Nevermore

"Once upon a midnight dreary…"

When I was in the 7th grade, I had an awesome English teacher, Mrs. Jeanne Rowland. I don't think I was ever bored in her class. (insert gasp here) She brought literature to life and made it interesting! Although I enjoyed many aspects of her class, her poetry lessons were my favorite! She had us memorize and recite many poems. These included the classics like, "The Road Not Taken" by Robert Frost and "The Night Before Christmas" by Clement Clarke Moore. She even had us recite this silly little poem about a two-toed tree toad and a three-toed she-toad. Talk about a tongue twister! Ha!  

She introduced us to many great poets, but by far my favorite poet was Edgar Allan Poe. (I can still recite most of "Annabel Lee.") Mrs. Rowland really brought this poet to life by telling us about his strange life story and how his poetry was inspired by it.  This was the first time I was able to truly analyze poetry and see it as more than just words on a page. 

So…In honor of Mrs. Rowland, I have created Poe-inspired Halloween decor this year!

Quoth the Raven...

I think Mr. Poe would approve. Ha! 

I got the birds at Dollar Tree and the birdcage at Target. I  printed the "Nevermore" sign using a cool font. 

This was not a part of my original design, but I'm glad I added it!

I got the raven picture and apothecary jar in the $3 section at Target.  

I made this label! Read it carefully...

If you're going to create decor inspired by a writer, writing utensils are necessary! I made the ink bottle and quill pen using a black feather, small glass jar, and black paint. I think it looks pretty cool sitting on top of the old book. 

Another $3 Target find! 

Spooky… 

Happy Halloween!