One hundred and sixty seven years ago, Edgar Allan Poe published a poem about a talking raven and a student distraught over the loss of his love named Lenore. To this day it is one of the most popular poems ever written.
It's a spooky poem with a supernatural vibe, making it perfect for Halloween. I did a Raven (imagine the blackbird is a Raven) scene two years ago and decided to do it again this year. It's the only use I have for my antique black typewriter. :) I like to imagine that Edgar Allan stepped away from his typewriter while in the process of typing his poem--never to return. Over the years cobwebs have formed over the entire table.
Certain unfortunates have met their demise while attempting to loot the uninhabited home.
A ghost or two now hang around the old place.
A boo bunting -- just because...
It's a fun vignette to create. Here is the full tabletop:
The bunting brings out the orange in the oil painting above the table:
I bet Edgar Allan would be quite amused to find that people in 2012 are using his poem as inspiration to decorate their homes.
Let the Basting Begin!
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I am using my dining room table to baste this big one -- it's about 105 x
105 inches (king size).
It's been a while since I've finished one this big.
3 years ago
That is very cool Zoey. You have a great imagination.
ReplyDeleteCher Sunray Gardens
you are very creative Zoey...I'm sure he would be proud..
ReplyDeleteLooks spooktacular!
ReplyDeleteI need to change my decor,though I am willing my back is complaining.
Edgar was always one of my favorites. He was quite spooky himself! Great decor for Halloween.
ReplyDeleteEileen
Very clever! I love the old typewriter.
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