The Tailor and the Crow: An Old Rhyme with New Drawings

A lively, tongue‑twisting verse lifts listeners into a countryside scene where a clever crow perches on an oak while a diligent tailor fashions a cloak. The tailor’s attempts to fend off the bird lead to a comic series of missed shots, an accidental tumble that lands his own sow in trouble, and a sudden call for brandy to soothe the chaos. The rhythm swells with playful refrains—“Fol de riddle, lol de riddle, hi‑ding do”—making each stanza feel like a sing‑along game.

Bright, new illustrations accompany the rhyme, turning the quirky mishaps into vivid snapshots that spark the imagination. The drawings capture the bustling workshop, the sleek crow, and the bewildered sow with a charm that balances the lively language. Listeners of all ages will enjoy the blend of whimsical storytelling and melodic phrasing, discovering how a simple old rhyme can feel fresh and entertaining when paired with modern artwork.