I pick Question 1

I'm working on an art challenge found here. It's a simple challenge with just a few rules.

So, why is my workroom table piled high with snippings, paintbrushes, tools, and glue?

And, why is my living table cluttered with pens, scribble-filled scraps, books?

Is it possible I'm overthinking this?

The goal is  - in the mail by Thursday. Then begins the cleanup.

I will praise thee with my whole heart; I will show forth all thy marvelous works. Psalm 9:1