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And The Winner Is…

By libbylu on June 22, 2010

Billy Hobbs of Rogers, Arkansas! Billy won the Alluminare Design Challenge on Home Workshop! Congratulations, Billy! Here is his winning pattern: And this is how Christopher Lowell described it: Depending on color choice, this could easily go from organic to pop art. Its range is calm and sensual or upbeat and highly graphic depending on [...]

Posted in Decor, Design Links, I ♥ Color!, Shout Out, Textiles | Tagged Alluminare, christopher lowell, Fabric, home workshop, homeworkshop, lighting, Patterns, Wallpaper | Leave a response

Alluminare Design Challenge

By libbylu on June 7, 2010

I am pleased, honored, thrilled, and completely beside myself with excitement at having been invited to be a judge in the Alluminare Design Challenge on Homeworkshop.com. 475 delicious patterns were submitted from around the world, and the one and only Mr. Christopher Lowell has narrowed them down to ten finalists. Keep an eye on Homeworkshop.com [...]

Posted in Decor, Design Links, DIY Awesomeness, I ♥ Color!, Shout Out, Textiles | Tagged Alluminare, christopher lowell, contest, design challenge, fabrics, home workshop, homeworkshop, Patterns, Textiles, winners, world class designers | Leave a response

New Pattern: Venice

New Pattern: Venice

By libbylu on May 4, 2010

While traveling through Venice last month, I was struck by the Islamic influence on the city’s architecture. Such lovely peaks and curves, so unique to that culture. Today, I made a pattern from the doodles I did on the train from Venice to Florence. Introducing “Venice.” Talk to me if you’d like to use this [...]

Posted in Decor, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Textiles | Tagged color, Creative Process, Decor, Fabric, Islamic art, Pattern, Patterns, Swatches, Textiles, Travel, Venice, Wallpaper, wrapping paper | 2 Responses

Offline Mondays

By libbylu on May 4, 2010

I don’t know about you, but my weekends are often just an extension of my work week. While I might not be working, per se, there are tasks that assume their place on Saturday and Sunday, leaving very little room for anything else. Having a home means keeping up with said home, and that includes [...]

Posted in Freelance, Opinions, Personal Things | Tagged Freelance, Illustration, Pattern, Patterns, Project Management, Textiles, Wallpaper | Leave a response

Inspired in Europe

By libbylu on April 28, 2010

As many of you know, my husband and I recently went to Europe for a couple weeks. I was so, so, so inspired there. The ages-old artwork was astounding! I took a bunch of pictures, hoping to have a reminder of all that inspiration once I returned home. So many things I want to draw! [...]

Posted in Gallery, I ♥ Color!, Opinions, Personal Things | Tagged Architecture, Art History, Composition, Europe, inspiration, Patterns, Travel | Leave a response

Elizabeth on Alluminare!

Elizabeth on Alluminare!

By libbylu on April 24, 2010

The lovely pattern, Elizabeth, is now available for purchase on Alluminare.com! Elizabeth is a lace-inspired pattern, named for the queen herself. Dainty, but regal, she holds her head high in either large or small scale. They just started carrying these awesome table lamps. I love the shape! Here is Elizabeth, as custom fabric: Elegant and [...]

Posted in Decor, Gallery, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Textiles | Tagged Alluminare, Design Links, Fabric, lamps, Pattern, Patterns, Textiles, Wallpaper | 3 Responses

How To Make A Pattern Out Of Your Friend's Face

How To Make A Pattern Out Of Your Friend’s Face

By libbylu on March 3, 2010

I’ve been working extrariffic-hard on a project, to the point of near brain burst, so when SparkyFirePants posted this contest today, I couldn’t resist the diversion. I’ll show you what I sent in, but let me show you the progression. Here’s his original photo: I cut him out: I made a pattern with him: Then [...]

Posted in Decor, DIY Awesomeness, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Textiles | Tagged Decor, Illustration, Pattern, Patterns, sparkyfirepants, Spoonflower, Textiles, Wallpaper, wrapping paper | Leave a response

Let’s Fall In Love

By libbylu on March 1, 2010

I entered the Spoonflower Boba Baby Carrier fabric contest with a new leafy love pattern. I would be so honored if you would please vote for me! Here’s the pattern you’re looking for: Let’s Fall In Love by lushop Here’s the link to the voting! Thank you thank you thank you!

Posted in Decor, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Personal Things | Tagged Decor, Fabric, Graphics, Illustration, Packaging, Pattern, Patterns, Spoonflower, Swatches, Textiles, Wallpaper | 2 Responses

New Pattern Collection: Boojie

New Pattern Collection: Boojie

By libbylu on February 19, 2010

Boojie, a new pattern collection, was inspired by a friend’s adorable baby girl. Available for license. Coming soon to Spoonflower.

Posted in Decor, Fashion, Gallery, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Textiles | Tagged black, blue, Decor, Fabric, Freelance, Graphics, gray, green, Pattern, Patterns, Textiles, Wallpaper, yellow | Leave a response

Valentine's Day 2010

Valentine’s Day 2010

By libbylu on February 2, 2010

A little pattern or two: *Coming soon to Spoonflower And a print: Available as a card on Cafepress and as a print on Etsy. I could definitely be persuaded to update the colorways on these for specific uses. Talk to me. FTC disclosure: if you buy my stuff, I make money.

Posted in Decor, DIY Awesomeness, Gallery, I ♥ Color!, My New Stuff, Textiles | Tagged color, DIY, Fabric, framed art, Graphics, Illustration, Pattern, Patterns, plaid, Portfolio, print, Swatches, Textiles, valentine, Valentine's Day, Wallpaper, wrapping paper | 4 Responses

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I am Libby Unwin, aka LU Graphics. I’m an independent artist and I love what I do. Totally & completely.

My favorite thing to work on is surface design, and I also offer custom wall art and project consultation. To find out more about me and what I can do for you, visit my About page and my Services page.
contact me
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