Jar No 354

Jar No 354 front
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 front, Jan 2012

Jar No 354 side
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 side, Jan 2012

Jar No 354 in situ 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 in situ, Jan 2012

Jar No 354 in situ 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 in situ, Jan 2012

Contents: Knotted thread, paper
Released into wild: 9/1/12 at 23.58
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: In situ

Comments:

“Does the road wind uphill all the way? Yes, to the very end. Will the journey take the whole long day? From morn to night my friend.” Christina Rossetti

This project has indeed been a long road and I’m staggering on the last few steps.

Jar No 354 close up 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 close up, Jan 2012

January was a health disaster area for me; I was down with a virus that thoroughly outstayed its welcome and I’m still feeling the after effects. I managed one or two jars though, including this one. It feels horrible to have ‘failed’ right at the end of the project but I am trying to focus on the 351 jars that I did manage to make and walk during 211, not the final 14 that defeated me.

Jar No 354 close up 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 354 close up, Jan 2012

Thankfully, I now have only four jars left to make and walk (and a lot of blogging to catch up on!) and then my long uphill journey will finally be done.


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Jar No 353

Jar No 353
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 353, Jan 2012

Jar No 353 in situ 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 353 in situ, Jan 2012

Jar No 353 in situ 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 353 in situ, Jan 2012

Contents: Ink drawing, red sand
Released into wild: 8/1/12 at 16.45
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: In situ

Comments:

I’ve gotten a lot of mileage out of the coloured sand that I bought early last year.

Jar No 353 close up 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 353 close up, Jan 2012

It’s great for adding a base to the jars. I use it to hold objects in place; to partially cover objects or just to obscure the bottom of the jar and add more colour as it’s doing here.

Jar No 353 close up 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 353 close up, Jan 2012

Of course, you don’t have to use fancy-schmancy coloured sand. When I visited Theo and his family, I was interested to see that the kids had used dried couscous, rice and red lentils in some of the jars they made.

Kid jars
Kirsty Hall: Jars by Max and Milly, Oct 2011

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Jar No 352

Jar No 352
Kirsty Hall: Jar 352, No Jan 2012

Jar No 352 in situ
Kirsty Hall: Jar 352 in situ, No Jan 2012

Contents: Ink drawing
Released into wild: 2/1/12 at 23.15
General Location: Redland, Bristol
Status: In situ

Comments:

Alas, I am down with a very annoying virus. I keep trying to get back to normal and get the project finished and then it immediately knocks me flat and I wind up in bed again. It’s not helped by the fact that I’m utterly worn out by the endless months of severe stress from the divorce and the house sale and my ongoing problems with my ME/CFS.

Jar No 352 close up
Kirsty Hall: Jar 352 close up, No Jan 2012

In short, I am a right old mess at the moment. So the jar updates will be a bit intermittent until I’m well enough to make and walk the last ten but this project WILL get finished this month, damn it!


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Jar No 351

Jar No 351
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 351, Dec 2011

Jar No 351 in situ 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 351 in situ, Dec 2011

Jar No 351 in situ 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 351 in situ, Dec 2011

Contents: Ink drawing
Released into wild: 31/12/11 at 22.59
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: Found by Theo and Toby

Comments:

The last day of the year but sadly, not the last day of the project – I have another two weeks to do before I’m caught up after my sick leave towards the end of the year.

Jar No 351 close up
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 351 close up, Dec 2011

I was absolutely thrilled to see the back of 2011, which was an immensely painful and difficult year for me. There were still joys though and although it has taxed me severely, this project has definitely been been one of those.

Of course, in any year, there is loss and pain but my hope for 2012 is that we can collectively turn away from austerity and joylessness to a brighter future where community, creativity and respect for our fellow beings shines out of all of us.


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Jar No 350

Jar No 350 front
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 350 front, Dec 2011

Jar No 350 back
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 350 back, Dec 2011

Jar No 350 in situ
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 350 in situ, Dec 2011

Contents: Ink drawing
Released into wild: 30/12/11 at 23.58
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: Missing. If you’ve found this jar, please record it here.

Comments:

I’m moving house at the end of this month, so I’ve had to be strict with myself over buying new art materials. But I needed some new alcohol inks to complete the previous jar and now I’m having fun playing with them.

Jar No 350 close up front
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 350 close up front, Dec 2011

I like the fact that this kind of ink sinks right through the paper but dries instantly without warping the paper; it allows me to make different drawings on both sides of the paper.

Jar No 350 close up back
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 350 close up back, Dec 2011

Thanks

Many thanks to Toby, Theo’s dad, who recently left another donation. If you’d like to help the project and get a mention on the blog, click here to donate.


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Jar No 349

Jar No 349
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 349, Dec 2011

Jar No 349 in situ
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 349 in situ, Dec 2011

Contents: Paper yarn, alcohol ink
Released into wild: 29/12/11 at 23/51
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: In situ

Comments:

“Travel brings a special kind of wisdom if one is open to it. At home or abroad, things of the world pull us towards them with such gravitational force that, if we are not alert our entire lives, we can be sucked into their outwardness. Attentive travel helps us to see this, because the continually changing outward scene helps us to see through the world’s pretensions.”
Paul Cousineau – The Art Of Pilgrimage

Jar No 349 close up 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 349 close up, Dec 2011

Jar No 349 close up 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 349 close up, Dec 2011

Thanks

Many thanks to the kind donor who wishes to remain anonymous but who left me such a large donation that I made squeaky little noises of disbelieving joy.

If you’d like to help the project as it draws to its conclusion, please click here to leave a donation or adopt a jar.


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Jar No 348

Jar No 348
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 348, Dec 2011

Jar No 348 in situ
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 348 in situ, Dec 2011

Contents: Ink drawing over photograph
Released into wild: 28/12/11 at 11.34
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: Found by Theo’s brother, Max on 29/12/11

Comments:

Picking up the reins of the project after a break of more than a week is a huge relief.

I’d been afraid that I wouldn’t want to restart at all but even though I couldn’t walk far, it felt so good to get out of the house and stretch myself. Despite being more than ready to stop the project, I still love my jars and I got a little flutter of joy when I released this one into the wild.

Jar No 348 close up
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 348 close up, Dec 2011

Moving house at the end of January is a big motivation to get on and finish these last few jars. I definitely need to get the project finished before the house move takes over.

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Jar No 347

Jar No 347
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 347, Dec 2011

Jar No 347 in situ 01
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 347 in situ, Dec 2011

Jar No 347 in situ 02
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 347 in situ, Dec 2011

Contents: Clay, wire
Released into wild: 15/12/11 at 20.53 + 28/12/11 at 11.41
General Location: Clifton, Bristol
Status: Found by Siân on 28/12/11

Comments:

This jar had a weird history.

I placed it on my birthday but I wasn’t happy with the photos I’d taken. So when I was walking past on Christmas Eve and spotted that it was still in place, I reclaimed it and took it home for Christmas.

Jar No 347 close up
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 347 close up, Dec 2011

I rephotographed it and replaced it in its original spot today. This is against the rules but I’m kinda playing fast and loose with the rules at this point.

Jar No 347 close up blurred
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 347 close up, Dec 2011

Actually, I had intended to take it home, photograph and then take it straight back but in the event, I was far too exhausted by carrying the last minute Christmas groceries. Today is the first day I’ve been able to get out of the house to replace it: this project has been a constant education in my limits and endurance.

Thanks

Many thanks to my brother, Duncan, who kindly left me a jar donation on my birthday with the following words…

“Happy birthday Kirsty. Hope this is useful as you push through to the end of your project. Really enjoyed following this one.”

Isn’t that lovely! Thanks Duncs.

If you’d also like show your appreciation for this year of jars, click here to leave a donation or sponsor a jar.


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October jars from Allison

Jar No 281

Jar No 281
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 281, Oct 2011

I’ve seen or collected a jar: Collected a jar

Number on lid of jar: 281

Your name (optional): Allison

Date jar found (optional): 12th October

If you collected a jar, what motivated you to pick it up? (optional):
Sorry, I’m late logging these October jars.

Where is the jar now? (optional): It’s a keeper.

Don’t worry, Allison, I am spectacularly late in blogging them! Well done for finding Jar No 281, how many do you have now?


Jar No 284 and 288

Jar No 284
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 284, Oct 2011

Jar No 288
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 288, Oct 2011

I’ve seen or collected a jar: Collected a jar

Number on lid of jar: 284 and 288

Your name (optional): Allison

Date jar found (optional): 16th October

If you collected a jar, what motivated you to pick it up? (optional):
Finding Jars to re-release.

Have these jars been re-released or sent somewhere yet, Allison?


Jar No 294

Jar No 294
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 294, Oct 2011

I’ve seen or collected a jar: Collected a jar

Number on lid of jar: 294

Your name (optional): Allison

Date jar found (optional): 25th October

If you collected a jar, what motivated you to pick it up? (optional):
A great jar. So glad I found this one.

Where is the jar now? (optional): In my cloakroom gallery. It’s not as
big as Theo’s, perhaps I should up my game!

I’m glad you found and kept this one, Allison, it’s one of my own favourites.


Jar No 280 and 299

Jar No 280
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 280, Oct 2011

Jar No 299
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 299, Oct 2011

I’ve seen or collected a jar: Collected a jar

Number on lid of jar (Please include this, it’s the important bit!):
280 and 299

Your name (optional): Allison

Date jar found (optional): 28th October

If you collected a jar, what motivated you to pick it up? (optional):
I went looking for a different jar and found these instead.

Where is the jar now? (optional): One to keep and one to re-release.


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Catching up with November

Gradually working my way backwards through my submitted jar forms. What, isn’t that what everyone does on Christmas Eve? I am listening to Christmas songs on YouTube at the same time, which obviously makes it properly festive.

Jar No 272

Jar No 272
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 272, Sept 2011

I’ve seen or collected a jar: Collected a jar

Number on lid of jar: 272

Your name (optional): rupert small

Date jar found (optional): about a month ago

If you collected a jar, what motivated you to pick it up? (optional):
i was collecting (actually stealing) figs and saw a jar with a picture
in. my first impression was that it was some kind of anonymous
present, for anyone to take. so i reached up and grabbed it, before i
realised the mission statement on the lid. i liked the mission
statement (a bit, not too much), so i took the jar home. its also a
big ego-stroker: i’m one of 365 of 7 billion! wow!

Where is the jar now? (optional): BS8 1QT

I love that Rupert recognised how special and rare it is to find a jar. It’s especially tough to find a jar when you’re a new person because there’s such competition from my elite cadre of regulars.

I’m not clear from this form whether Rupert has kept Jar No 272 or if he’s re-released it at the post code mentioned. It might be worth taking a look around that area if you’re a jar hunter.


Jar No 310

Jar No 310
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 310, Nov 2011

The little froggie jar took a bit of finding. According to his wife, Siân, it took Toby two goes to find it…

“Toby went back and had a better look and 310 was there after all. He says it was well buried in the leaf litter. Lovely jar!”


An update from Ruth

I also heard from Ruth Churchman back in November.

Ruth is a regular reader and found two of the jars that I released up in Scotland. She re-released Jar No 100 in Newcastle ages ago and recently went back to check on it.

Jar No 100
Kirsty Hall: Jar No 100, April 2011

Ruth wrote:

“I went past the spot in Newcastle I released Jar No. 100, and it has definitely gone.

I came down to Bristol briefly in August for a friend’s wedding, sorry didn’t get in touch, time was tight. I had brought down Jar No. 99 and left it with my brother, Ian, in Brighton (Hove actually) so he could release it there for the Big Jar Adventure, however you beat him to it, and he’s looking out for a friend to send it to in another city.

So now I am jarless!! I brought the jar down with me, with a misguided confidence that I could easily find a jar to replace it in Clifton on my visit. I popped into Clifton with my friend Amanda (finder of jar no. 98), and wandered all around the area you live, and the central area rummaging behind walls, under hedges, by railings, but no luck :( I did manage to buy some wool and lovely buttons in Clifton though, and had coffee and cake in the cafe attached to the deli there, lovely. I’m trying to do some long distance jar hunting, and worked out where the Mary Poppins graffiti is in Lewes, and have instructed my brother to go find it, but he hasn’t got around to it, I guess he just hasn’t got the jar hunting bug, like me. I would so love a knitting related jar, and would keep it forever. On a knitting note, I have just released my 1st knitting pattern, thought as an experienced knitter you might like
it – wrote a blog post about the design.

Glad the project is still continuing, I realise what a challenge it’s been. Well done, you’re nearly there!
love
Ruth”

Ah lucky you, Ruth, sounds like you visited The Arch House Deli, which is my favourite cafe in Clifton. Thanks for letting me know about your jars, it’s such a shame that Jar No 100 has vanished, I hope someone reports it eventually. Please let me know where Jar No 99 ends up if your brother finds a home for it.


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