But before I tidy that, which really isn't too daunting, I have to tackle this...
Because I need the work surface space - to at least lean on whilst I put baskets back onto the shelves! I'm driven to distraction by the A3 paper that we need for the printer. The tray won't carry even half a ream and when it needs refilling, it somehow is never put away properly. Interesting that actually, I haven't yet got a 'proper' place for it, so putting away isn't easy anyway. Argh. I think cupboard doors would make everything look tidier but I really prefer the way it all works without.
Now, you don't need me to tell you that this time next week it will all be over, good grief. Nevertheless, there are still days to go, so if you've time and inclination, please show what you're up to. This is scheduled because I'm out in the morning, but it won't hold me up for long. So it may be tea, not coffee, but after a marathon making stint yesterday, we have mince pies...just ask!
Sounds like you are largely organised for Christmas Julia. Hope you manage to get the tidying sorted. Enjoy the mince pies! Stay safe and Merry WOYWW Christmas. Sarah #1
ReplyDeleteWell done on your organisation, sounds like you're ready. I won't be home for Christmas Day but only a one night stay so still need to get food for my own Christmas dinner a few days later and I am still working... nor i have wrapped the presents but they won't take too long. Home made mince pies are always good, so count me in later!! happy WOYWW and a very Merry Christmas to you and the family. Helen #2 xx
ReplyDeleteOoh, you got me at Fudge!! Thankfully no more presents to wrap, at least I don't think so. Am pretty much on top of the prep for the day but today is a bit topsy turvy with the suite being delivered and another being (hopefully) taken away.
ReplyDeleteHome made mince pies sound good think I might make some more as I need a different type of pastry to make. Any good recipes?
Hugs, Neet 3 xx
I would love a mince pie!!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds as though you are pretty organised with things to distribute. My gifts are all wrapped and ready to pass on...in the meantime I am still managing the odd journal page!
Best wishes for Christmas and the New Year!
Anywhere I make my mess is fair game to be called a desk. I do try not to combine cake and ink- thankfully this time of year that can be a challenge-
ReplyDeleteOver? ALA as there is pie or cake adn tea, it's just beginning. Happy everything to you!
Robyn 4
Yum! I love a mince pie. Your desks look like you have had a really busy time!! Don't stress about it. Stick some Christmas music on and do your best. Thanks for your lovely card. Have a great Christmas. . x x Jo
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the tidying....I'm sure you wont take long and then enjoy the mince pie making. I have more bears coming today!!....and I thought I'd made enough for this year :-) Have a wonderful Christmas and I will see you when it's all over.
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Annie x
It might look like there is work to be done but sounds like you've got it all in hand. Hope your Christmas is a happy one and we'll all be back here happy and relaxed next week. Sending Christmas woyww hugs, Angela x11x
ReplyDeleteHappy WOYWW. I love to have most stuff hidden away - except for precious stuff that I want to look at every day. However, you need to organise to suit yourself. The first tip is to declutter, and then declutter more! Then you can see what you are truly working with and get it stored/organised to suit your crafting. In your case, before even decluttering, I would make a place for the A3 paper which is easy to access. I use an old bathroom trolley to hold all my printing paper. Will have a mince pie next Christmas - even if gluten free I can't have them at the moment, as they have apple in them. I keep telling myself it is only for a few more weeks. Ali x #13
ReplyDeleteJust shut the door on it all until after Christmas, no one will be going in there apart from you or Bart! Hope the mince pies are yum and you have a good time over Christmas with the hordes xx
ReplyDeleteHugs LLJ 7 xx
Happy WOYWW to you Julia. I hope you find a place for the A3 paper - it's a horrible size to accommodate. Enjoy the mince pie and I hope you have a lovley Christmas and New Year
ReplyDeleteDiana xx #12
I love a mince pie! You sound very organised so a bit of untidiness is nothing to stress over.
ReplyDeleteHow about a curtain to hide your shelves when you’re not working?
Enjoy your Christmas and happy WOYWW
Hugs
Lynnecrafts 14xx
Hello Julia. You sound more prepared than me. After the mother of all colds last week I am way behind. However what isn't done isn't done!!! Hope you have a wonderful time. Merry Christmas. Anne x 15
ReplyDeletePopping in to say Happy Christmas and like you say 'it will be all over this time next week' and once again we'll wonder what all the fuss was about!!
ReplyDeleteHave a good one
Christine #16
YAY I made it! I totally agree, things "need" a special place to be and then they get put back, or so you would expect... Anyway I'm sending you tidying vibes and I hope it all gets nestled into order soon. Hugs and have a super Christmastime. BJ#17
ReplyDeleteI'll forgo the mince pies Julia, but tea is always acceptable. Cupboard doors would look neater, but the contents would not be as accessible in my humble opinion. Wishing you a Great Christmas Angela #18
ReplyDeleteOh I love mince pie, it's been awhile It's amazing how fast these days fly by. I did receive your adorable card. Hoping yours arrives safely. I'm not tiding up so I hope there's no surprise visitors for overnight as those beds are topped with "STUFF...LOTS of STUFF " We will go to son's home the following week. EXCITED as 2 College grands are home. ENJOY....feet up and a Toddy in hand. Merry, Merry.
ReplyDeleteLooks like you have some organizing in your future! Glad you seem to be on top of things, enjoy your Christmas! Lindart #20
ReplyDeleteWell, I popped out and then the day took an unexpected turn - so I'm really late getting back on line. I'll take one of those mince pies to have with my late night Bailey's although I would prefer the fudge. Good luck with the tidying - you really do need to find a spot for that paper or it will drive you mad forever. Merry Christmas my lovely, catch you next week. Love n hugs Cindy xx
ReplyDeleteCrikey! Looks like my comment got eaten but here I am again to say HI and Happy Xmas! LOL about the paper. My A3 printer died a horrible death recently. Had to get a new one. Weirdly it feeds SIDEWAYS, which will take some getting used to for sure. I still have a bit of baking to do as Dear Son and his Pretty Girl will arrive tomorrow for our early festivities. Always the way when there is another family in the mix! Thy will spend at least part of the day with hers so we will do a 23rd 25th instead - after a night of walking around Stourhead for the lights. I am thinking we are looking at 3 turkeys (between Xmas and Thanksgiving) unless I can persuade SOMEONE who believes that Xmas isn't Xmas unless there is turkey on the day...Lucky I make a killer soup from the bones and we all love turkey sandwiches! Have the most lovely holiday week and see you for the final 2023 WOYWW in a surprisingly short amount of time LOL!
ReplyDeleteHappy Christmas WOYWW!
Mary Anne (9)
sorry, I'm late again! things have just been too bizarre all this week with me forgetting what day it is and going off to places where I should not be. I going loopy! (("going loopy?" I think I may have already passed that post some years back!) Thank you for my card..it's with last years, love them both. Have a Lovely Christmas! ((Lyn))#21
ReplyDeletePopping over to wish you and yours a Happy, healthy Christmas Julia. I know it has been such a long time since I last visited but time is never on my side these days. I often think of you and all at WoywW.
ReplyDeleteNice you see that your desk is looking well loved and used, life is really too short to keep on tidying away for us to get it out again..
Happy Christmas & Winter blessings to you and yours.
Tracey (the hotchpotch one x)