We are not used to a long spell of hot weather here in the UK, but this week has seen our temperatures soar way above 30 degrees.
And oh how lovely it has been, it has meant an exodus into the outdoors, picnics and walks and a lot of sunscreen!
But, I found myself unprepared in the crochet stakes…it was just too hot to be sitting under a half made blanket or to be half draped in a shawl; sweltering under a wool blend.
So, I have compiled my yarny list of the top 5 things to crochet when the temperature starts rising.
Top 5 things to crochet when it’s hot…#1
Ironically, top of the list is …..gloves!
It is not as mad as it sounds.
Small, picnic portable, quick to hook… and you will have a lovely pair of mitts ready for when the sun disappears and the colder weather brings a chill.
Top 5 things to crochet when it’s hot…#2
A cute little square like this one
Hook one, or two, or three or more..you can always join them in the autumn when the warm weather is a distant memory…and between you and me…what’s another PHD!
Top 5 things to crochet when it’s hot…#3
A splendid little tea cosy…the perfect finishing touch to a sunny afternoon tea…. al fresco of course.
Top 5 things to crochet when it’s hot…#4
How about a little inspiration from the outdoors… a yarny little leaf.
Embellish until your heart is content. I think these would look great in bright hot colours…don’t you?
Top 5 things to crochet when it’s hot…#5
How about spreading the love
Hook these lovely little flowers and add a key chain then give them away or leave them around your community and spread a little yarny H.U.G
#Bonus Summer Hook
Corfu barefoot sandals
Hook these cute barefoot sandals for the perfect summer look!
So, whether you are currently in the middle of a scorcher or if it has been a while since the sun shone down on you, I hope I have inspired you to grab your hook and get outside.
What are your hot hooking tips?
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Great post, for me it’s squares and socks!
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I’ve never even attempted socks…they scare me, but I have a feeling that if I did I might never hook anything but socks again!
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Lots of lovely projects!! LOVE, LOVE the squares!! So bright and cheery!
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Squares are always a happy hook x
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Summer tank tops of course!!!! 😀
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I have never made a summer tank top…or come to think of it any tank top. Just heading off to look at patterns right now!!
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Very lovely. I do find it easier to crochet when its hot. Knitting always feels better in winter. 🙂
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I must put learning to knit on my to do list. I would really like to make a knitted baby blanket. I like crochet as I only have one stitch to deal with at a time. With knitting there are so many stitches to tame!
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🙂 Being a knitter and crocheter, I think knitting is easier than crochet. Only Knit and Purl. The “fancy options” are not needed to knit pretty things. I love my crochet just as much as I knit.
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I will have to try this winter x
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