But is it art????
This afternoon , like the crazy bitch I am, I left the TCA AGM to learn to make willow lanterns over at the Still House.
I loved it . A few hours of being mindful under the quiet instruction of Ma Manley was just what I needed even though my lantern resembled a over ripened pumpkin which had been hit by a land rover .
Laurie,aka Pa Manley put on some gentle harp music on as we beavered away in their dark moody and very historic living room. The oldest house in the village .
My Fat fingers are not blessings when bending willow is concerned but I really enjoyed the afternoon , one which we are going to put out to the village one night at the hall…..
DESIGN AND MAKE YOUR OWN LANTERN
All good clean fun.
Well, it's obvious you're both getting a laugh from it, so that's the important thing. :)
ReplyDeleteLol slightly patronising but I’ll take it xx
DeleteOf course it's art! However, I am more intrigued by that ghost in the doorway.
ReplyDeleteOmg yes it does look like some peeping around the window
DeleteSorry I forgot to add my name- Jackie
DeleteTutorial on the blog, perhaps?
ReplyDeleteCeci
I will ask Ma
DeleteI can see that as a pre Halloween party event. It looks like fun.
ReplyDeleteThe lanterns we are using for the Christmas fair
DeleteI like your lantern. It's different I grant you. But it is peronalised.
ReplyDeleteAs kind as kind could be
DeleteWhat does it matter if others like or dislike it? Art is subjective. I can see loads of takers for the competition. Being creative is so therapeutic and it looks like you both had a good time. xx
ReplyDeleteExactly
Delete"...my lantern resembled a over ripened pumpkin which had been hit by a land rover ." That bit made me laugh out loud and startle the cat.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely weekend!
You too xx
DeleteThe Landrover comment made me laugh too. Love your colour choices :)
ReplyDeleteMy second one will be more demure
DeleteThat will be a fun event at the Hall. There is always charm in the homemade.
ReplyDeleteWe are going to ask the kids in school to make their own in school, unless they want to join the adults and make them in the hall
DeleteWhat a wonderful idea you had presenting the village with this contest, John. Those who might be hesitant will see yours and think, "Hey-ho, I think I can do that!" And it's going to be beautiful. Love from Gail in California.
ReplyDeleteIn other words John’s lamp is crap , we know YOU can do better lol
DeleteIt's always good to learn a new skill, especially if your have willow growing near-by. You may soon be on the bee skips!
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Watch this space babs
DeleteThat sounds like a good idea for the village hall activity list. I would sign up for that!
ReplyDeleteLol I already have got 4 takers
DeleteLike others here I am still chuckling over your description of your lantern........
ReplyDeleteIt was shite, so the description was somewhat apt
DeleteArt is how you feel when making it, not how others see it! I love that you are willing to try different things.
ReplyDeleteTry everthing except necrophilia and incest ….didnt Oscar Wilde say that?
DeleteNo it wasn't Oscar Wilde!
DeleteSir Thomas Beecham said "you should try everything except folk dancing and incest"
Thank you for the correction
DeleteIt's a great way to spend time.
ReplyDeleteThis sort of thing has never been on my radar before, but I had a lovely relaxing and mindful afternoon
DeleteGood fun. Is that Roger on the front of the squashed pumpkin? Gigi
ReplyDeleteI was being abstract
DeleteBe creative, express yourself, and enjoy the time around others.
ReplyDeleteMa Manley has a gentle nature and a voice you would expect from a mother superior
DeleteNot crazy, bitch... I mean not a crazy bitch. I love it. And yes, it does look like a pumpkin, but what fun! Do you light it using a candle which then sets the entire thing on fire? I would love to learn how to do that (the willow part, I mean, not the fire).
ReplyDeleteMa Manley soaks the willow strips for four days in water before they can be bent my first attempt was terrible but my second will be much better as I just got the hang of twisting of the wood.
DeleteThe candles are battery operated
Crazy bitch? As in mad dog? You're a MALE human, why do you describe yourself as a bitch?
ReplyDeleteOh do fuck off
DeleteLike I said one crazy bitch
ReplyDeleteA lovely couple to work with..I remember their house in Garn Dolbenmaen..not surprised that they have the oldest house in the village!
ReplyDeleteI am so looking forward to meeting you all sometime!
My pleasure xxx love to meet u
DeleteI think people will enjoy that, John!
ReplyDeleteWe have 6 on the list
DeleteLanterns and outside lighting is very popular. I think creating lanterns is a good idea. Pa Manley's lantern looks very carefully crafted with a specific pattern. You went for abstract, wild and free. I like your color choice. Were you inspired by G&T?
ReplyDeleteYep, way harder than it looks, I would hazard.
ReplyDeleteYikes! Er, I mean, I think it's beautiful John. In its own way.
ReplyDeleteIt was shite x
DeleteI'm sure I'd enjoy that too. Quick results, and fun.
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