A tote bag with a colourful illustration of a woman feeding ducks, placed on a wooden table. Nearby are a ball of multicoloured yarn and a partly-knitted sock.

Too hot – part three

Here we go – the last part of my blog catch up!  I’m still too hot but I’ve got a fan (see below) and I’ve realised that sometimes, you just need to sit in...

Four skeins of yarn in blue, green, purple, and multicoloured hues are arranged on a textured stone surface, creating a vibrant, cosy display.

Too hot – part two

It’s cooled down somewhat this week and we are around 26°C (78.8°F) which is still pretty warm for usual UK summer temperatures.  I had to catch myself when the dog and I went out...

A colourful knitted sock in progress with vibrant yarn sits on a dark table near a paper cup and wine glass. A cosy, creative atmosphere.

Too hot – part one

I had every intention of posting earlier this week, but I have been too hot and my brain has turned to mush.  Not only that, my get up and go is currently in a...

Cross-stitch artwork in progress features penguins and tropical fish. Threads and a colour guide are visible on the wooden frame.

Cooling down

Phew, it’s been a bit hot, hasn’t it?  If you live outside the UK and you’re used to the temperatures being over 35°C (95°F), spare a thought for those of us living on this...