b><span style="color: #e06666;">Happy Valentine's Day</span></b>' to all the Lady Lucas fans out there. Have a lovely Saturday filled with hearts, crafts, a little sugar, and lots of love.<b><span style="color: red;"> <span style="text-align: center;">XOXOX Ashley</span></span></b></div>
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I've been working hard at studying German this month to pass a test on the 28th, so new vocabulary words are constantly floating around in my head. Here are three I like the most at the moment - directly from my sketchbook ;)</div>
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How cute is 'Kellblatt' for clover leaf?</div>
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Have a lovely weekend!</div>
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Bussi (little kiss) Ashley</div>
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PS - I just published this <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F4f-jsGsNkI" target="_blank">valentine tutorial video</a> yesterday on YouTube. </div>
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It's cute, and easy to do with the kiddos too!</div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-78042867706969060492015-01-28T07:54:00.001-08:002015-01-28T08:19:26.287-08:00 A New Work Space<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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This week I came across WeWork {a <a href="https://www.wework.com/locations" target="_blank">co-working</a> company with some pretty cool spots in NYC!} and I thought it would be a fun idea to show you a little bit around where I've been creating these last few weeks. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This box from IKEA is the perfect item for organizing felting supplies. The yellow colored boxes were on sale because they weren't popular. Strange, because I think they are the coolest!</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;">Our new place in Salzburg has a storage unit with a big window and I'm so excited to use it this summer as my art studio, but until then - because of the cold weather - I'll be setting up shop in our apartment ;)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Starting afresh with all new containers. The coffee can owl is for my colored pencils, the honey jar is for miniatures and the felted candy is for my sewing needles.<br />
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-92144854301155080742015-01-21T06:32:00.000-08:002015-01-21T06:32:49.225-08:00My Mistletoe Obsession<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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From pretty much the first day I got to Salzburg... I immediately noticed all these round green things hanging in every tree. I remember my mom talking about how mistletoe is something of a parasite that grows on trees and I thought, "Could it be?". Well, it is - and I am obsessed. These perfectly round silvery bundles are everywhere here. They are way too high to reach though, so I guess I'll have to settle on buying some at a local market this winter!</div>
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<span style="text-align: justify;">In other news, I finally got to craft the day away yesterday and will be releasing a really cute tutorial for JCFamilies this Friday.</span></div>
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This pasta at the local Osteria was actually heart shaped! </div>
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Our friend Christine made table settings special by adding stickers to each napkin when we had us for dinner. I kept mine of course ;)</div>
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I love this catalog cover from the store I stop at called 'Depot'. Aren't these chicks precious?<br />
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Hi Everyone! Just wanted to report that my first week in Salzburg is officially coming to an end, so I wanted to share a few photos and such about my adventure so far...</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lovely veggie udon noodles with curry. Thank goodness there are some veg options so close to home!</td></tr>
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To recap the week, I'd say that Salzburg is a very gentile and old fashioned place that enjoys keeping traditions alive. The attention to detail here is impressive... every nook and cranny seems to have either a gingham heart, mushroom or marzipan animal to celebrate the New Year placed somewhere within it.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My favorite magazine here in Austria - 'Servus'. My mother-in-law has hundreds of copies - I've been slowly looking at one or two a day!</td></tr>
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Dear Readers, I thought you'd enjoy this cute craft to ring in the New Year. This is a very special handmade treat - because it's just for the birds{and squirrels of course}.</div>
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<u><span style="font-size: large;">Pine Cone Snacks</span></u></div>
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- sturdy pine cones</div>
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- heavy thread or yarn</div>
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- peanut butter</div>
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- assorted seeds and cereals</div>
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Select a grouping of sturdy pine cones.</div>
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Tie some string around the top of each and knot again forming a loop for which the pine cone will hang.</div>
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Using a knife, generously cover the outside of each pine cone with peanut butter, then roll them in a tray of seeds and grains.</div>
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Hang your pine cone snacks outside and wait for animals to enjoy them ;)</div>
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All SEVEN of the pine cones we put outside were promptly pulled off the trees within an hour or two by squirrels. I was thrilled that at least someone was enjoying them...</div>
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<b>Happy 2015 Everyone!</b></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47;"><b>Sadly, today is the last illustration of #25DaysofSnowmen. Thank you all for following along on this blog advent event! If you enjoyed the illustrations, please share them with someone you love over Christmas break - I'd surely appreciate it! </b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit;">Inspiration:</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Something 'royal' was required for this Christmas Eve illustration. I think the crown suits him nicely ;)</span></div>
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LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-76981788693684158142014-12-22T17:24:00.001-08:002014-12-23T05:53:36.341-08:00Day 23 - Trimming the Tree Snowman<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit;">Inspiration:</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> I can picture this snowman whistling and humming while trimming this fir tree. I'm not sure where the direct inspiration came for this one... but once he was done I was quite pleased because I think he's such a happy fellow ;)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit;">Inspiration:</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> I have always loved cats very much, so I couldn't resist adding one into this snow creature collection. I wanted her to hold something, and a pet fish seemed like the way to go!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit;">Inspiration:</span><span style="font-family: inherit;"> Last year I made these ornaments using stiff red and white felt and paper clay. They were a hit! So much so that my best friend's dog ate it off the tree - I suppose it looked like a tasty cookie ;) </span></div>
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Check out today's 'Google Doodle' on www.google.com. I know you'll enjoy it!</div>
LadyLucashttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12737404735164893289noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1163194292971219473.post-20366101687562912014-12-20T04:26:00.000-08:002014-12-20T04:26:58.230-08:00Day 20 - Snow Owl<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nIR1Bu9oaUY/VJN2H7a53OI/AAAAAAAAH6w/vMmTfeyL67s/s1600/20%2BSnow%2BOwl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Snow Owl by Lady Lucas | #25DaysofSnowmen" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nIR1Bu9oaUY/VJN2H7a53OI/AAAAAAAAH6w/vMmTfeyL67s/s1600/20%2BSnow%2BOwl.jpg" height="400" title="Snow Owl by Lady Lucas | #25DaysofSnowmen" width="400" /></a></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px;">Title:</span><span style="color: #1b1b1b; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16px; line-height: 22.3999996185303px;"> Snow Owl</span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit; line-height: 22.3999996185303px;">Medium:</span><span style="font-family: inherit; line-height: 22.3999996185303px;"> Watercolor</span></div>
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<span style="color: #3d85c6; font-family: inherit;">Inspiration: </span><span style="font-family: inherit;">I'm in love with drawing owls - hence the partial name of this blog! This owl's made of pink frosted snow and is quite cold as she shivers along... ;)</span></div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-family: inherit;"><b>Purchase all 25 art prints digitally here in my <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/LadyLucasStore" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Etsy store</a>!</b> </span></div>
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<span style="color: red; font-family: inherit;"><i>easily be framed as Christmas gifts.</i></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #6fa8dc;"><u>SNOWY EXTRA</u></span></b></div>
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DW3S9lz7Jd8/VJN6BfeHwvI/AAAAAAAAH68/zNpANAj39uU/s1600/055.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Felted Birds by Lady Lucas" border="0" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-DW3S9lz7Jd8/VJN6BfeHwvI/AAAAAAAAH68/zNpANAj39uU/s1600/055.JPG" height="234" title="Felted Birds by Lady Lucas" width="320" /></a></div>
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In the theme of cute animals, check out these little cuties I just felted for the holiday season. They are available now at <a href="http://www.ladylucas.com/" target="_blank">Strawberry & Co.</a>!</div>
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