For the insert for the Modern Storybook Script envelope exchange, I included a weathergram. A weathergram is a small work of art done on a 10" x 2 1/2" strip of Kraft paper or paper bag. It's meant to be hung outside from a solstice to equinox or equinox to solstice. It's meant to weather, become one with nature, and ephemeral. Weathergrams were introduced to the US by Oregon calligrapher, Lloyd Reynolds back in the late 1970's. They are based on an Oriental tradition.
"Autumn is a second Spring when every leaf is a flower" - Camus
I wish Autumn was a second Summer.
Lovely quote, and I know you love your warmth! Valerie
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DeleteI've seen these but knew nothing about them. It's a good idea. This is a nice way to start fall too. Happy autumn to you. I hope it's not going to get too cold tomorrow in Sutton. hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteI have my sweatshirt, sweatpants, thick socks, and wool slippers at the ready
DeleteHow interesting about the weathergram.. I wish there were 4 Autumns... even a Granddaughter named Autumn...lol Hugs! deb
ReplyDeleteThat's such a pretty name for a girl
DeleteIt is dark and rainy here today in good ole Berk County, PA.
ReplyDeleteBlessed Mabon and Happy Autumn!
We had a few thunderstorms with lots of lightning and heavy rain roll through this morning. Another set of thunderstorms for this afternoon.
DeleteInteresting project!
ReplyDeletePlease share the process over the days/weeks :-)
Are your leaves already in color?!
Everything green here.
If I could vote or my wish came true years were: Spring, Summer, Summer, Summer with a Christmas break for kids!
The leaves are just starting to turn. Not sure what things will look like because of a severe drought a lot of the trees are stressed and many leaves just turned brown and died.
DeleteAnd I LOVE the poem, too!!!
ReplyDeleteIt was the perfect quote. Blessed Mabon and Happy Autumn to you, too. 🍂🎃
DeleteI hear ya'....sorry to see summer go. But it's a bit different down here. Looking forward to being able to open the windows/sliders soon!
ReplyDeleteIt should cool off down South and stay warm up North
DeleteThis is fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Anne. Fun to make
DeleteSummer was so hot this year, I am looking forward to enjoying the cooler months of Autumn.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
I could enjoy hot Summer weather all year long especially the Winter
DeleteI think I need to make a weathergram. That is a very clever idea. I somehow doubt mine would ever be considered a work of art, though.
ReplyDeleteOf course it would be a work of art
DeleteI love the seasonal variety and the changing seasons.
ReplyDeleteI could spend all my time in Summer and do without the changing seasons
DeleteSuch beautiful calligraphy and the quote is perfect for this time of year - Happy Fall! Hugs Jo x
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