It appears that this is how things may be for a while…slow to update…such is life these days. Time keeps ticking away and I’m finding less and less time to be creative. So many fall projects to tackle before its too late.
I’m scrounging for canning lids as I keep getting more green beans. What do you think of my carrots? LOL I had to pull them up because the squirrels were trying to do it for me.
I also have a couple other canning projects I’d like to try but I either need more regular lids or more wide mouth jars…neither of which I can find anywhere.
I did can some bloody Mary mix and somewhat appropriate sized containers. It is a homemade, never be able to reproduce since I didn’t measure anything, type of mix. Hopefully its not the best ever. (Please excuse the poor photography and chaotic pantry.)
School is going well. We all seem to be finding a rhythm…although I really should not have said that since I’m likely jinxing myself.
One crafty thing that I actually completed during the past week was this paper garland. Our resource room is tiny…white cinder block walls with 6 doors but no windows…I can’t even make that up. It was originally a storage space of band instruments almost half a century ago.
I really want to dress it up a bit without spending money since we certainly don’t have a budget. I’m hoping that between the 4 of us that current use the space throughout the day, we can make it a like happier. Brighter. A place the kids actually want to come for extra help without being distracted or over-stimulated.
Last week, (I think…it’s a blur) we had some really interesting sunrise and sunsets. A high veil of smoke gave the sky a sort of post-apocalyptic look.
I’ve been suffering with a sore hip or sciatica this past week. Its so frustrating! Hurts to do anything for any length of time. Whether its sitting, standing, walking or laying…it all hurts. I’m sure it came about from my abrupt change in activity when I returned to work. I’d been used to walking 2-3 miles most mornings then puttering around the house and garden. Being barefoot on soft surfaces. Nothing like life now. More sitting, hard floors, shoes, standing, leaning over. When I spell it all out like that, it makes complete sense but it doesn’t make the pain any less.
I did get out for a walk Sunday morning. The trees are so beautiful. There was a slight crisp in the air. I love this time of year. Jeans and hoodies…my perfect outfit.
I’ve made a few more masks as well. I decided when this is all over I’m going to cut apart all the masks I’ve made and make a COVID quilt.
I have done a bit of art journaling as well….this is a current WIP. Of course this was what I should have been doing…but since I cleaned up my space it just had to be done.
As many of you know my art space is in the laundry/utility room. My crafty chaos tends to overflow my actual space and I end up putting things on the washer and drier. 
But look…they are clean. Unfortunately there is a really lame reason for my sudden cleanup. The rubber gasket that keeps the water from leaking out the door of my front load washer ripped. Mr. G ordered a new gasket but the washing machine has to be taken half apart of replace the it. While waiting for that part Mr. G came across a video showing a potential hack to “rebuild the gasket with roofing sealant. We are giving it a go since…if it fails…we are right back where we started. I’ll update you next week as it takes a couple days of cure time.
I’m so thankful that he is able to tackle these projects. In the meantime, I had to clean and make a trip to the laundromat. 
It’s certainly not perfect but trust me…much better. I tend to end up creating in a one foot square space. So dumb but I can’t seem to break myself of the habit.
This is also madness. All of the scrap papers I had laying about. Ok truth be told…half of this was in the bin to start but seriously. I have a problem.
Oh my- you sure are super busy! It’s a lot to juggle and it’s no wonder your back/hip is giving you trouble. I do hope you can remedy that quickly.
I used to have to work/art in a really small space but it’s been so long now it would be a huge challenge for me to have to go back:)
Good luck with the washing machine repair. Happy T day!
I can relate to the washer fixing. My husband had to do mine last summer (2019). It took awhile but cheaper than paying a repairman. I like seeing your space too. And super carrots. I had the same problem with squirrels in my garden. No carrots but other veggies. And glad to hear school is so far so good. Enjoy those pretty colors of nature. Hugs-Erika
Hi Your fall colors are beautiful, I so dislike it when the washing machine breaks down, It’s good to have a seperate space for your crafts and art so am happy you have one. Hope you are feeling better soon, glad your school is going well. homemade bloody marys are the best-Happy T and new week Kathy
LOL, your carrots sure made me giggle. I forget to put out a walnut for “my” squirrel – balcony destroyed!
They look so cute, but, man….
Same here, I never write down what I do in the cooking area…
The garland sure brightens up the place. Sorry for the pain, unhealthy has-to-be lifestyle.
Nice mask! I still have trouble with the sewing machine. So complicated!
Great how you have it all in one place. Chaos over here.
Happy T-day! Enjoy the carrots, they are cute and I bet sweet.
The canning lid shortage seems to be the last blow for many people! Life changed so suddenly that no one can keep up, least of all the supply chain. You are brave to be in the classroom this year.
stay safe!… mae at maefood.blogspot.com
You have certainly been very busy and it shows. You have a lot of veggies from your garden and those carrots had me laughing. Nice looking bloody mary mix.
Wow, another reason why I don’t want a front loading washer. I’m still using the one I bought about 15 years ago before the new kind came out. Glad you had Mr. G to save on a repair person.
So hard to work in surroundings that at any day could bring COVID challenges. I’m sure the children get stressed at times, too. You have given them and the other teachers something positive to see when they enter the room at least.
One thing I really LOVE about your craft area is it’s all within easy reach. For me, I often find what I need may be in the basement, or in the craft room closet, or one of the drawers. At least you have everything within your reach. Thanks for sharing your veggies, your school board, your laundry area, and your wonderful craft are with all the cups and paper cups with us for T this Tuesday, dear friend.
I think you have to pay premium prices for those baby carrots, don’t you? ;) Ah, well, at least you saved some from the squirrels. Your landscape is lovely with those Autumn leaves. We just recently got a front-loading washer and hope our gasket lasts forever. Replacing it sounds like a pain :( Happy T Tuesday!
On my, I think I have the same problem as I can’t throw anything away! At least your was put in the bin at sometime, mine never gets that far …lol ?. The circle garland is so bright and cheery – beautiful! I’m loving your idea regarding the masks too and all those veggies look fab, glad you got to the carrots before the squirrels did …ha ha! Take care and happy T Day! Hugs, Jo x
I realized during the lockdown that I hadn’t been wearing shoes for weeks so started wearing them around the house.
I am one who would prefer to pay someone to fix something. Husband says he can do it, but then there is a lot of muttering and needing to buy this and that.LOL
I have a front load machine and I hate how it gets so smelly.
I like the decorations you made to brighten up your space. I love seeing colorful foliage reflected on water. Your photo is beautiful. Good that your hubby is handy. I love the blue tea cups in your tidy craft area. Hope the washer is fixed soon. Happy T Day
Baby carrots are delicious. Too bad the rabbits think so too.
Sorry to hear about your hip pain. It’s really hard to keep up with responsibilities when you’re in pain.
The autumn trees look lovely. The turning of the leaves is one thing I miss about the north
Your WIP looks promising. Your laundry room craft space seems to work really well. Wait until you visit my blog for this T-party and see my work table!
By coincidence, my top loading wash machine is leaking too! At least I think it’s leaking. I’ve checked all the tubes and pipe connections and they’re dry. Yet the water continue to appear on the floor after one load of wash Saturday morning – even though I’ve turned off both water valves. I’m waiting for a repairman tomorrow.
Happy T-day! Hugs, Eileen
Hey your harvest is awesome! I love gardening. I have a link for you to keep critters out of the garden. I am here to tell you it WORKS! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQT6oWQyd_o All of my gardening friends that have tired it are amazed. I found my summer so busy that I too have had little time for art. Sorry about your back. I hope it gets better soon. Enjoy your day.
I think creating in a one foot square is the norm for a lot of crafters. I do the same and I have a rather large desk. I loved seeing your space and that is great that you have someplace that has duel purposes.
I like the idea of a COVID quilt although I would rather forget the year 2020.
You have a beautiful place to walk. I bet you miss your morning walks. I hope you find relief from your sciatic pain soon. I had it with all my children and I know how painful it can be. Feel better soon!
Happy Tea Day,
Kate
PS. I finally found canning lids at one of our local Mennonite stores. They only had wide mouth but I bought 3 because I was afraid they I wouldn’t be able to get them again. Does your area have any stores like that?