In England we mark this day with bonfires and fireworks, although as the years have gone by it is less and less observed. The reason we are called to remember the 5th November is that on this day in 1605 Guy Fawkes was caught in the cellars of the Houses of Parliament, London with several dozen barrels of gunpowder. Guy Fawkes was subsequently tried as a traitor with his co-conspirators for plotting against the government . Which is the reason why a 'Guy' is made by stuffing newspaper into some old clothes to look like a man and then it is put on the top of the bonfire. Remember, remember, the 5th of November The Gunpowder Treason and plot; I see of no reason why Gunpowder Treason Should ever be forgot. So if you have stopped reading this blog by now you will not have realised that I am holding a 'giveaway' to mark this my 300th blog post, a day to remember for me and possibly you! This is what you will win when you comment giving one thing that you will remember...
That scarecrow is scary! You must finish your challenge, because I'm saving every one of your pictures, and there are some in that book I don't understand either!
ReplyDeleteNeed the encouragement Maureen, have called on Jane to help work out how to do one.
DeleteFabulous snowflake!!! :)
ReplyDeleteWow, Sally. You are moving right along with the Challenge--beads, too!
ReplyDeleteThere's a year long tat-along on Craftree - tatting 2 snowflakes from this very book. You might find plenty of answers there as well. Enjoying your snowflake journey so far ...
ReplyDeleteThanks could do with some extra help
DeleteI'm sure Jane will help, and a challenge should be challenging, don't you think? Love that winning scarecrow and it's very appropriate in this anniversary year
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