STUDENTS ON TV

SAINT VALENTINE’S

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SEDA student Javier Pedrozais an actor on Fair City – Ireland’s best-lovedsoap opera

Dublin’s top 5 romantic restaurant and how tocelebrate St Valentine’sday in Ireland

Being an artist and a student at the same time isn’t easy: Ana Lahr’s story

SEDA students elected a Council of 12 members last month, which will speak for them and their interests before the college’s management and teachers. Every class at SEDA – from Beginner to Advanced – is represented, and the new Student Council will meet with school administration members regularly to discuss issues of importance to

learners.The first meeting will take place on February 11 and it will be chaired by SEDA’s principal Paul Brown, with Director of Studies Carol Cregg also present. Some of the things that are already on the agenda include helping students find accommodation in Dublin, planning social activities at SEDA and helping students engage

with the local community. The Student Council will also elect its Student President and Vice President at the first meeting on February 11.From then on, the Council will meet six times per year in the student lounge. SEDA management and teacher representative will be present at all meetings, and any students interested in coming along are

very welcome to attend. Audience members will be free to ask questions and raise any issues they wish. SEDA will recognise the commitment of student council members by giving them special certificates. Presidents and Vice-Presidents of the council will get extra certificates for their work. The college’s Board of Governance will also issue a budget for Student

Council activities, so that all worthy initiatives could be followed through.Members of the Council will be re-elected every 3 or 4 months, with students nominating the candidates – so if you’d like to be your class representative it’s high time to start preparing your election campaign!

SEDA ELEcTS STUDENT cOUNcIL

The 11 Student Council members who will represent all SEDA College students starting from this month.

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536 people watched the clip on SEDA’s YouTube channel last month, bringing the total number of views to 4825. An estimated 1733 minutes

of the video were watched in January. The short film – made specifically for foreign students who are about

to come to Dublin – provides an overview of typical expenses that newcomers can expect here. It breaks those expenses down by type: accommodation, food, utilities and fun. So if you’d like to know how much an average student spends in Dublin check out the 5-minute video on SEDA’s YouTube channel mySeda!

The fire, ambulance and police services in Ireland and Northern Ireland are all contactable via the above numbers.

If you are feeling sick or need medication you should visit a GP (General practitioner) or go to a pharmacy. GPs normally charge €50-60 for a visit and are widely available. You can find one near you at www.icgp.ie. (or contact Jervis Medical Centre (www.jervismedical.ie) in Jervis St on (01) 873 59 59).

There are many dental care centres and clinics around Dublin (like Smiles in O’Connell St: www.smiles.ie, 1850 323 323). Prices range from about €40 for a routine check-up and can reach €400 and above for more sophisticated work like root canal treatment.

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FEBRUARY cALENDAR

On January 24 a group of SEDA students gave up their weekend for a very worthy cause: helping the parents of sick children stay together with their kids. In Ireland, sick children from around the country are brought to Temple Street

Children’s Hospital in Dublin, however if the kids’ parents are not from the capital it is difficult for the family to stay together. Fortunately, the hospital has special houses for parents of its young patients, and SEDA students helped renovate one such house –

located on Belvedere Place, very close to the Hospital. The students went along with a local volunteering organisation – Serve the City Dublin – to paint the house and do other essential work to prepare it for the families of sick children who will

A group of SEDA students spent the last weekend of January in the ski resort of Zakopane in Poland. Students flew into Krakow from Dublin and then headed to “the winter capital of Poland”, as Zakopane is sometimes called. In an action-packed weekend, the students – many of whom came from South America and saw snow for the first time in their lives – learned to ski and snowboard. The group also did some walking in the region’s Tatra mountains, visiting Morskie Oko – a famous lake up in the mountains. The students had lots of fun, so don’t miss SEDA’s next trip – to Morocco on March 18!

SEDA’s best students were recognised at a special ceremony last month. Director of Studies Carol Cregg praised the students’ hard work and awarded them with special certificates. The students were chosen based on their test results, attendance rate and project work. After the awards ceremony the college’s student support team took the winners out for a free lunch in Taste of Brazil restaurant, just down the road from the college. SEDA News would like to congratulate all our students and wish them lots of success in the semester ahead!

be staying there. SEDA students also baked cupcakes and presented them to parents and staff of the Temple Street Hospital!SEDA College has been a partner of Serve the City Dublin – one of the city’s volunteering organisations – since 2013, and there are monthly volunteering activities you can sign up for at SEDA’s reception. Volunteering allows students to make a real difference to somebody’s life. It is also great for connecting with the community and improving your English.

SEDA’s volunteers help sick children and their families

Best students get certificates and a free lunch

How muCH DoES IT CoST To LIVE In DuBLIn?

At morskie oko in Poland’s Tatra mountains

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Ireland continues to attract high numbers of non-EEA national students to study at degree level and for English language training. According to a government report on key immigration figures for 2014, in the period from January to end of November 2014 almost 49,500 people were given permission to

Ryanair passengers will soon be able to watch movies and television shows on their mobile devices during flights. The airline said it is planning to trial an onboard streaming service this summer. Ryanair will also start trialling a WiFi service later this year, as it tries to boost its credentials with business passengers.The airline said the onboard movie and TV show service will probably

It’s cold outside and if you feel unwell your first port of call is the local GP or General Practitioner. A GP is a doctor who provides health services to people in his or her surgery or in the patient’s home. If you do not have a Medical Card or a GP Visit Card you will have to pay for the service. There are no set fees in Ireland for GP services so if you wish to check costs, contact the surgery directly. But most GPs charge about €50-€60 per visit. However, with some private medical insurance policies, you may see a GP for free so check the terms and conditions on your policy.A GP can examine you and give a medical diagnosis based on your

If you are feeling only slightly unwell you can try and get help in a pharmacy. A pharmacist can advise you what medicine to use. He/she can also sell it to you if that medicine is available without prescription. Simple medicines like anti-cough tablets or nasal spray are sold without prescription. But in order to buy more serious drugs like Paracetamol you will have to get a prescription from a GP. There are many pharmacies around Henry Street, just 2 minutes’ walk from SEDA.

If you need dental care you can book an appointment at one of the many dental care centres and clinics around Dublin. Prices range from about €40 for a routine check-up and can reach €400 and above for more sophisticated work like root canal treatment. Smiles (www.smiles.ie) in o’Connell Street is one of the clinics and can be reached on 1850 323 323.

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reside in Ireland as students. This compares with 45,800 for the same period in 2013. The total number of new applications for visas, residence and citizenship received by the Irish Naturalisation and Immigration Service (INIS) reached record levels in 2014. Provisional figures show that at the end of 2014 there were approximately 95,000 non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals with permission

be free to passengers, and will be paid for by advertising. However, passengers will need to use their own devices to watch the films or television shows, and Ryanair won’t be installing seat-back screens on its aircraft.The streaming service will just provide TV and movie content, and won’t enable passengers to surf

symptoms. He or she can also give you a prescription for a medicine that you need. If your condition is serious or you need further medical attention a GP can refer you to a specialist doctor (a consultant) who works in a hospital. With a GP referral a visit to a public hospital is normally free, but the downside is you sometimes have to wait for a long time (months quite often) until the consultant can see you because of the long queues in Ireland’s public healthcare system. You can also visit a consultant privately – by going to a private clinic – but that can be costly (up to 300 euro and more depending on

The referendum on same-sex marriage will take place in May, possibly the first week of the month. The Irish people will be asked to decide whether the following new wording should be added to the Constitution:‘Marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex.’Polls suggest that most Irish people support the amendment as 77%

said they will be voting for allowing same-sex marriage. However, 46% of those people had “some reservations” about it.A referendum on lowering the age at which a citizen can run for president from 35 to 21 is also set be held on the same day as the same-sex marriage vote, along with the by-election in Carlow-Kilkenny.

to remain in the State. This figure stood at 107,000 at the end of 2013.The current top six registered nationalities – which account for over 50% of all people registered – are Brazil (12% or around 11400 people), India (11%), China (9%), USA (7%), Nigeria (6%), and the Philippines (5%). The majority of people with permission to remain in Ireland are here for work or study purposes.

the web. The streaming service is likely to be trialled on a few holiday routes during the summer. If it is well received by customers, it could be rolled out across Ryanair’s fleet of more than 300 aircraft.

the specialist). However, if you have private medical insurance you may get a discount at a private clinic, so make sure to check your policy. If you need a GP close to SEDA College you can visit the Jervis Medical Centre (www.jervismedical.ie) or call them to book an appointment on (01) 873 59 59.Some of the best known private clinics in Dublin are the Mater Private (some 15 minutes’ walk from SEDA) and the Beacon clinic in Sandyford.

50 000 non-EU students came to Ireland last year

Ryanair to stream TV and films on flights

Same-sex marriage referendum coming in May

Visiting the doctor and the dentist

TRANSFORM YOUR WORLD!

GET TO KNOW MAGIc TALEGOING TO A GP

VISITING A PhARMAcY LOOKING AFTER YOUR TEETh

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Javier, where are you from and what did you do before coming to Ireland?My name is Javier Pedroza, I’m from Venezuela and I’m 25 years old. I worked as an Environment Engineer and I also used to work as a model in Venezuela. Modelling opened the doors to acting for me. I made several adverts, some shorts films. I also worked as a presenter for a TV show and did some theatre.

How long have you been in Ireland?I’ve been here for nearly a year. I decided to move to Ireland because all my life I`d dreamed to learn a new language and study abroad. I

Does Javier’s face look familiar to you? You may have seen this cheerful Venezuelan student at SEDA, but he also makes regular appearances on Irish TV screens. Javier has had multiple small roles on Fair City – Ireland’s longest running and best-loved soap opera.

All SEDA long-term students can apply for an internship free of charge – just send your CV to internship@seda.ie. more info on www.sedacollege.com

Gilberto Santos found the job of his dreams after an internship organised for him by SEDA College. He now teaches others how to be successful in job interviews.

Fair City is an Irish television soap opera shown on RTÉ one. Produced by the national broadcaster RTÉ, it was first shown on RTE One in September 1989. It is the most popular Irish soap opera, as well as the longest running. Plots centre on the domestic and professional lives of the residents of Carrigstown, a fictional suburb on the north side of Dublin. The show is now broadcast year round on RTE One in four episodes per week. Fair City is the most watched drama in Ireland as around 500 000 people tune in to watch the show daily.

did some research and discovered Ireland – it seemed perfect and it really is a perfect place!

How did you find your acting job on RTE? what shows have you appeared in? I worked in a lot of jobs when I arrived in Dublin, and I started to get to know people involved in the theatre world. This is how I registered with an acting agency in Dublin and this is how I’ve been able to find acting jobs. I usually work as an extra actor in Fair City every week. The roles change all the time. Sometimes I play the waiter in a café, sometimes I’m a barman in a pub, and at other times I just have to exchange a few lines with the main actors… Working as an actor in Ireland is very challenging for me because I have

Brazilian student Gilberto Santos completed an internship in IT after applying for SEDA’s internship programme, and later found a Software Engineer job in Dublin. Last month he led a free seminar on finding work in Dublin, which took

how to find your dream job in Ireland

FROM VENEzUELA TO… FAIR cITY!

to think in another language. I think theatre is the most difficult. I was involved in a small play here and in the beginning it was pretty hard… But it’s an amazing experience!

what’s your typical work day at RTE like? I usually start early in the morning. I go to the dressing rooms and just wait until they start shooting my scenes. Sometimes it may take a long time... It’s a little bit boring, but I read or eat something in the meantime.

Do you get to meet any celebrities?Yes, I do, all the time. So far I’ve worked in two movies, and I usually talk with all the actors. I don’t know some of their names, but all the Irish actors that I’ve met so far have been really nice to me. I was even involved

place at SEDA.Gilberto Pereira dos Santos Junior is a software engineer with expertise in Java and Android. He is also a teacher, writer and speaker who used to give many presentations and talks about these technologies. Gilberto came to Ireland

10 months ago looking for new challenges to improve his professional career. He found there were plenty of opportunities in the IT sector and applied to take part in SEDA’s internship programme. The student soon got a placement in a

in a U2 video that was shot in Dublin some months ago, and I got to speak with the guitarist for about 3 minutes!

Your English has improved a lot since you came to Dublin. Do you have any advice for other students – how can they learn the language fast?I think the best way to improve English is to keep studying and talking with as many people as you can. Never translate English into your own language – try to try to think in English. And if you start having dreams in English that’s a good sign!

Dublin IT company called Suntico – he completed the internship several months ago. “Since I arrived here, all my focus was on learning English,” Gilberto told SEDA News. “So I started looking at my teachers in SEDA as partners. They’re very friendly and helped me to write a successful CV in English. I reviewed it with them many times, and after that I started looking for a job on various web sites and at job fairs like Career Zoo – this is where I finally got the job”. Today Gilberto works as a Software Engineer in Liberty Insurance – a multinational insurance company

And what are your top tips for finding a job in Ireland?Be persistent and never give up! When I started looking for a job here it was hard, but I never gave up. Make a good CV and add a little picture of you at the top – I think it’s important!

based on the South side of Dublin. The student is very happy with his current job and he is also willing to share his experience to help other reach their dreams. His top tip: first of all, create a killer CV. “Discuss it with your English teacher and maybe ask for some help,” Gilberto said. “Also go to free CV classes at SEDA and visit career-related meet-ups such as my own seminar “How to be successful in a job interview!”His first seminar took place at SEDA last month and was attended by some 50 students.Going to your first job interview in

a foreign country may be a nerve-wracking experience, but Gilberto had this bit of advice for those doing it: “Firstly, research the company and the role. Then sell yourself giving lots of examples of what you did in your previous job. Be confident, show them that you’re perfect for this position and that you have enough experience. Always ask for feedback and use this feedback to improve yourself… Work hard, have fun and make your own history!”Check out SEDA’s events calendar for dates of the next CV class and career meet ups.

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Gigs & Shows

hAPPY SAINT VALENTINE’S DAY

St Valentine is buried in a Dublin church

Leap Year

February 14 is St Valentine’s Day – the day of all lovers. Here are some things you need to know when celebrating this holiday in Ireland.

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Father Ray KellyThe Coronas

Tommy Fleming

The Kooks27 February @ The Academy,

Abbey Street, Dublin 1London electronic music duo famous

for their dance floor tracks and remixes will headline a show in Dublin

this month. Tickets: €18.35

19 February @ The Olympia Theatre

One of Ireland’s “singing priests” Father Ray Kelly

will perform a show at the Olympia. Tickets: €30.

Christy moore17 February @ Vicar Street venue, Thomas St, Dublin 8

Irish singer and songwriter will play a show at the Vicar Street

venue. Tickets: from €45.

21 February @ 3 ArenaOne of the most famous rock bands to come out of Ireland in recent years

will headline a show at the 3 Arena. Tickets: €39.

1 March @ Bord Gais Energy Theatre, Grand Canal Square, Dublin 4.Irish singer, renowned

for his unique voice, will perform a show in Dublin this month. Tickets: from

€30.

27 February @ Olympia TheatreBritish rock band are coming to Dublin in support of their latest

record. Tickets: €33.50

Single guys beware! In Ireland your girlfriend (or pretty much any lady) can make you a marriage proposal. But according to local tradition, she can only ask for your hand on a certain day – 29 February, which occurs once in every four years (a year containing one additional day is called a leap year in English). There is even a Hollywood film about Irish tradition, and it’s called Leap Year. The next leap year is 2016 – you’ve been warned.

Believe it or not, but the mortal remains of St Valentine – the patron saint of all lovers – are held in the

Carmelite Church in Dublin’s Whitefriar Street (Dublin 2). Every February 14 the church gets plenty of visitors – mostly couples wishing to receive St Valentine’s blessing or just take a photo in front of the saint’s tomb. So how did his body end up in Dublin?

The legend goes that Valentine was a priest who lived in Rome at the time of Emperor Claudius II. The emperor

thought that single men made the best warriors so he forbid his soldiers to marry, but Valentine had a different idea – and he continued to marry soldiers in spite of the emperor’s orders. When his superiors found out Valentine was thrown in jail, tortured and executed. He later became a patron saint of lovers. But in 1835 an Irish Carmelite priest Father John Spratt visited Rome. According to the legend, he was such a good preacher that Pope Gregory XVI decided to make Fr Spratt’s Church a gift of St Valentine’s body. So the remains of Valentine were dug

up from the Roman Cemetery of St Hippolitus and transferred to Dublin’s Whitefriar Street Church in 1836.

St Valentine’s shrine in the Carmelite monastery in Dublin

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28 South Anne Street, Dublin 2+353 (0)1 679 4409lacave@iol.iewww.lacavedublin.ie

Located just off Grafton Street, this cosy French restaurant is also a wine bar and serves over 36 wines by the glass (and about 300 by the bottle!). So if you know your wines and want to impress your lady (or just get her more than a little tipsy) this is the place to be. The food menu is also impressive with both French and Irish specialties. The prices are not too high, with pre-theatre menu available for just 17.50 euro per person (St Valentine’s Day menu was not advertised at the time of writing). But La Cave’s best bit is its atmosphere – very romantic!

The Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring which is made in the shape of two hands holding a crowned heart. The hands represent friendship, the

45 William St S, Dublin, Co. Dublin(01) 617 0777www.dadarestaurant.ie

If you fancy a romantic getaway into the world of Arabian Nights try Dada – Dublin’s authentic Moroccan restaurant. The atmosphere is great – you will feel yourself in Marrakesh. The restaurant offers authentic – and lovely – Moroccan dishes and teas. You can also smoke hookah and even do a belly dance class with an experienced instructor before your dinner to work up some appetite. Dishes reflect the flavours of the Andalusian and North African cuisine: you will taste spices like cumin, coriander, saffron, chillies, dried ginger, cinnamon, and paprika. The prices are not too high, but the restaurant isn’t cheap either – you can expect to pay about 25 euro per person for an early bird dinner. Dada’s St Valentine’s Day menu was not available at the time of writing.

Grand Canal, Mespil Road, Dublin 2+353 (0) 87 7900077info@lapeniche.iewww.lapeniche.ie

The address above may seem strange, but it makes sense because La Peniche is actually on a boat, or, to be more precise, a barge. The barge, called Riasc, is docked near Mespil road, but on most evenings (whenever the restaurant has more than 10 customers) it takes off and cruises up and down Dublin’s Grand Canal. A two course dinner is available for 24.50 euro per person, but and on top of that you have to pay a 5 euro “cruise charge” for the services of a skipper and lockkeeper. A bit pricey for a student budget, but well worth it for the experience!

The Mansion House, Dawson Street, Dublin 2+ 353 (0) 1 6767200fire@mansionhouse.iewww.mansionhouse.ie

Located in a building adjacent to Mansion House – the house where Dublin’s Lord Mayor lives, Fire is one of the city’s best known restaurants. With a capacity of 200 people it’s also one of the biggest. Fire is famous for its open kitchen: while you wait for your dinner you can see your food being prepared in a big wood-fired oven. The restaurant is huge and offers privacy and intimacy to couples, while its food has been voted the best in Dublin many times. Fire is not cheap, however: an early bird two course dinner will cost 26 euro, and you must expect to pay a lot more if you go for a meal after 7 pm.

Meeting house Square, Temple Bar, Dublin 2+353 (0)1 6714597ilbaccarodublin@gmail.comwww.ilbaccarodublin.com

Il Baccaro is a well-known Italian restaurant located on Meeting House Square in the heart of Temple Bar. It looks like a wine cellar from the inside and this gives the restaurant an intimate feel and romantic atmosphere. Il Baccaro offers the finest in Italian foods, including pastas, pizzas and meat dishes. Prices are middle range with a pre-theatre menu available for just 18 euro per person (Sunday to Thursday until 7 pm). Valentine’s Day menu was not advertised at the time of writing.

DUBLIN’S TOP 5 ROMANTIc RESTAURANTS

What are claddagh ringsand how do you wear them?

wondering where to take your sweetheart on St Valentine’s Day? SEDA news has selected five restaurants in Dublin city centre which are great for a romantic dinner. However, students should note that these places aren’t cheap, especially not on February 14 when every meal in Dublin nearly doubles in price. St Valentine’s is also one of the busiest days for any restaurant, so book your table in advance!

You have probably seen these rings around Dublin and may even get one as a Valentine’s Day present! But what’s so special about these rings and how are you supposed to wear them? SEDA news explains.

LA cAVE DADALA PENIchE FIRE IL BAccARO

heart represent love and the crown – loyalty.

The ring is named after the fishing village of Claddagh near Galway and was first produced around the 17th century. According to legend, the ring was designed by an Irish silversmith called Richard Joyce who was captured by pirates. The legend goes that while in captivity Joyce collected

little flecks of gold each day. He believed that he would return to his true love one day so he made her a ring of two hands holding a crowned heart. Many years went by and finally Joyce managed to escape.

When he returned to Ireland he found out that his true love never married and waited for him. They were wed immediately, and the ring he gave her

was the one he made while he was a slave.The way a Claddagh ring is worn on the hand is usually intended to convey the wearer’s relationship status. If the ring is worn:

• On the right hand with the point of the heart toward the fingertips, the wearer is single and may be looking for love.

• On the right hand with the point of the heart toward the wrist, the wearer is in a relationship.

• On the left hand with the point of the heart toward the fingertips, the wearer is engaged.

• On the left hand with the point of the heart toward the wrist, the wearer is married.

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Ana tell me a little bit about yourself.

I’m a Brazilian journalist and I worked as editor of a local newspaper in Indaiatuba, countryside of Sao Paulo, for almost 4 years when I decided to leave everything and finally get to know another culture. I was 25 years old at the time.

was that when you moved to Ireland?

Yes, I came to Ireland to improve my

A journey to Ana’s Magic Forest

What is Magic Tale?

Ana Carolina Lahr is a busy student. She manages to combine classes at SEDA with part-time work and creating her own unique brand of art. Ana crafts exquisite handmade jewellery and clothes, and she is slowly turning this hobby into a successful business – a brand called magic Tale. Her idea is to transform our everyday existence into a trip to an enchanted forest, she tells SEDA news.

When she started experimenting with crafts Ana’s first creations were pictures of animals, so she decided to call her work the Magic Forest. The name brought to mind concepts of Shamanism, ancient knowledge hidden in both Brazilian and Irish cultures, and the purity of animals, the artist says. However, when Ana started building her website she discovered that there was another studio called Magic Forest, so she settled on a slightly different name – Magic Tale.

“The new name expanded the scenario, but I still locate this tale in the forest. I believe this is the place where you can connect to yourself,” she says.

“Thinking about it, the biggest magic of this Tale is the power of transformation. That’s why I came up with the slogan “Transform your world”. To me this means so many things: transform your mind, transform your attitude, transform your place, recycle…”

“The concept is also kept in the production: a regular T-Shirt can be turned into a Top, a zipper can also become an earring. That is a Magic Tale.”

English, but in truth, I felt it was my last opportunity to realise the dream of living abroad before getting settled. My initial idea was to spend a year here and come back. I had never imagined myself far from my family for more than that… but I’ve been here for 3 years now!

when did magic Tale begin?

The Magic Tale project, as I call my craft work, started after my

first year in Dublin. I have always enjoyed handcrafts, drawing and painting. With a bit of natural talent, lots of internet research and patience I developed my own technique, which includes tie-dye and a kind of aquarelle fabric painting.

I’m very interested in fashion and I also completed a postgraduate course in Fashion Image. Nevertheless I had never imagined that my love for creation and crafts would become a business! But suddenly it was coming true, and this helped me find a new meaning in life.

Is it difficult to be an artist and a student at the same time? In a foreign country? I can’t say it’s easy. First, we students need to survive here, pay the bills,

and not everyone is lucky enough to be able to do that as an artist. It’s obviously not my case yet. So basically, I’m a waitress, student and, in my free time, artist! It’s difficult to find the energy to create when you have so many other things to worry about.

The space is another hurdle because as a student I share a house with other people and it’s not always easy to live together in an artist’s mess!

How can people get in touch with you and buy your crafts?

Selling was never the main purpose of my crafts. It was a hobby first of all and I would create things according to my own concepts, which isn’t a good start for a business as you always need to find your audience to

succeed…

But later I found Music Festivals to be a nice environment to advertise and connect with people with similar tastes. In Brazil, I had stalls at some big Trance Festivals, such as Soul Vision and Shivaneris, both in Sao Paulo.

In Ireland, because of my other priorities, I haven’t been able to participate in festivals, but I often sell and exhibit my work at Craft Markets, like the Sunday market at the Co-op on Newmarket square in Dublin 8. So come see me there! I also have a website: www.magictalecollection.com and you’re very welcome to contact me on Facebook too!

magic Tale at one of Dublin’s crafts markets

Ana Carolina and her arts

Get in touch with AnaYou can connect with Ana on her website (www.magictalecollection.com), Facebook page (www.facebook.com/magictale) and on her online store (www.etsy.com/ie/shop/MagicTaleCollection). Pictures of her recent work are available, and visitors are also very welcome to give her ideas for new crafts.

Ana’s handcrafted T-shirts typically cost from around 30 euro. Every T-shirt is hand-made, original and exclusive.

Every one of Ana’s T-shirts is original and exclusiveThis earring is a piece of art

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See if you can find all the 44 words hidden in this puzzle. They all relate to St Valentine’s Day and can be written horizontally, vertically, diagonally and/or backwards.

1) At a recent mountain bike race, four entrants entered the event.- Alan came first.- The entrant wearing number 2 wore red, whereas John didn’t wear yellow.- The loser wore blue and Steve wore number 1.- Kev beat Steve and the person who came second wore number 3.- The entrant in yellow beat the entrant in green.- Only one of the entrants wore the same number as their final position.

Can you determine who finished where, the number and colour they wore?

Your answer: __________________________________________________

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2) You give someone a euro. You are this person’s brother, but the person is not your brother. How can that be?

Your answer: _________________________________________

Test your logic to solve these two puzzles!

Answers to detective mysteries:

1. Bill. If you read the message upside down, you’ll notice that the numbers resemble letters and that those letters form legible sentences. The message is “Bill is boss. He sells oil.”

2. April killed Shauna because there is no mail delivery on Sundays.

Send your answers to news@seda.ie (or cut the page out and leave it at SEDA’s reception) – if you get it right you may win a prize! The correct answers and the winner will be announced in the next edition of SEDA news.

Logic Puzzles

Solutions (January)

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