Arts & Crafts
I am , I must admit, far happier with pencil and paper than a stylus,partly because I like to have a point to my implement! However, I am determined to master this new medium, so bear with me!A Henry VIII Jumping Jack
Henry VIII and the 1540 Armour
In his youth Henry led an active and vigorous life, hunting, riding and sword-fighting.
He had several sets of armour, made especially for him; this is one of them.
The jumping-jack is one of three I made, in paper kit form, when I was a volunteer at the Tower of London.
There is an excellent Education Department there,and during the week classes of children visit to study.
I made costume doll-kits and story-boards too.
Why not try to make this for yourself?
You should be able to stretch the images and follow the instructions.
I really enjoy drawing in black ink (perhaps you can tell!).
You will need a piece of firm white card, stick glue, sharp scissors and split-pin paper-fasteners.
The jumping jack works well. If you strengthen the stick it will last longer.
On the cover page of the booklet I drew Henry VIII standing in front of the Tower of London(right) and All Hallows Barking Church(left). At the time I was a regular attender.
I drew the church as it was in Tudor times. The distinctive tower can be seen on many old maps of the city.
The children enjoyed colouring the King's robes.
I hope you enjoy making this. There are more to come!
In his youth Henry led an active and vigorous life, hunting, riding and sword-fighting.
He had several sets of armour, made especially for him; this is one of them.
The jumping-jack is one of three I made, in paper kit form, when I was a volunteer at the Tower of London.
There is an excellent Education Department there,and during the week classes of children visit to study.
I made costume doll-kits and story-boards too.
Why not try to make this for yourself?
You should be able to stretch the images and follow the instructions.
I really enjoy drawing in black ink (perhaps you can tell!).
You will need a piece of firm white card, stick glue, sharp scissors and split-pin paper-fasteners.
The jumping jack works well. If you strengthen the stick it will last longer.
On the cover page of the booklet I drew Henry VIII standing in front of the Tower of London(right) and All Hallows Barking Church(left). At the time I was a regular attender.
I drew the church as it was in Tudor times. The distinctive tower can be seen on many old maps of the city.
The children enjoyed colouring the King's robes.
I hope you enjoy making this. There are more to come!