NYC Part Two

Our weekend in NYC was mainly spent in Ken Barber's Freehand Lettering Workshop which was held at The Cooper Union. Both days we had lunch close to Cooper, the first day we tried Gemma at The Bowery Hotel and on Sunday we had a quick lunch at Korilla. Saturday evening we decided to explore Central Park and had a dinner reservation at The Loeb Boathouse. We had the best weather and I loved walking around the part and to 30 Rock after dinner. After that we headed back to our Airbnb to rest up for the next day. 

Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC

Sunday evening was our last night in the city and we decided to take a walk across the Brooklyn Bridge after the second full day of our workshop! It was super crowded but the views of the city were amazing. After our walk we stopped by the 9/11 memorial and then headed to dinner before a show at the Comedy Cellar. I also have to note that we had amazing breakfasts at both Juice Generation and Bluestone Lane Coffee. I'm so grateful that Hallmark sent the three of us to NYC, we learned a ton and made the most of our few days in the city! 

Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC

NYC Part One

Hello, friends! Last week I had the opportunity to spend a few days in New York City and attend a freehand lettering workshop with Ken Barber! I haven't been to NYC since I was in elementary school so I was especially excited to explore the city. Here are a few photos from our first day which was free for shopping, market research, and we really made the most of it!

Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC

Our flight got in late Thursday afternoon and that night I went to Frozen on Broadway with a family friend. Beforehand we had a delicious dinner (pesto pasta!) at Trattoria Dell'Arte and walked through Times Square. Friday Livy, Meredith and I were up early and started our day with breakfast from Eataly, a few photos by the Flatiron Building, and some shopping. Our favorite shops were Fishs Eddy, Flying Tiger, and ABC Carpet & Home. For lunch we ate at ABC Kitchen, which ended up being my favorite meal of the trip! After lunch we headed to the Whitney and then took a walk on the High Line. We had dinner reservations as Blossom, a vegan restaurant. After dinner I was able to catch up with my college friend Katie at her apartment. Later this week I will recap the rest of our time in NYC!

Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
Letters Are Lovely | NYC
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Austin Part Two

Hello, friends! Our second day in Austin began with breakfast at Russell's Bistro with some family friends. Afterward we decided to hike up to Mount Bonnell – even though it was a cloudy day the view was still beautiful! Next up was a visit to The Contemporary Austin's Betty and Edward Marcus Sculpture Park at Laguna Gloria. Close to the park we discovered a garden complete with a group of peacocks! 

Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two

After enjoying the museum we headed downtown to walk around Lady Bird Lake. I couldn't help but  stop to try out the swan paddle boats, they reminded me of pictures I have seen in Japan! Our walk ended back on Rainey Street where we had dinner at G'Raj Mahal. Our final stop was a beer flight at Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden. I can't wait for the next opportunity we have to come back to Austin because there was still so much to do that we didn't have time for in our short weekend visit! After another night in our tiny house we were headed back to KC. Until next time, ATX! 

Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two
Letters Are Lovely | Austin Part Two