met some more folks today. we did a neat-o craft where we took fall leaves (not dried up yet) and mushed them between two layers of fabric. after much experimentation we figured out that a dragging motion got most of the colors out. it was amazing. one leaf i did was nearly transparent when i was done and the fabric was beautifully stained. fun stuff. and new friends. a good day if i may say so myself.

i've spent a few days under the weather but luckily i'm better just in time for garage sale / estate sale time-o-the-week. unfortunately, it's looking like a slow week around these parts. i'm pretty sure the garage sales will dwindle drastically due to the cooler weather, but estate sales will likely keep my spirits high through the dreary winter. (in case you're wondering, i've resigned myself to selling some of my goodies on ebay so i can keep up this ridiculous habit.) feel free to ask me to keep an eye open for something for you. i need an excuse to get out there in the trenches.

lastly, who on earth will we decorate gingerbread houses with this year?