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Lotion if Needed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Since I live in an area with very little humidity, I need a\ngood lotion to keep my hands smooth and feeling good. I have found that I like\nsome wax based lotions that are in a solid form, like lotion bars. However I\nhave also found success with thick medicated lotions. Basically anything that\nabsorbs into my skin and does not feel like it is just sitting atop my skin. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Find the Shade<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Honestly, I probably am in doors with most of my stitching,\nbut venturing out in the heat of the day means that I am finding a nice piece\nof shade. If the location has a bit of a breeze even better. In addition, I am\nusually wearing a hat and sporting sunscreen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If at all possible I make sure that I am out of the car.\nSitting in the car and crocheting might be a necessity for me in some\ninstances, but if I can get out of the car and get into fresh air it helps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
A Well Placed Fan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Putting a fan about 6-10 feet away and directed at me, is\nall I really need. If it oscillates, it is even better. This air movement helps\nto keep me comfortable, even while finishing a king sized afghan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Check your Yarn<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
I tend to avoid using yarns with a lot of halo, or “fuzz” when the weather turns hot. I prefer a smooth yarn. Although this is probably more of a mental thought of what is cooler to work with than a reality. I just think that as the yarn slips smoother through my fingers, the easier it flows the cooler I feel. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
I think that looking over my list I realize why I am so\nproductive during hot weather\u2026.I basically find a place and stay there, I stay\nin a seat, with a fan blowing and a cold drink, in the shade while pampering my\nhands a bit. This makes it easy to work on projects, and beat the heat. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Some say it is too hot to crochet, but I have always found the summer months my most productive time of year. I should preface that I do not have any air conditioning. I know that some might see this … Continue reading