Splish Splashin' in the Rain

SPLASH!!!

c.1912 Rain Drops Novelette 

vintage song sheet graphics

Ain't no little drip drip here...
        it's all splash,
                      Splash,
                           SPLASH!!

vintage French paper doll with raincoat and umbrella

thanks to origamibears!

Yep, we have enough rain now,

thank you God.

c.1907 'Brother Noah Gave out Checks for Rain'

vintage song sheet graphics courtesy of Indiana Music Libraries

I sure am glad that Noah went through the earth-covering drench and floods instead of me.

Still, some days here it seems like God is going for another flood.....

vintage paper doll with rain gear

But God keeps His promises.

He has set the rainbow in the sky to remind us

that He will never flood the entire earth again....

c.1922 'After The Rain Song'

I think I'll go outside and look for one today!!

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Just to make sure He hasn't changed His mind!!!

c.1919 'After the Shower'

Which is, of course, pure silliness.

God doesn't change His mind!

paper doll with raincoat

courtesy of bonecasadepapel.blogspot.com

paper doll with coat/raincoat

courtesy of bonecasadepapel.blogspot.com

I know that other places around the globe have received scads more rain than we have here in the Rocky Mountains and foothills, in the form of

hurricanes and floods and tornadoes

and all sorts of weather-nasties that bring

 bucket-loads of water.

c.1908 'Any Old Port in a Storm'

However,

whenever things happen to yourself 

or your friend down the street

it seems so much more immediate, more real

doesn't it?

vintage paper dolls with pink raincoat

My heart goes out to the many many people

that have lost their homes, and loved ones.

c.1907  'I Miss You like the Roses Miss the Rain'

vintage Lace On doll with raincoat, hat and boots

I thought today would be a good day
for
RAINCOATS AND UMBRELLAS!!!

vintage paper doll with raincoat and umbrella

Don't forget to add tabs!

vintage French paper doll with raincoat, hat and umbrella

"The sun'll come out

tomorrow!..."

...song clip from musical 'Annie'

c.1913

'It Takes a Little Rain with the Sunshine to Make the World Go Round'

vintage paper doll with raincoat and galoshes

courtesy origamibears

Well, that concludes my rain-filled blog of today!


"The older one gets the more one feels that the present must be enjoyed;
it is a precious gift.
Comparable to a state of grace."

-Marie Curie

c.1920 "Rain"

If you are stuck inside I hope my 
plethora* of paper dolls 
and vintage song sheet covers 
have inspired you to have some fun....
in spite of the rainy day!

*wonderful word! it means: lots and lots!

paper doll set by John Axe - personal use only please!


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"Autumn's Fair Maid"

original Collage Paper Painting by inkspired

using all recycled junk mail

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Ornaments to Give, Ornaments to Make

Welcome!

angel ornaments from valche, etsy

Today is going to be a simple blog, as the internet is acting up,

and I am getting ready to leave on a trip!

However, I thought you might like to make a few ornaments

for both yourself,

and to give.

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I mostly want to inspire you,

rather than give you detailed directions.

Check out the photos,

check out the etsy shops,

and then play!

glitter animal cut outs

I encourage you to support the etsy artists -

you will find wonderful bargains there!

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Holly ornament beaded covers, Bead & Button, 2010 I think.

not sure where I found this -
Here's a vintage graphic to get you started!

From the floral department:

www.blurredvisionary.etsy.com

again, not sure where, but what a beautiful, simple design!

creations with paper:

from an old Jack and Jill magazine - try using old greeting cards for the strips!

www.hearts4ever.etsy.com

(unknown) Use a glue pen and Fun Flocking on a clear ball. Inside each  swirl, glue a rhinestone, or use self stick jewels.

dried red and green peppers to use in cooking.

www.PyromancerDesigns.etsy

Why not try candied orange/lemon/lime peel?

www.ALihlBestCreations.etsy
customize this with your own colored paint stripes, and your own confetti!

Memories of a beach vacation...

www.SeasideImpressions.etsy

Use metallic Paint Pens to draw on your own designs.
For your tea lovers:

www.PyromancerDesigns.etsy.com
Filled with enough tea for one pot!

Well, that should be enough to inspire you to make at least a few simple ornaments to hang on your tree or to give away.  A handmade ornament and a plate of holiday cookies goes a long way in neighbor relations!

See you in a week!

I would LOVE if you sent me some photos of your own handmade creations!

I am particularly interested in how you celebrate a Christmas Around the World.

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notecards by inkspired

Collage Art Dolls

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