Paris bubbles… a touch of magic

I was forever making bubbles with washing up liquid…

I had no idea of the history of blowing bubbles…
It’s interesting…

Soap bubbles have been used as entertainment for at least 400 years, as evidenced by 17th-century Flemish paintings showing children blowing bubbles with clay pipes.

There’s a beautiful early painting of Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin, Soap Bubbles 1734

Chardin painted at least three versions of Soap Bubbles, the oldest known version of which is in the Met. Artist, Jean-Baptiste-Siméon Chardin. Year, c. 1733 ...

I just read retailers sell around 200 million bottles annually.

I shall keep my little bottle and keep it full & ready… you never know when you might need to share a little magic…

[Susan Wakely]

I love a bubble. Fascinating history. Who would have thought.

[Diana]

Fabulous capture and such an interesting read!

[Beryl Lloyd]

Every childhood dream is in blowing bubbles and keeps us young forever ! Lovely shot and interesting narrative.

[Joan Robillard]

Fascionating

[Lesley]

Fabulous shot and narrative

[Mags]

Lovely capture and activity!

[Christine Sztukowski]

Cool

[Carole Sandford]

They are fun for young & old alike.

[Phil Howcroft]

nice light , we have a house full of bubbles for our grandchildren

[Paula Fontanini]

Beautiful thought Beverley, keep your inner child alive & happy!! :)

[Kathy A]

I cant count the number of bubbles apparatus I have

[Kathy]

The newer dish soaps don't make bubbles like they once did. I like to blow bubbles.

[Ann H. LeFevre]

I don't think we ever grow out of enjoying soap bubbles!

[Dorothy]

Bubbles are truly magical!