I recently discovered the poetry of Erin Hanson after coming across this inspirational quote on the internet and searching to find out who wrote it. I bought one of Erin’s books, The Poetic Underground Reverie, and just love her charming poems, which are emotive, relatable, and often hold a touch of whimsy. She has an amazing way with words and an incredibly deep and sensitive insight into human emotions.
I knew when I began this journal page that I wanted it to be bright and colourful, and for the wings to be made from pressed flowers.
I gathered together a selection of papers, paints, and inks in my chosen colour palette and began planning the page.
I added pieces of old lace, raffia, and washi tape, and typed the poem on my vintage style typewriter that Nick gave me for Christmas a couple of years ago. After spending so much time on the computer typing my novels, it is fun to use the typewriter for crafty things and to have my studio as a technology-free space where I can relax and unwind.
Lastly, I sorted through my stash of pressed flowers and chose some ferns and feverfew and dried heather buds for the wings, and to embellish the pages.
This page reminds me that it is okay to take chances and that you never know where that leap of faith might take you.
So lovely, you look like a tiny fairy π
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That’s so sweet! Thank you!
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i love it, and your typewriter β€ on my wish list.
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Thanks, Heather!
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I love the pressed flowers you incorporated into background, especially the wings. A delicate and very feminine page, Kristah. And I love the quote!
Kate
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Thanks, Kate!
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The art work is lovely, and delicate, Kristah, and your wings are cleverly done.
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Thank you, Jane!
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I love her poetry too, she has such a beautiful style and way of expressing life, one of my all time favourite poems that she wrote is “Not”, it takes me on an emotional rollercoaster everytime I read it …lol π. I love your page, the way you collaged all the elements together is amazing! You have captured the beauty and essence of the quote beautifully! I adore this quote and the words really resonate with me, it’s so true and is the perfect inspiration to give us all wings and allow us to fly. Thanks for sharing and wishing you a very happy week! J π x
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Thanks, Jo! I have just looked up her poem “Not” on the Internet. Such a beautiful poem…it really does make you think. Wishing you a happy week, too!
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Thanks so much! The poem is beautiful, isn’t it π. Have a great day! J π x
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Love that photo of you Chrissy Γ’ΒΒΊ
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Thanks, Erica!
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