Autumn is Just Around the Corner

It really does not feel like Summer is coming to an end. This morning, Jackie and I were exploring the estate and there is still a lot of activity.
The Cayenne peppers were harvested and placed in the dehydrator.


This is the end result of those particular peppers:

I want to have an actual pepper shape so the next batch will not be dried this much.

We were also happy to discover that we did not lose one of the five Butterfly plants.

It was just a little shy and took a little longer to show up to the party.

My other slow developing Butterfly plant is a beautiful orange colour.


A lot of my plants seem ready to call it a season, but there are still many that are as vibrant as ever.


We even found a few tomatoes.

..and let me tell you! They are sooooo goooooodddddd!!!!!

Many interesting insects are still out and about. I am happy to report that I have not seen any more of the red bug eating Lilies.


We also did a little shopping and found Jackie an interesting ID tag from AgilityQ

These are just a very select few pictures where I managed to photograph Jackie somewhat accurately.
She always knows when her photo is being taken and manages to look either suspicious or miserable.




I am off to the backyard to work on a few of my projects.
I am working on a pair of socks for a co worker who will be retiring soon,

and a pair of slippers for Hubs,


Have a good day everyone!

Double J Searching for Adventure

And by adventure, I mean, fueling up vehicle and trying to find interesting things to take photo's of....
Jackie loves going for a ride in the truck.
Unfortunately, she does not like her picture taken.
I can't say I blame her, I avoid that dreaded at all costs as well.

I do wonder what this puppy thinks of this giant thing that moves faster than she can run fast and magically transports us to new places to explore.

We came across this field of sunflowers.

What I found really fascinating, is all the flowers are pointing in the same direction! I had not noticed this until Hubs pointed it out to me when we were going over my photos.
I like the idea that plants have means of communicating with each other, even if it is to agree on which way to face.

The reason we were searching for interesting items to photograph is because my studio is almost finished!
All that remains is to install the light and add some frames for the window and door.

Hm. I could probably start painting in that room now that I look at it in the photos.

That will be my plan today.
I will find all my paint supplies and start to set up shop!

I hope everyone is enjoying the beginning of their week!
Later.

Victory is Mine.....

...I think.
We noticed that my lilies were suffering at the hands of some venomous creature.

I wish I had thought to take a picture of the culprit, but I just was not thinking straight.
I had never before seen this sort of bug.
It was like a very badass ladybug.
I think this may prove inspiration for a villainous comic figure in my future.

Did you see the size of that bug?

It was huge!!!


After quite a bit of internet research, I discovered this was not just unique to my garden. Out there, were other victims!
The bug in question looks like this:

Aptly named, The Lily Leaf Beetle!

All the forums were suggesting the use of this Neeem product. All I understood about this substance, was that it was difficult to obtain in my location.

Some brilliant mind suggested a mixture of garlic water and dish soap.
You boil bulbs of garlic in water until the bulb becomes mushy.
Next add the dish soap which will prevent the little buggers from gaining purchase on your prized plants.

For now, the garden is safe.

I was only able to save a handful of the lilies but I will know better for next season.

I'm thinking, I will probably plant some sort of defensive flower that may drive away the little red pests.

On a completely different train of thought, I started knitting up another pair of villain socks.
These are my Whiplash Socks!

The only part of this pattern I found confusing, was the use of different symbols to represent certain stitches. It gave me pause.
I'm really happy with how they are coming together.

Well, Jackie and I are off to catch up on Pretty Little Liars.
Have a good week end everyone!

Status: Almost Complete.

The Little Man's room is almost complete.
I just need to add the finishing touches, like drapes, wall plates, pics....

We installed a floating floor:

We were looking for a colour that was rustic but, fairly light in colour.

I finished putting up a decal this morning, after coffee:

It was a little tricky to get all of the sticker off of the back, but the end result is fantastic.
I found that particular wall decal at this etsy shop, Creative Wall Decals.
It is just such a fun detail that I do not have to paint by hand. It has me thinking about other possible options in other rooms....

Finally, the almost finished result:


I know the colour choices are not for everyone, but we are extremely happy with the results. As long as the young man sleeping in the room is happy, all is right in our world!

Fun!!!

Since the other person was hired to help with the night shift, I have actually been able to do things I have been postponing.
Important things!
Hanging out with my family!

(alcohol might have been factor here...)


Just being outside and enjoying all those amazing things are showing up in my garden.




Found a place for my bat house.

That is the garage, not the house.

Checking in on the fruit and vegetables.






My carnivorous plant is finally taking root.


I finished my I Heart Socks.


The recipient was floored when she received her new socks.

I started a new sock project titled Whiplash Socks by RedScot.



It is one of the skeins from the Holiday Yarns, Heroes and Villains yarn club.

Hmmm
I think that summarizes my weeks.
All this recap makes me feel like I have accomplished a lot of items on my list.
It makes me HAPPY!!!!