I've picked up the other felt songbook again and finished the three crows that had been pending for months. Now all finger puppets are done and I can continue with the actual book. Nearly all major background parts are cut out and even partially sewn on, but there's still a lot to do. At least I won't have to procrastinate about the design, unlike with the Christmas-themed quiet book.

I also cut up a lot of old, once-used Christmas wrapping paper for 56 more surprise boxes (and I only messed up once!). I hope I'll be able to fill them all. My (also retired) colleague, Ilike, is currently decluttering her house and promised me to hand over all Christmassy stuff that can be forced into an empty toilet roll. *g*