Get Steve's memory stick of patterns, then start a collection of the ones from this year.
Whenever you need something to do, look through that giant heap. There's always something fun in there. And most patterns you'll be able to do pretty well. They'll stretch your skills, but that just means you'll then be able to do the next harder ones.
I was commenting to the ever-indulgent wife the other day about how much wood there is in our living room.
KCSteve :->