First week in the workshop (Patreon)

Hi guys!

In this week's video, we get started on the missing interior trim for Athena, and Ava builds a beautiful spice rack. It's been nothing short of amazing to be able to use James' workshop!

Staying here in Chicester has been lovely and a big contrast compared to Gosport. It's been great to enjoy the peace and quiet, but we do miss our local Aldi (there are no grocery stores near the marina here in Chichester) ;) Getting back out on the water has me very excited for the upcoming trip to Ireland (and, of course, also the Atlantic crossing). Our sail down has also made me realize that there are many important jobs left on our to-do list. These are all jobs I really really want to finish before we leave Gosport:

• Modify arch (I have figured out a way of doing it myself if our stainless guy doesn't show up)
• Install solar panels
• Rigging changes
• 12V oil pressure switch for the alternator (to turn on and off our high output alternator with the engine)
• Door handles (no more tape on the head door)
• Strikers on all cabinet doors (no more tape on anything!)
• Fix transmit issue with VHF (our range is a little limited)

There are other tasks that I'd like to squeeze I might have to squeeze in while we're waiting for materials etc., but this is my top-priority list. We still have about a month and a half before we need to leave Gosport, but in boat DIY time, that is the rough equivalent of 2 seconds ;)

Ava and I are going to go for a walk before it gets dark :) I hope you've had a fantastic weekend. Thank you so much for your support! Stay safe :)